Illinoisans can now help with preparation for America’s 250th birthday festival, taking place on July 4th, 2026. The Illinois America 250 Commission is inviting all the state residents to partake in the organization of programs,

Illinoisians from across the state are encouraged to plan festivities to celebrate America’s 250 years of independence in 2026. Celebrations marking the

The U.S. Justice Department has reached an agreement with a central Illinois sheriff's office that resolves an inquiry into last summer's shooting death of Sonya Massey.

The Illinois National Guard will send 110 soldiers and 30 airmen to help with security at the presidential inauguration next week in Washington D.C. Airmen with

Pawn shop owners charged A family that owns several pawn shops throughout Central Illinois is being charged by the Illinois Attorney General for allegedly running an organized retail crime enterprise.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — A new bill filed in Springfield could lower the age requirement for a FOID card from 21 to 18. The plan also states people could be eligible for a FOID card if they have never been convicted of a misdemeanor, other than a traffic violation or delinquent crime.

Revenue returns remain on track halfway through Illinois' budget year, though it's next year that is causing concern in the Capitol.

Nearly 2 million Illinois residents will be able to bypass paying tax preparation services in 2025. Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue announced

To enact his progressive agenda, Mayor Brandon Johnson is looking to Springfield for an assist, but powerful Speaker of the Illinois House Emanuel “Chris” Welch warns that money is

The University of Illinois system announced a new policy that guarantees admission for Illinois natives at other schools if they want to transfer. The policy takes effect for the