Illinois head coach Bret Bielema yells during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Madison, Wisconsin. Illinois wide receiver Hank Beatty ...

A day out with Thomas the Tank Engine offered a nostalgic experience for both kids and parents. Real steam engines, themed activities, and interactive exhibits brought the beloved character to life.

Admission is free to the zoo, 10001 W. Blue Mound Road, on Dec. 6 for Family Free Day, sponsored by Tri City National Bank and Fox 6. Regular parking fees still apply. During Frosty Free Week Dec.

Residents can now add their driver's license or state ID to Apple Wallet on their iPhone or Apple Watch, allowing them to present it at 250 TSA security checkpoints—including Chicago's O’Hare, Lambert ...

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Damari Wheeler-Thomas had 24 points in North Dakota State's 92-85 victory over Southern Illinois on Monday night. Wheeler-Thomas shot 9 for 13, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc ...

Mayor Katrina Thompson of Broadview, Illinois declared a "civil emergency" Monday, citing "serious and credible bomb and death threats" and warnings of attempts to disrupt village government after out ...

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and as families start planning their feasts, locals won't have to worry about the main dish. Thomas J. Henry's Thanksgiving giveaway is ...

Hudson Clement #13 of the Illinois Fighting Illini runs the ball against Lavain Scruggs #13 of the Maryland Terrapins during the first half of the NCAA football game between the Illinois Fighting ...

With the federal government shutdown over, Illinois officials said people who rely on food stamps will begin receiving their full SNAP benefits for November within the next week, and those payments ...

Tuesday, Nov. 11 marks the federal holiday Veterans Day, which "honors the service and sacrifice of all veterans -- living and deceased," the Department of Veterans Affairs stated. The Veterans Day ...

Here’s what to know for Veterans Day this year in Illinois, including what services will be closed. Morry Gash AP Veterans Day will be recognized in Illinois and across the U.S. Tuesday, Nov. 11. The ...

Chicago State Cougars (1-2) at Illinois State Redbirds (1-1) Normal, Illinois; Wednesday, 12 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Illinois State hosts Chicago State after Nevaeh Thomas scored 20 points in Illinois ...