Gigantic Sports Dome in Illinois Gets Inflated

The Scheels Sports Complex, currently under construction in Springfield, Illinois, and just added one very large venue to its already massive footprint. World's Biggest Sports Dome Found Right Here in Illinois The future of youth and travel sports just …

Illinois Tollway deploys Hot Weather Patrols to assist stranded drivers

(WIFR) - The Illinois Tollway launches 24/7 Hot Weather Patrols to quickly locate and assist stranded customers amid dangerously high temperatures. When the heat index shows conditions could be hazardous for drivers stopped along the road, around-the- …

Rich Zinanni, Fred LeSage enjoy induction into Illinois Sports Hall of Fame

The physical location for the Illinois Sports Hall of Fame has yet to take shape, but after last weekend, the inaugural class for the latest hall of fame in the state has officially been inducted. Hundreds of players, coaches and other athletics-oriented …

When GOP gets just 14% of state legislation, Illinois has a legislative map problem

6,745 bills were filed in the Illinois General Assembly this session, but only a small fraction passed both houses. Of those, 86% were introduced by Democrats. That big disparity is rooted in Democrats drawing legislative districts that shrink opposition. …

$2,900 Stimulus Deposits Coming to Illinois – Are You Getting One?

The state of Illinois has announced a new round of $2,900 stimulus deposits to support families and individuals facing financial pressure from rising costs. The stimulus is part of the state’s expanded recovery initiative for 2025 and will be delivered …

This Ice Cream Donut Sandwich Was Just Named Best in Illinois

A donut is good any time of day. Anyone who disagrees, or a dietitian, doctor, or dentist, is just flat-out wrong. The Impossible Quest for Illinois’ Best Donut So let's say you're on a quest for the greatest donut in the entire state. …

Southwestern Illinois planning commission names new leader

Illinois, Missouri transportation leaders chart bold future for freight movement

Freight Summit featured keynote by IDOT’s Gia Biagi and updates from MoDOT’s Ed Hassinger, both focused on historic investments and shared priorities supported by a culture of collaboration Shown from left are Illinois Department of Transportation …

Central Illinois to experience heat wave this weekend

A heat advisory is in effect for central and southeast Illinois from Saturday through Tuesday evening due to expected heat index values around 105 degrees. Springfield forecasts predict highs in the 90s from Saturday through Tuesday. Cooling centers are …

Tornadoes sprout across central Illinois Wednesday. What to know

At least 11 small-scale tornadoes were recorded in central Illinois on Wednesday during the widespread thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. Here's what we know. Where were tornadoes recorded? The NWS published an interactive map of …