Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Tri-State area

Monday, June 10, 2013  Though the mosquitoes carrying the virus were in Cook County, officials warn you to protect yourselves from the pests by prevention.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  Public health officials have issued new guidelines for eating fish caught in some Illinois rivers and lakes.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  The daring escape from the downtown high-rise Metropolitan Correctional Center had them descending almost 20 stories using a makeshift rope.

Thursday, December 13, 2012  Two courts make differing decisions on audio and video recordings in the courtroom.

Thursday, June 21, 2012  Illinois prosecutors refuse to defend state ban on gay marriage, claim law is unconstitutional

Tuesday, April 10, 2012  Secretary of State Jesse White is in Quincy Tuesday promoting his organ and tissue donation campaign. During an award presentation at John Wood Community College, White addressed the federal corruption charges against his administrator State Representative, Derrick Smith.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011  For our Facebook Story of the Day for November 23, two Republican Illinois lawmakers say Chicago-style politics are dominating the state and they have a solution.

Tuesday, October 04, 2011  In our Facebook Story of the Day for October 4, we see that lack of state funding is causing unique circumstances.

Wednesday, September 01, 2010  The Illinois Supreme Court has refused to hear the appeal of a Cook County judge's stay of enforcement of a law requiring a girl's guardians be notified before she has an abortion.

Tuesday, April 06, 2010  The doctors also say stress can lead to raiding the refrigerator and eating unhealthy foods.

Monday, March 29, 2010  Cook County Judge Daniel Riley has said he'll make his ruling Monday.

Wednesday, February 17, 2010  Ill. Republicans say stars aligned for victory as Democrats contend with Blagojevich, deficit

Wednesday, May 13, 2009  Illinois Atty Gen says Craigslist is getting rid of 'erotic services' ads

Thursday, March 05, 2009  The sheriff of Cook County in Illinois has filed a federal lawsuit against Craigslist.

Friday, October 24, 2008  Police say they're at the home and two people were found unresponsive, but they have no other details.