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Keaton Wagler scored 25 points to lead Illinois past Iowa 71-59, sending the Fighting Illini to the Final Four for the first time since 2005. The victory marks a breakthrough moment for a program that's been building toward this exact success.
A malfunctioning buzzer couldn't stop Illinois from celebrating their first Final Four berth in 21 years. After a bizarre 10-minute delay, the Fighting Illini defeated Iowa 71-59 to dance their way to Indianapolis.
After 12 years leading Eastern Illinois athletics, Tom Michael is coming back to where it all began. The former Illini basketball player will rejoin the University of Illinois as deputy athletic director, reuniting with the campus that shaped his 23-year career.
The University of Illinois basketball team made their first Final Four appearance in over two decades, finishing with 28 wins and capturing the hearts of thousands of fans. Though they fell to UConn in the championship game, the 2025-26 Illini created unforgettable memories and proved the program can compete at college basketball's highest level.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker just unveiled an ambitious clean energy plan that doubles down on nuclear power to fight rising electricity costs. The state lifted its ban on new nuclear reactors and is investing hundreds of millions to make clean energy affordable for every family.
Three Illinois counties are celebrating cancer survivors with a free brunch this Saturday, bringing together patients and caregivers for food, fellowship, and hope. The event kicks off a summer of community support for those fighting the disease.
Three Illinois counties are coming together this weekend to celebrate cancer survivors and raise money to fight the disease. The event promises food, fun, and a powerful show of community support.
When a 20-year-old horse was swept 600 feet into surging floodwaters, two dozen rescuers spent eight hours battling cold and current to bring him home. Troy is now recovering on his farm, surrounded by the family who saved him 18 years ago.
Fifteen everyday heroes received recognition for their courage and service at the American Red Cross of Illinois' 24th Annual Heroes Breakfast. From combat medics to youth leaders, these honorees prove that compassion is alive and well across Illinois communities.
Jackson County, Illinois just landed a state grant to transform 88 acres near the airport into a jobs magnet. The site will be ready for businesses to move in quickly, bringing new opportunities to southern Illinois.
Illinois has a toxic problem that could become an economic opportunity. A new plan shows how replacing 1.5 million lead pipes could generate 90,000 jobs while protecting public health.
Illinois' largest electric utility just announced $69 million in rebates to help residents and businesses go electric, even as federal programs face cuts. The funding proves state leadership can fill the gap when Washington steps back.
A new Illinois report shows the state is successfully training workers for high-paying quantum computing careers, positioning itself as a leader in the technology revolution. The initiative connects students with cutting-edge skills that could reshape industries from medicine to finance.
While federal EV programs face cuts, Illinois' largest electric utility just announced $70 million in rebate funding for 2026 to help residents and businesses go electric. The state-funded program proves clean transportation can move forward without Washington.
Illinois launched a paid training program that helps people from underserved communities break into clean energy careers. The program covers everything from safety certifications to childcare costs, then connects graduates with union apprenticeships.
Mental health courts in Illinois are offering treatment instead of jail time for people with mental illness. While half of participants graduate and transform their lives, advocates say the program needs better funding and wider access.
Illinois just crossed a massive clean energy milestone that's making renewable power more affordable and accessible across the state. ComEd's $10 billion investment in solar and wind is now powering enough homes to fill a mid-sized city.
ComEd just crossed $10 billion in clean energy contracts, marking a major win for Illinois renewable power. The utility's massive commitment is helping solar and wind projects take root across the state.
Illinois just passed a landmark clean energy law that targets 3 gigawatts of battery storage by 2030 while letting homeowners turn their solar panels and electric vehicles into mini power plants. The bill promises lower energy costs and thousands of new jobs across the state.
Illinois just committed to a massive clean energy upgrade that could save residents billions. The state will add enough battery storage to power millions of homes during peak hours.
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