An Illinois law puts domestic violence survivors in prison if they assist in crimes with their abusers. Even when the action was done under threat of physical harm.

Senator behind flag contest has no ‘preconceived notions’ about next Illinois flag

The City of Carbondale will celebrate Women's History Month during the "At the Table" dinner and dialogue series, which takes place the third Tuesday of each month.

City officials say interested candidates should apply by noon on April 3.

In all, 3,502 people died from an overdose in Illinois in 2023, which is 317 fewer than in 2022, data show.

Legislation would follow a model already at work in Chicago, other cities and states

From breweries to farms, businesses are bracing for higher costs as well as product and supply chain disruptions — and the hits could affect what consumers pay.

The Thrillville Thrillbillies introduced all-you-can-eat seats, new thrills and more for this season.

The public overwhelmingly favors retaining the current state flag. Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced the results following a five-week voting period to consider a redesign of the flag.

Indie Lens Pop-Up, presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS, and WSIU with partner the Carbondale Public Library will host a screening of “WE WANT THE FUNK!” featuring a free dinner and community discussion. The event will be held Tuesday, April 15 at the Carbondale Public Library.

The public overwhelmingly favors retaining the current state flag, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced following the five-week voting period to consider a redesign of the flag.

Springfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) reminds Illinoisans to test, inspect, and replace broken or expired smoke/CO alarms in their homes with new 10-year sealed battery alarms while they change the clocks this weekend as Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 AM Sunday, March 9.

Business leaders are trying to engage in a delicate diplomacy with the White House — even as their companies brace for the impact of market volatility and tariffs.

Dr. Mehmet Oz appeared before the Senate Finance committee Friday for his confirmation hearing to be the administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

This week, President Trump continued to threaten tariffs as DOGE continued its cuts of the federal workforce. It was another consequential and news-packed week in Trump's presidency.

The president's contention that birthright citizenship is unconstitutional is considered a fringe view because the Supreme Court ruled to the contrary 127 years ago.

In North Dakota, many farmers are still recovering from the 2018 trade war and are now bracing for more losses as President Trump levies sweeping tariffs on everything from soybeans to pork.

The meeting came days after Iran rebuffed President Trump's proposal for nuclear talks. Trump sent a letter calling for Iran to either enter into negotiations or face possible military action.

Joe Maslanka moved to Collegeville, Penn., in 1971, bought a local bar, kicked out the biker gang that hung out there and moved in upstairs. His family visited StoryCorps for a remembrance.

NPR Music's Stephen Thompson welcomes Matt Reilly, of Austin public radio station KUTX, to discuss new albums from Charley Crockett, Twin Shadow and more.

A storm system crossing the U.S. threatens to unleash tornadoes Friday in the Mississippi Valley, blizzards in the northern Plains and dry conditions in Texas and Oklahoma that pose a wildfire risk.

Distraught families from across the country have already started reaching out about clothing items they say they recognize.

Some 400 to 600 Asian elephants are believed to remain living in the wild in Cambodia. Researchers said the study's findings underscore the potential of a "national stronghold" for the species.

Feinstein was comfortable writing fiction and nonfiction, and took on an array of sports, including golf and tennis, but he was known most for his connection to college basketball.