The Farm Progress Show opened in Decatur with cool temps, cutting-edge tech and a tribute to Blue Mound farmer Tom Ritter.

Robert Loomer, 67, of Decatur, IL, was arrested and charged with two felony counts of reckless discharge of a firearm and aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon after allegedly becoming angry ...

Sangamon County Recorder Frank Lesko announced on Tuesday that he will seek the Republican nomination in the 48th Illinois ...

Illinois Republicans want to change the state's no-cash bail law. Democrats say cashless bail is working. President Donald ...

A human screwworm case has been reported in the U.S., sparking concern in the cattle industry. The USDA is investing in a ...

There should be a fresh look today at President Donald Trump’s impact on agricultural trade in USDA’s quarterly trade outlook ...

He first made his mark as a producer on NBC's 'The Virginian' and greenlighted films including 'Gandhi,' 'Tootsie,' 'Back to the Future' and 'Boyz n the Hood.' ...

Law enforcement experts and violence prevention leaders say the move to send the National Guard to Chicago would amount to a ...

Joey Birrittier is an agriculture educator who has just begun his first-year teaching at Edwardsville High School in District 7. Originally from Waterloo, Birrittier graduated from the University of ...

Beardstown football started 2024 with no wins and 14 points scored through the first four weeks before finishing 1-8 in what turned out to be Elliott Craig’s final season. The Tigers brought in Chris ...

Monical’s Pizza in Decatur is a local treasure hiding in plain sight. Their thin crust pizza has a perfect crunch that makes your taste buds do a happy dance. The restaurant proudly displays “We Bring ...