Illinois Catering Employee Admits Stealing Wedding Gifts
PEKIN, Ill. (AP) — A central Illinois woman has been sentenced to three years in prison for stealing a couple’s gifts while she worked for a caterer at their wedding reception.
Gary Airport's New Runway Extension To Be Ready in June
GARY, Ind. (AP) — Airport officials in Gary say planes will be able to use an extended main runway at the Gary/Chicago International Airport by June 25.
Gary Airport’s New Runway Extension To Be Ready in June
GARY, Ind. (AP) — Airport officials in Gary say planes will be able to use an extended main runway at the Gary/Chicago International Airport by June 25.
Texas Company Wants Illinois to Let It Build Energy Line
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — A Texas company says it has asked the Illinois Commerce Commission for permission to build an electricity transmission line through central Illinois.
Free Agent Cornerback Zack Bowman Signs with Miami Dolphins
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Free agent cornerback Zack Bowman has signed a contract with the Miami Dolphins, who are trying to fill the starting spot opposite Pro Bowl cornerback Brent Grimes.
Patrick Kane Close to Return For Blackhawks
CHICAGO (AP) –Center Brad Richards is ready to go.
Hamilton, Mesoraco Ailing, Out of Reds’ Lineup vs. Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Cincinnati Reds outfielder Billy Hamilton and catcher Devin Mesoraco are ailing and out of the starting lineup for Monday night’s game against the Chicago Cubs.
Garza, Brewers Spoil Cardinals Home Opener, 5-4
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Matt Garza overcame five walks to earn his first career win in St. Louis and Carlos Gomez had two hits and an RBI for the Milwaukee Brewers, who spoiled the Cardinals’ home opener
Lester Roughed Up, Cubs Rally To Beat Reds in 10
CHICAGO (AP) — Jorge Soler homered twice and Arismendy Alcantara had a game-ending RBI single in the 10th inning to lift the Chicago Cubs to a 7-6 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Monday night.
Bulls Rout Nets, Clinch Home-Court Advantage in 1st Round
NEW YORK (AP) — Nikola Mirotic scored 26 points, Pau Gasol had 22 points and 11 rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls clinched home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs with a 113-86 victory Monday night
Inmate Back in Kankakee County Court After Jail Escape
KANKAKEE, Ill. (AP) — A man convicted of murder has made his first court appearance in Kankakee since escaping from jail and spending nearly three days on the run.
Lincoln Presenters Descend on Vandalia This Weekend
VANDALIA, Ill. (AP) — Abraham Lincoln presenters will gather this weekend in the Illinois city where the 16th president began to establish his reputation.
AG Madigan's Office Warns Against Home Repair Scams
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan is warning against home repair scams after deadly tornadoes struck northern Illinois last week.
AG Madigan’s Office Warns Against Home Repair Scams
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan is warning against home repair scams after deadly tornadoes struck northern Illinois last week.
Madigan Charges Ex-Charity Director with Theft of funds
CHICAGO (AP) — The former executive director of a Chicago charity is accused of stealing money meant to help low-income families avoid foreclosure.
Danville Schools May Ban Sweets at Parties, Fundraisers
DANVILLE, Ill. (AP) — School board members in Danville are expected later this month to consider prohibiting pizza, cupcakes, cookies and other foods considered unhealthy from being sold during fundraisers or eaten during school parties.
91-Year-Old World War II Veteran Finally Accepts Medals
CHICAGO (AP) — A 91-year-old U.S. Navy veteran has been given five medals he earned during World War II, nearly 70 years after the Illinois man refused to accept them.
East St. Louis Medical Marijuana Farm Nears Approval
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. (AP) — An East St. Louis medical marijuana facility is nearing approval after a Madison County judge lifted a temporary restraining order issued when the indoor farm’s location was unknown.
Illinois Lawmakers Call for Analysis of Rauner Pension Plan
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Two Illinois lawmakers instrumental in crafting pension overhaul legislation in 2013 are calling for an analysis of Gov. Bruce Rauner’s proposal to reform the state’s underfunded pension system.
Alton Steel Lays Off More Than 60 Workers
ALTON, Ill. (AP) — Alton Steel Inc. says it has laid off 62 workers because of less demand in steel markets.