The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens Monday, June 2, with exclusive in-person deals for ticket buyers. For one day only, each concert or event ticket purchased in person will come with a free adult admission ticket — making entrance to the fair free for same-day buyers. The first 50 customers will also receive a free State Fair Foodie Pass that includes tasty perks like mini donuts, fries, and corndogs from local fair favorites.
The 4-H Memorial Camp in Monticello is marking a major milestone — 75 years of building memories, friendships, and life skills for thousands of Illinois youth. To honor the occasion, Illinois 4-H is hosting a special celebration on Saturday, July 19, 2025, and inviting former campers, staff, alumni, and community members to join the festivities.
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) has announced a new funding opportunity through its Overflow and Sewer Grant (OSG) program aimed at supporting local governments in tackling sewer overflows and improving stormwater infrastructure.
In the final stretch of the Illinois legislative session, lawmakers and horse racing advocates are pushing a renewed effort to revive the state’s long-declining horse racing industry. Backed by Sen. Patrick Joyce (D-Essex), Senate Bill 1473 aims to clear the way for a long-stalled “racino” in the south suburbs and approve a privately funded racing and gaming complex in Decatur.
The Illinois Senate passed sweeping legislation aimed at lowering prescription drug costs and boosting support for independent pharmacies. The Prescription Drug Affordability Act, contained in House Bill 1697, now returns to the House for final approval.
In their first full board of education meeting, on Wednesday night, newly sworn in members wasted no time in making changes to policies and promised the community better transparency in the future. Inquiry was also made, looking into potential misuse or abuse of previous administrators.
Sheriff Dustin Heuerman has released the results of a Memorial Day weekend traffic enforcement detail conducted by the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office, focusing on seat belt use and impaired driving prevention. The initiative was part of the statewide “Click It or Ticket” campaign supported by federal highway safety funds through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).
Governor JB Pritzker joined Illinois State Police Director Brendan F. Kelly, the Law Enforcement Medal of Honor Committee, and officials from across the state on Friday to honor 23 officers for acts of extraordinary bravery at the 2024 Law Enforcement Medal of Honor Ceremony in Springfield.
The Champaign Unit 4 School District Board held its third special meeting Thursday night to decide the future of Superintendent Dr. Sheila Boozer, but what started as a routine vote quickly descended into chaos.
Emergency responders from Troop 7 were on the scene of a vehicle crash on US-150 between Henning Road and Interstate 74 in Danville. The incident caused significant traffic disruptions in the area.