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Lottery jackpot grows
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Lottery jackpot grows
Powerball fever is running high in Illinois.

Email indicates Rutherford's intent to run for governor
State Treasurer Dan Rutherford apparently is serious about making a run to become governor.

Vote on conceal carry bill in Senate delayed
A concealed carry bill in the Illinois Senate won't come to a vote this weekend.

Illinois has new ways to renew licence plates
The Secretary of State's office has a new way for you to renew your license plates that could save you time and money.

Union takes second vote on contract
State workers represented by AFSCME completed a second on its collective bargaining agreement with the state.

Senate Passes Medical Marijuana Legislation
Medical marijuana legislation is on its way to the governor.

Springfield Police Stop In-Progress Robbery
Springfield Police have arrested two men they believe are responsible for several burglaries in the area, and they caught them in the act.

Motorcycle, Pickup Collide in Cass County
A Rushville man is dead following a two vehicle crash in Cass County.

Universities, Community Colleges Reach "Cost Shift" Deal
State universities and community colleges reached an agreement with Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) to assume responsibility for the retirement costs of their workers.

Widely Panned Concealed Carry Measure Advances
The stage is set for a vote on a concealed carry bill. And it's one that the National Rifle Association does not like.

Springfield Man Arrested for Child Pornography
The Attorney General's "Operation Glass House"  initiative has sent a Springfield man to jail on child pornography charges.

Arrest Made in Sunday Renfro Shootings
Springfield Police have made an arrest in the Sunday morning shooting on South Renfro.

Unemployment Down Slightly in April
It was 9.3 percent in April, which was down from 9.5 percent in March.

AAA Against 70 mph Speed Limit
Add Triple-A to the list of organizations opposed to a higher speed limit. 

New Fracking Bill Surfaces
The fracking legislation that fell apart this spring has now been put back together.