Illinois News & Breaking Stories

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Former Illinois basketball star Terrence Shannon Jr. to stand trial for rape and sexual battery charges in Kansas on June 10.

Falcons surprise by drafting QB Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall. Did they address all team needs in 2024 Draft?

Buffalo Bills add wide receiver Keon Coleman, Chargers pick linebacker Junior Colson, watch Day 3 live on Sky Sports NFL.

Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Chargers add wide receivers in second round of NFL draft to boost their offenses.

Tax season is ending soon, file your taxes now. Tips on how to file on time and get your refund faster.

Pelicans aim for top-six seed, Warriors eye play-in tournament. Zion, Curry lead teams in a crucial game with playoff implications.

Trillions of cicadas emerge after 13 or 17 years underground, creating a deafening chorus in a rare synchronized event.

Michigan parents sentenced to 10-15 years for son's school shooting. First parents convicted of manslaughter in US school shooting case.

Knecht shines in March Madness, leads Volunteers to Elite Eight with impressive scoring and shooting performance, earning first team honors.

Rare intersecting solar eclipses sweep Missouri and Illinois, creating awe and darkness. Public engagement and spiritual reflections add to the experience.

2024 NBA Draft class lacks consensus top prospect. UConn players Clingan, Castle, and Knecht impress during March Madness. Edey a standout.

Watch live coverage of the 2024 solar eclipse on FOX 35 until 5 p.m. NASA unveils Eclipse Explorer tool for visualization.

UConn aims to repeat as March Madness champs against Alabama's high-scoring offense. Experts predict a fast-paced game with UConn dominating.

Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament bracket set, Purdue and Illinois top seeds. Only six conference teams expected in NCAA Tourney. Stay tuned!

Chicago Bears plan to build a $2 billion domed stadium in Chicago, boosting economy, creating jobs, and generating tax revenue.

Indiana State's Robbie Avila, aka "The College Jokic," shines with a 35-point game, drawing comparisons to NBA legends. Learn more here.

Illinois is a different team with key players back. Can Purdue overcome tough matchups and hit shots to win? It's uncertain.

Supreme Court restores Trump to Colorado ballot, ruling state lacked authority to disqualify him. Decision seen as politically charged.

Purdue basketball secures Big Ten championship with win over Michigan State, led by Edey, Smith, and Loyer. Celebratory confetti dropped.

Marquette star Tyler Kolek exits game with oblique injury. Fans concerned as postseason approaches. Recovery time varies with severity.

Caitlin Clark leads Iowa to a dominant win over Minnesota with 33 points, setting records and showcasing impressive shooting skills.

Chicago area set for roller coaster weather with light snow and rapid warm-up expected over the weekend. Stay tuned for updates!

Iowa women's basketball cruises past Illinois as Caitlin Clark records another triple-double. The Hawkeyes are back on track.

Penn State pulls off epic comeback win against 12th-ranked Illinois, shocking fans and prompting viral reactions on Twitter.

Michigan State men's basketball faces tough challenge against No. 12 Illinois. A win could secure their spot in the NCAA Tournament.

Kevin Costner and wife Christine Baumgartner are now legally divorced, ending a nine-month battle over child custody and support payments.

US and Canadian coast guards reach a new agreement on icebreaking to allow for Great Lakes shipping and international commerce.

Iowa State's basketball team is on fire, with a perfect home record and a chance to snag a top seed.

College basketball legend Lefty Driesell has died at 92. He built Maryland's program and won 786 games at five schools.

Taylor Swift is set to support her boyfriend Travis Kelce at Super Bowl 2024, with online sportsbooks offering various prop bets.

Michigan State seniors lead epic comeback to defeat top-10 Illinois, earning crucial victory. Highlights and reactions from the game.

Purdue basketball crushes rival Indiana, extending lead in Big Ten standings. Edey makes first career 3-pointer, finishes with 26 points.

Michigan State men's basketball faces tough challenge against No. 12 Illinois this weekend as they push for NCAA Tournament berth.

"Rising Forward Ian Miletic Attends Wisconsin Basketball Game Against Purdue, Badgers Eyeing Other Rising Recruits for Future Success"

February is a Leap Year and Black History Month. It's important to remember our history, honor our heritage, and make progress.

Michigan State basketball freshman Jeremy Fears Jr. continues to impress in his recovery after being shot in December.

Illinois basketball faces Ohio State on Tuesday. Leading scorer Terrence Shannon Jr. is back from suspension. Watch live on Peacock.

Tennessee basketball is on track for another NCAA Tournament appearance under coach Rick Barnes. Here's where the Vols stand.

Indiana Hoosiers and Illinois Fighting Illini will face off in a Big Ten Conference game, with the game starting at 3 p.m. ET/2 p.m. CT on FOX.

First GOP presidential debate of 2024 will take place in Milwaukee on Wednesday, without Donald Trump. Candidates' personal wealth also discussed.

Manhunt for Chicago gunman ends with suicide in Texas. Nance killed 8 people. Community on edge, motive unclear. Tragic event unfolds.

Des Moines hosted the grandest housewarming 155 years ago. Terrace Hill, built by Benjamin F. Allen, remains a symbol of prosperity.

Caitlin Clark is close to breaking the NCAA scoring record, and bets are on her making history soon. Fans are excited!

"Beloved 'Days of our Lives' actor Bill Hayes dies at 96; met wife Susan Seaforth on set, made history together."

Illinois basketball player Luke Goode breaks out of shooting slump with career-high points. Quincy Guerrier and Niccolo Moretti are healthy.

"Indian American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy's presidential campaign is failing, with staff looking for jobs in anticipation of his exit."

A storm hit the South with tornado warnings and high winds, causing damage and power outages, as another storm brought snow.

A winter storm hit the South with thunderstorms and tornado warnings, and brought cities across the Midwest to a standstill.

Purdue basketball's Mason Gillis looks battered but delivers yet another win for the Boilermakers, impressing even the opposition.