For Coolmore, Illinois Takes the Gold Cup Baton

While his retirement will prevent Kyprios from pursuing a third Gold Cup (G1) victory, thanks to Illinois, his trainer, Aidan O'Brien, is not empty-handed ahead of this year's edition of one of the world's important races for stayers.

Severe Storms and Tornado Warnings Loom for Indiana and Illinois

INDIANA, USA — Severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings are issued as a line of storms approaches the Illinois–Indiana border. The storm is expected to sweep across Indiana today, with the most intense conditions occurring between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. EDT, …

Four-star offensive lineman Kai Pritchard picks Illinois

CHAMPAIGN — Illinois' most recent round of recruiting success continued Wednesday morning with a commitment from Donovan Catholic (N.J.) offensive lineman Kai Pritchard. A commitment that gave the Illini's Class of 2026 class a serious boost.  …

Illinois lands another Isaiah Williams

CHAMPAIGN — Isaiah Williams didn't get his Illinois offer until May 13.  By that point, the Fort Bend Marshall safety out of Texas had a slew of power conference programs in pursuit. Texas Tech was his first offer in January 2023, and he ranked up 32 …

Illinois quick hits: Champaign DMV going DMV+

Champaign DMV going DMV+ The Champaign DMV will remain open during renovations to make it a DMV+ facility. Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said the renovations will bring more services directly to customers in their communities. The facility …

Funnel Cloud Forms in Central Illinois During Tornado Watch

Tornado Watch issued for portions of southern Illinois, southeast Missouri and western Kentucky

CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL) -- A tornado watch has been issued for portions of southern Illinois and southeast Missouri on Wednesday. The National Weather Service issued the watch on June 18, through 8 p.m. Potential severe thunderstorms will enter our region …

Michigan football lands 2026 kicker from Illinois

The Michigan football program knows 2025 will be its last season with Dominic Zvada splitting the uprights and already it is on the search for his replacement. There's a chance it could be Micah Drescher, a class of 2026 kicker from Hinsdale High …

Weekend closure set for Illinois route 390 tollway ramp

post Home  >  The Nation   >   Weekend closure set for Illinois route 390 tollway ramp Reading Time: < 1 minute DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – Illinois Tollway Authority issued a notice on Wednesday of a weekend closure. The weekend-long closure of the …

Discover Rare Collectibles at Illinois Unclaimed Property Auction from June 13 to 22, 2025

The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office is launching an online auction of unclaimed property, running from June 13 through June 22. Bidders will find rare items—including a Ryne Sandberg rookie card, Star Wars memorabilia, vintage coins, stamp collections, …