Projective Finance opens $7M onchain lending pool for Illinois solar projects

Projective Finance, a sustainability-focused real-world asset (RWA) financing platform, has launched a $7 million lending pool for Illinois public schools, giving decentralized finance (DeFi) investors direct access to municipal infrastructure projects in …

Southeastern Illinois College coach wins gold with U23 Men's Basketball Team in Lisbon

HARRISBURG, Ill. (WSIL) -- Southeastern Illinois College Head Men's Basketball Coach Sam Swinford recently led the Student Athlete World Tours U23 Men's Basketball Team to a gold medal at the Portugal Basketball Festival in Lisbon. The U.S. team …

They’re Up Next: A look at nine Central Illinois boys golfers with big potential

The future is now in prep boys golf in Central Illinois. It could even be argued that it’s already been here. Clutch Sports Media’s “They’re Up Next” series will highlight several Central Illinois athletes to watch in each upcoming fall sport who are …

DSD developer network partner completes 675-kW solar system for Illinois rec center

DSD Renewables (DSD) and General Energy Corp. have completed a 674.96-kW rooftop solar installation for Elmhurst Park District in Illinois. General Energy Corp. The system, located on the Courts Plus recreation facility, will offset 50% of the district’s …

Illinois officials blast Medicaid, SNAP cuts in Trump-led megabill

Illinois democratic leaders are bracing for the potential impact of President Donald Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill" after it was signed into law over the weekend. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Congressman Sean Casten weighing in on the cuts …

2 Illinois Pizzerias Are Ranked Among Top 50 In U.S.

ILLINOIS — Some of the best pizza in the country is found in Illinois, according to the new 50 Top Pizza guide, based on the findings of a team of inspectors who anonymously evaluate pizzerias around the world. “Year after year we are noticing changes in …

Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois introduces exclusive program

Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois is preparing incoming Daisies (rising kindergarteners and first graders in fall 2025) for the upcoming school year with the new, exclusive Get Ready with Girl Scouts program. The Get Ready with Girl Scouts …

Man charged in crash that killed woman in Wadsworth, Illinois

Rail fatalities rising in Illinois

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) – Rail crossing and pedestrian fatalities on railroad tracks are increasing in Illinois. As of July 1, 2025, Illinois had 102 collisions, 20 deaths and 53 injuries. Nationwide, the fatalities stand at 79, with 225 people injured. …

Trump eases estate tax burden for farms while Illinois’ remains unchanged

(The Center Square) – While President Donald Trump’s recently signed “big beautiful bill” raises the federal estate tax exemption, offering relief to family farms and small businesses nationwide, Illinois has yet to follow suit. With one of the lowest …