Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois: Substance Abuse Disorder

Substance use disorder is something that touches so many families, and getting real help shouldn’t be a struggle. That’s why Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) is stepping up to support people on their journey to recovery — especially through …

Jakucionis’ ‘one-and-done’ is the best outcome for Illinois basketball

On this episode of ‘Oskee Talk’ I’m joined by Pleas Honeywood to discuss Kasparas Jakucionis & Will Riley declaring for the NBA Draft (5:42). We also examine KJ’s draft projections (11:31), and Riley’s pro potential (19:16). We also discuss DGL’s new …

Transfer portal roundup: Penn Hills grad Daemar Kelly headed to Northern Illinois

Daemar Kelly has found success at his first two collegiate stops and now will take on a new challenge in the Mid-American Conference. Kelly, a Penn Hills grad, announced his commitment to play basketball for Northern Illinois on Thursday. #Committed …

Illinois' Brad Underwood hosts another year of annual Kickin' Cancer Fundraiser

Gifford, IL. (WICS) — Gordyville was home to another year of the Coaches vs Cancer Kickin' Cancer fundraiser. The event brought well over 1,000 Illini fans and Central Illinois residents to Gifford for the 11th annual running of the event. This year, …

Several correctional officers hospitalized at NW Illinois prison

Several correctional officers at a northwest Illinois prison were hospitalized Wednesday after a possible exposure to an unknown substance, officials confirmed. The incident occurred at Federal Correctional Institution, Thomson on Wednesday, with several …

Illinois and Iowa DOT gathering feedback on the future of the Centennial Bridge

IDOT estimates that $7 million have been spent keeping the bridge up to standard in just the last decade. ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — The Illinois and Iowa DOTs are planning for the future of the Centennial Bridge, and they want your feedback. For more than 80 …

Illinois leaders say gun violence prevention programs pay big dividends

CHICAGO, Ill. (KWQC) - Illinois leaders said their gun violence prevention programs are paying big dividends. The prevention push started in 2021 when lawmakers passed $250 million in funding for programs to stop gun violence. On Thursday, state leaders, …

Illinois quick hits: 17 corrections officers hospitalized over drug exposure

17 corrections officers hospitalized over drug exposure At least 17 correctional officers were sent to the hospital after being exposed to narcotics at the federal penitentiary in Thomson. Officials said all were exposed in the mail room. A spokesman for …

Illinois Dems push banning cops from ticketing students for breaking school rules

(The Center Square) – Illinois state Rep. La Shawn Ford is again pushing to protect school kids at the forefront of his agenda. Ford said he is all in on a measure proposed by Democratic State Sen. Karina Villa that would ban police from issuing any …

Indiana House sends Illinois secession bill to Braun. What happens without Illinois input?