The Illinois Department of Public Health said Friday they’ve confirmed Illinois’ first mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile virus this season. The positive mosquitoes were collected Tuesday in the village … Read More

A long-running test program in which employees at certain hog plants perform tasks similar to those done by federal inspectors is catching criticism. Several food safety lawyers, Democratic members of … Read More

Are pork chops on the grilling menu this holiday weekend? New research from University of Illinois meat scientists finds that pork enthusiasts can improve taste, juiciness and tenderness by cooking … Read More

Any Illinois resident affected by recent flooding may find a variety of services at flooding resource centers in Hardin, Calhoun County. Supplies and services offered will include a flood cleanup … Read More

“Across the state, Missouri’s first responders once again responded quickly and with strong coordination as much of the state dealt with extremely dangerous conditions that left people injured, trapped in … Read More

Ameren Illinois crews are continuing to work to restore power to thousands of customers after a severe weather system moved through Central Illinois early Thursday morning. The Ameren outage map … Read More

The House of Representatives passed legislation Thursday that would bring substantial changes to the U.S. retirement system, making it easier for employers to offer plans and include annuities as options … Read More

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced Thursday the actions USDA will take to assist farmers in response to trade damages. President Trump authorized USDA to provide up to $16 … Read More

Gov. JB Pritzker Wednesday defended his proposed tax increases to pay for a capital bill against critics who said they will disproportionately hurt the poor. “In order to put an … Read More