217 Today: Report finds Logan, Pontiac and Stateville prisons nearly inoperable

Some colleges that had been permissive of pro-Palestinian protests begin taking a tougher stance

Just over 2,600 people have been arrested on the campuses of 50 colleges and universities since April 18, according to figures based on AP reporting and statements from universities and law enforcement agencies. Not all schools are taking such an approach.

Tornado Watch for central Illinois until 8pm

Meteorologists are forecasting two rounds of strong to severe storms crossing Central Illinois on Tuesday. Much of central Illinois has been placed under a Tornado

State Jewish Caucus members visit University of Illinois during pro-Palestine encampment

Three lawmakers in Illinois’ Jewish Caucus visited the University of Illinois Monday to support Jewish students.

217 Today: The new FAFSA rollout has been a mess. Here’s how many Illinois high school students are doing

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Today’s headlines: A new lawsuit says that child sexual abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers was pervasive and systemic for decades.

Flash Index shows Illinois economy’s growth rate is up for the third month in a row.

The University of Illinois Flash Index to the state’s economy rose for the third time in as many months, reaching 103.0 in April. The index based on state tax receipts had dropped to 102.5 in January, but has been rising steadily since then. Any Flash Index reading above 100 indicates growth in the Illinois economy.

217 Today: Palestinian NIU graduate student adds voice to call for ceasefire in war in Gaza

Monday, May 6, 2024 Today’s headlines: A coalition of organizations is suing the City of Chicago for denying a permit to march downtown during this