The 2025 high school football season has arrived in Illinois. Practices began on Monday, Aug. 11 and games kick off Friday, Aug. 29 across the Peoria area. The Journal Star's preseason coverage of the ...

Do Illinois residents approve of Donald Trump's job performance? See what polls say, and how his approval rating compares to ...

These real estate transactions, recorded the week of August 4, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. 1816 W.

Data from the state shows that 444 Illinois workers will be laid off in the coming months. See who is making cuts.

Chipotle Mexican Grill plans to open a new store in Pekin in the fall of 2025, near the growing East Court Village.

Clarendon Hills Little League in Illinois faces Uwchlan Township from Pennsylvania in 2025 LLWS. Here’s how to watch the Little League World Series game.

Returning stars lead the way for the 2025 Illinois football team captains. See who Bret Bielema announced to wear 'C' on their jersey.

Famous Galena-based bistro Bread & Vine is expanding to Florida, Massachusetts and other parts of Illinois. Find out where and when the spots will open.

T'Nahleg Hall got a taste of the NFL. The former Richwoods all-state running back spent the last few weeks of training camp with the New York Jets, but said he was released before the team's preseason ...

The Illinois Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Aug. 15, 2025, results for each game: Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.

The Mega Millions jackpot rose to $198 million for the drawing on Friday, Aug. 15, after no one matched all the winning ...

Several Illinois water supplies were found to have high levels of "forever chemicals." Find out what that means.