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Four girls, aged 7 to 18, killed after car crashes into Illinois school building named as tributes pour in

The identities of four young girls tragically killed when a car ploughed into an after-school camp building have been released. The horrifying incident took place at the YNOT after-school daycare on Breckenridge Road in Chatham, Illinois, around 3.20pm on …

Rural expressway expansion project from Southern Illinois to St. Louis Metro area moves to next phase

A project looking to expand Western Illinois roadways that head to the St. Louis metro area is moving into its next phase. MURPHYSBORO, Ill. (WSIL)-- A project looking to expand Western Illinois roadways that head to the St. Louis metro area is moving into …

SOURCES: Ben Humrichous returning to Illinois

Super senior forward Ben Humrichous will be using his additional year of eligibility and returning to Illinois for the 2025-26 season, TCR confirmed through sources on Tuesday. The Tipton, Indiana native began his career playing three seasons at NAIA …

Flames tear through Dolton, Illinois U-Haul facility

Vigil held for girls killed when car hit after-school camp in Chatham, Illinois

Illinois celebrates arts with new Poet Laureate

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Governor JB Pritzker, alongside the Illinois Arts Council (IAC), Illinois Humanities and the Poetry Foundation, is announcing Mark Turcotte as the newest Illinois Poet Laureate. Turcotte, a member of the Turtle Mountain Band …

Dog swims 4,000 feet in Illinois River after going missing for 36 hours

EAST PEORIA (25News Now) - An East Peoria foster parent went through the unexpected after her dog traveled into the Illinois River. Shannon Hampton felt completely distraught after her foster dog, River, escaped last Saturday, after an adoption event at …

Paul Nolley looks to unseat LaHood with bid to represent Illinois’ 16th District

(WIFR) - Winnebago County native Paul Nolley, the executive director for Project First Rate, throws his hat in the ring to represent Illinois’ 16th District in Congress. Paul Nolley announces bid to represent Illinois' 16th District(WIFR)Nolley is …

Peoria Zoo, OSF partner to bring animals to Childen’s Hospital of Illinois patients

PEORIA (25News Now) - Who needs to go to the zoo when it can come to you? Patients and families at OSF Healthcare Children’s Hospital of Illinois received a special visit from the Peoria Zoo’s Zoomobile on Tuesday. The Peoria Zoo brought three animals to …

Illinois lawmakers on Trump's first 100 days

Read Here's who's slated to perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand this year

With artists covering genres spanning rock, country and hip-hop, there's plenty of fun in store at the Grandstand! SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — We're less than 100 days out to the Illinois State Fair, and that means that artists from across the country will …

Hannibal Man Arrested by Quincy Police for Car Hijacking with Deadly Weapon

By Seth Gabriel on April 30, 2025 at 5:05pm A Hannibal man was arrested in Quincy after he allegedly stole a car while brandishing a weapon. On Saturday, April 26th at 12:22 AM, Pike County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a stolen vehicle from …

AI is Claiming Illinois Has a Tornado Risk this Wednesday

I want to say that I am skeptical from the start, but artificial intelligence is claiming that Illinois suddenly has a risk of tornadoes this Wednesday. It is not alone in saying there is a chance of severe weather in Illinois in the middle of the week. My …

Illinois EPA Announces Three Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events for the Spring of 2025

One-day collection events are in addition to five long-term collection locations SPRINGFIELD - Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) Acting Director James Jennings is announcing three upcoming Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) one-day …

Illinois’ 2025-26 Big Ten men’s basketball opponents announced

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The Big Ten Conference has unveiled the 2025-26 men’s basketball schedule, confirming that Illinois will continue with a 20-game conference slate. Each team will play three opponents both home and away, and 14 opponents …

Dog joins Illinois Marathon, finishes with runners and spectators

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – During the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend, a surprise participant crossed the finish line. Chex, a local dog, escaped his owner’s yard and joined the marathon course, running alongside participants and crossing the …

New crosswalk in store for Illinois Avenue in St. Charles this summer

An artist rendering shows a proposed crosswalk at the intersection of the Fox River Trail and Illinois Avenue, west of the Fox River, in St. Charles. Courtesy of the city of St. Charles Illinois Avenue in downtown St. Charles could be easier to cross later …

Photos and video: Boxing tournament brings Central Illinois together at Boys and Girls Club

Kingdom City Boxing hosted the Battle of the Midwest boxing tournament at the Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal on Sunday. Owner of Kingdom City Boxing Sid Edwards smiling after one of his students won their bout. Owner of Kingdom City Boxing Sid …

New crosswalk, bike lanes in store for Illinois Avenue in St. Charles this summer

Illinois Avenue in downtown St. Charles could be easier to cross later this year, as the city gets ready to approve construction contracts for a new crosswalk near the river. The 2023 St. Charles Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan identified the intersection of …

SABR Coalition Urges Congressional Leaders to Save US Biodiesel Industry by Reinstating Blenders Tax Credit

With no implementing regulations for Section 45Z and the BTC expired for four months, the U.S. biodiesel industry is shut down and teetering on extinction. JEFFERSON CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sustainable Advanced …

