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Randolph Co. Meth Lab Seized

January 14, 2015 @ 12:09 pm

Three “persons of interest” have been questioned by investigators after a meth bust in Randolph County. Authorities say meth making materials and a substance...

Sales Tax Increase Proposed in Franklin Co.

January 14, 2015 @ 11:02 am

A sales tax increase has been proposed in Franklin County which would be implemented to fund renovations to the county courthouse. County officials say...

New Illinois Legislature Sworn in Today

January 14, 2015 @ 10:41 am

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Members of Illinois’ 99th General Assembly are to be sworn in during two ceremonies. The ceremony for the 118 members of...

Rauner Says He Needs to "Assess" MMJ Program

January 14, 2015 @ 10:14 am

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner says he wants to better understand how the state’s medical marijuana program is being run. Rauner’s comment on...

AG: State Can Use 'Police Powers' to Cut Pensions

January 14, 2015 @ 10:02 am

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Attorney General Lisa Madigan is arguing that a landmark Illinois pension overhaul should be upheld because the state has “police powers” that...

Marion Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Child

January 13, 2015 @ 11:55 am

JONESBORO, Ill. (AP) — A grand jury in Union County has accused a Marion man of sexually attacking a child. An indictment charges 48-year-old...

Staffing Changes Made at Anna Fire and Rescue Dept.

January 13, 2015 @ 11:49 am

Changes have been made at the Anna Fire and Rescue Department that are said to make the department more efficient. The fire station will...

Rauner Says He'll Issue Order to Improve Ethics

January 13, 2015 @ 10:58 am

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner says he’ll issue an executive order aimed at strengthening ethics in state government. Rauner took the oath of office Monday. In his...

Quinn Issues Executive Orders Before Leaving Office

January 13, 2015 @ 9:44 am

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Right before leaving the governorship Pat Quinn had quietly issued three executive orders on the minimum wage, tax returns and...

Rauner to be Sworn In as 42nd Governor

January 12, 2015 @ 10:57 am

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Republican Bruce Rauner is set to take office as Illinois’ 42nd governor. This morning there will be a prayer service followed...