Annual ride unites cyclists, families to remember Illinois officers lost in line of duty

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WICS) — The 21st annual Cycle Across Illinois rolled out of Champaign Friday morning, bringing together cyclists, families, and law enforcement officers to honor the lives of Illinois officers who died in the line of duty. This...

Security footage shows 3 men leaving manure at Illinois anti-Trump protest

CARLINVILLE, Ill. — Security camera footage from the Macoupin County Courthouse shows three individuals leaving trailers full of manure at a Carlinville protest on June 24. This incident drew attention to the weekly anti-Donald Trump protests held...

Illinois Valley ‘extremely excited’ to represent District 20 in region tournament

Growing up in Spring Valley, Mike Argubright never had the opportunity to play in the Senior League Baseball Central Region Tournament, but he fondly recalls attending. “I’ve gone almost every year,” Argubright said. “I’ve always enjoyed watching...

Illinois Extension offers program to help farm families coping with dementia in rural areas

Older agricultural workers are at a higher risk of developing dementia, a condition that increases the likelihood of injuries, particularly for those living or working on farms and ranches. People with dementia, including those in farming...

Illinois students save millions with state-funded test prep program

Editor's Note: This story has been updated for accuracy. The Prepare for Illinois’ Future program has made Illinois the first state to provide free test and licensure preparation material to its students. According to Tassi Communications, a...

Illinois Wesleyan golfers earn historic academic all-america recognition

For the first time, three members of the Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team have been named First Team Academic All-America by College Sports Communicators. Seniors Quinn Clifford and Griffin Pohl, along with junior Juney Bai, received...

Illinois men’s basketball to start two-game series with Tennessee in Nashville

NASHVILLE, TN (Chambana Today) – Music City is set to host some mid-December madness this winter. The Illinois Fighting Illini Basketball team will be traveling to Nashville on December 6 this year to take on the Tennessee Volunteers in the first...

Illinois and Tennessee basketball announce two-year neutral site agreement

The Illinois Fighting Illini and Tennessee Volunteers men’s basketball programs have finalized a two-year agreement to continue their high-level non-conference rivalry. The deal includes: December 6, 2025: A neutral-site matchup at Bridgestone...

Jefferson's Emma Hill Named to Eastern Illinois University's dean's list

Emma Hill, of Jefferson, has been named to Eastern Illinois University's spring 2025 dean's list in recognition of academic excellence. Majoring in Career & Technical Education: Family & Consumer Sciences Education, Hill is among fewer than 900...

Illinois bill allowing immigrants to become driving instructors awaits final action

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Illinois started to provide standard driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants last July. Gov. JB Pritzker could soon decide whether or not some immigrants can become driving instructors. In 2013, Illinois led the...

State Farm plans big insurance hike for Illinois homeowners, citing severe weather

Illinois homeowners are facing a sharp increase in insurance premiums soon, as State Farm implements a hike for both new and renewing homeowners’ policies across the state. According to State Farm, the change is necessary due to ongoing financial...

Rounds Of Storms Possible: Here's When Severe Weather Could Hit Illinois

ILLINOIS — Several rounds of storms are possible starting Thursday through Saturday, with the possibility of some severe weather, according to the National Weather Service. Thursday will have a high of 87, and the highest chance of storms is...

Flash flood warning in effect for parts of Iowa, Illinois until early Friday morning

A flash flood warning is in effect until 1:45 a.m. July 11 for several of our hometowns. MOLINE, Ill. — A flash flood warning is in effect for the northern part of the News 8 viewing region until the early morning hours Friday. That includes parts...

AG Drummond asks federal judge to fine poultry companies for polluting the Illinois River

OKLAHOMA — Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is asking a federal judge to fine poultry companies for the pollution of the Illinois River and limit the spread of waste in certain areas. Drummond's office filed a proposed final judgement in...

Village of Dolton, Illinois, takes possession of Pope Leo XIV's childhood home

Illinois missing money program sending out $45 million this summer

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois State Treasurer's Office will sent out $45 million of missing money to Illinois residents this summer. It's part of the state's I-CASH program, which has already returned more than $2 billion in missing money and...

Rounds of storms, flash flooding threaten northern Illinois through Saturday

Heavy rain and the threat of severe thunderstorms will impact northern Illinois from Thursday evening through Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. Storms could begin Thursday evening and last through the overnight hours, increasing...

Illinois Residents to Receive Surprise Checks from State Treasurers Office

Almost 600,000 Illinois residents are in for a surprise as the state treasurer’s office distributes $45 million through the Enhanced Money Match program. Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs says eligible residents will receive checks mailed...

Illinois Valley Community College Board Meeting on July 15, 2025

The Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees is set to convene at 4:30 PM on Tuesday, July 15, in the Board Room (C-307). The agenda features a review of the tentative fiscal year 2026 budget, decisions on renewing licenses for computer...

Jacob Rapps of Geneseo, Illinois, Named to University of Arkansas Chancellor's List

FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS (July 10, 2025) — The University of Arkansas is recognizing students for making the Spring 2025 Chancellor's List. Jacob Rapps of Geneseo, Illinois, joins a prestigious group of students who have attained a 4.0 grade-point...