After FDA’s Announcement to Phase Out Animal Testing, NIH Promises Similar Plan to Pursue Human-Relevant Research

With interlocking plans, the government’s major research agencies are leaving animal testing behind and pursuing 21st-century strategies WASHINGTON, D.C. , DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Center for a Humane …

Negocios Magazine and Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute Announce Collaboration

The collaboration between MSI² and Negocios Magazine reinforces their commitment to disseminating quality strategic information MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Negocios Magazine, the leading Spanish-language …

Negocios Magazine y Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute anuncian colaboración

La colaboración entre MSI² y Negocios Magazine refuerza el compromiso con la difusión de información estratégica de calidad MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Negocios Magazine, la revista de negocios líder en español …

Ross Ulbricht, Pardoned by Trump, to Speak at FreedomFest 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mark Skousen, “America’s Economist” and founder of FreedomFest, is thrilled to announce that Ross Ulbricht, the most controversial libertarian in the world, will be joining this …

Mesa Man Indicted for Torching Tesla Property

Today, a federal grand jury in Phoenix returned a five-count indictment against Ian William Moses, 35, of Mesa, Arizona for Maliciously Damaging Property and Vehicles in Interstate Commerce by Means of Fire. The charging documents filed in the case allege …

Ke Ala Hou, A New Path Forward May 2025 Governor’s Message

Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in Main As we reflect on April, I am reminded of the many ways we are working together to build a stronger, more resilient Hawai‘i. From creating affordable housing to supporting our workforce, we are making meaningful strides toward …

Five Years Since the Hawai‘i National Guard’s COVID-19 Response

Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in Main A member of the Hawai‘i National Guard assists with COVID-19 testing. Photo courtesy: Hawai‘i Department of Defense. The COVID-19 pandemic brought a challenging time to Hawai‘i five years ago and the Hawai‘i National Guard …

Increasing Housing Opportunities for Local Families

Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in Main Governor Green poses with local elected officials and project leaders at the Kuilei Place groundbreaking ceremony. Kuilei Place is a new condominium development in Mō‘ili‘ili, created through a partnership between BlackSand …

Hālawa Correctional Facility Hosts First Keiki Day for Incarcerated Fathers

Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in Main   A father and his child participate in the Easter egg hunt. Photo courtesy: DCR. The Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DCR) continues its efforts to transform Hawaiʻi’s unified correctional system into a …

Planting Seeds for a Brighter Future: EOEL’s Commitment to Early Learning

Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in Main A teacher reads a book to the children. Photo courtesy: EOEL. The Executive Office on Early Learning (EOEL) remains steadfast in its commitment to nurturing the youngest members of Hawai‘i’s communities, laying a strong …

Mahalo to our State Employees!

Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in Main Celebrating those who serve the public, Governor Josh Green, M.D., proclaimed May 2025 as Haʻaheo, Pride in Public Service Month in Hawai‘i. This month-long celebration aims to honor and show appreciation for the …

State Launches Operation Hire Hawai‘i to Fill Vacant Positions

Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in Main DHRD Employee Staffing Division. Photo courtesy: DHRD. The Department of Human Resources Development (DHRD) coordinated a two-day Operation Hire Hawai‘i (OH-HI) Recruitment Event in April for state and county agencies to …

USHBC Applauds Final Passage of TAKE IT DOWN Act

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly celebrates the passage of the TAKE IT DOWN Act (S.146/H.R.633) in the U.S. House of Representatives. With …

Government Technology Names Top 25 Doers, Dreamers and Drivers of 2025

Annual awards program honors visionary public-sector technology leaders SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Government Technology magazine today announced its 2025 Top 25 Doers, Dreamers and Drivers. Now in its 24th year, …

Leaders of 764 Arrested and Charged for Operating Global Child Exploitation Enterprise

Note: View the criminal complaint. Leonidas Varagiannis, also known as War, 21, a citizen of the United States residing in Thessaloniki, Greece, and Prasan Nepal, also known as Trippy, 20, of High Point, North Carolina, are charged for their crimes …

Justice Department Files Statement of Interest in New Hampshire Religious Land Use Case Brought by Small Church

The Justice Department filed a statement of interest yesterday in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire explaining that the claims brought by a Christian church and its pastor under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons …

U.S. Attorneys for Southwestern Border Districts Charge More than 990 Illegal Aliens with Immigration-Related Crimes ...

Since the inauguration of President Trump, the Department of Justice is playing a critical role in Operation Take back America, a nationwide initiative to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve total elimination of cartels and transnational …

Justice Department Declines Prosecution of Company That Self-Disclosed Export Control Offenses Committed by Employee

Note: View the declination letter here. The Justice Department today announced that it has declined the prosecution of Universities Space Research Association (USRA) after it self-disclosed to the Department’s National Security Division (NSD) criminal …

School Official Pleads Guilty to 2.9M Scheme to Defraud Veterans’ Education Programs

A Virginia career services manager for a school offering job training programs to veterans pleaded guilty today for his role in a scheme to defraud the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) of nearly $3 million. According to court documents, Jeffrey Williams …