Local family hosts fundraiser to support research for rare type of muscular dystrophy
The rare genetic disease weakens the muscles a person needs to walk, eat and breathe. A mother and daughter want to raise money for further research.
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Pritzker signs union protection bills amid Trump war on federal unions
The signing comes after the Federal Emergency Management Agency joined at least three other federal agencies in canceling contracts with unions to comply with President Trump’s March executive order that stripped many federal workers of union protections.
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217 Today: Naturalization ceremony at Illinois State Fair celebrates immigrants
In today’s deep dive, it’s the second year in a row in which there was a naturalization ceremony at the Illinois State Fair. We’ll talk to some of the nearly 400 new Americans.
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Texas GOP chairman calls Illinois a winnable ‘purple state’
Texas Republican Party Chairman Abraham George says Republicans are underrepresented in Illinois, pointing to Donald Trump’s 43% vote total in 2024.
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New Republican to run for Illinois governor as election season begins
Ted Dabrowski, the president of a conservative public policy research organization, said he plans to announce his campaign for governor. Former Illinois GOP Chair Don Tracy announced he will run for U.S. Senate in 2026.
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‘Fair play:’ Democratic Senate candidates jockey for Durbin’s seat on Governor’s Day at state fair
All three major Senate Democratic candidates have said they’ve spoken to Durbin about an endorsement, but it’s unclear whether the senator will choose a side.
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Local grocery tax will continue in Savoy when Illinois phases out statewide collection
The tax represents one cent for every dollar spent on food products at a grocery store.
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New law seeks to coordinate human trafficking response in Illinois
The law mandates ‘victim-centered’ training and better coordination among law enforcement, state agencies.
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Illinois Dems say state should be blueprint in national fight against Trump
Democratic candidates for Senate disagree over receiving contributions from corporations.
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New film festival celebrates the legacy of Danville native Gene Hackman
The two-day festival includes movie screenings, a discussion with a film critic, and food.
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After his first 100 days in office, what’s Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams planning next?
At his 100-Day address on Wednesday, Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams said he will continue to carry the people’s vision for the city forward with honesty and integrity.
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217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Aug. 14 – Aug. 1
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
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Illinois Dem leaders Welch, Harmon eye same state central committee post
llinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Illinois Senate President Don Harmon downplay the potential of a heavyweight power struggle..
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Springfield attorney Don Tracy announces U.S. Senate bid
Tracy took over as state GOP party chair in 2021.
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Trump taps NIU grad to head Bureau of Labor Statistics
E.J. Antoni received both a Master’s and Ph.D. in economics from NIU. Antoni was a graduate assistant at the university for almost four years, up until his graduation in 2020.
