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National School Bus Safety Week highlights risks at stops and urges driver vigilance

By E. K. Rodriguez | Oct 20, 2025

National School Bus Safety Week, observed from October 20 to 24, aims to highlight the importance of school bus safety and the shared responsibility in protecting children as they travel to and from school.

Illinois College esports teams achieve multiple sweeps across major titles

By R. K. Godfrey | Oct 20, 2025

Illinois College's esports teams recorded several decisive victories in their recent competitions, achieving sweeps in Valorant and Super Smash Bros.

Sabrina Ingram wins consolation title for Illinois College at MWC tennis tournament

By E. K. Rodriguez | Oct 19, 2025

Sabrina Ingram, a senior at Illinois College, secured the consolation championship in the No. 6 singles flight during the Midwest Conference Individual Tournament held Sunday in Madison, Wisconsin.

Village of La Grange Zoning Board of Appeals met Oct. 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2025

Village of La Grange Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, Oct. 16

Sangamon County Board Zoning & Land Use Committee met Oct. 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2025

Sangamon County Board Zoning & Land Use Committee met Thursday, Oct. 16

Sangamon County Board Civil Liabilities Committee met Oct. 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2025

Sangamon County Board Civil Liabilities Committee met Thursday, Oct. 16

Logan County Board Workshop met Oct. 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2025

Logan County Board Workshop met Thursday, Oct. 16

Arthur Community Unit School District #305 Board of Education met Oct. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2025

Arthur Community Unit School District #305 Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 15

Illinois College women's swimming secures dual meet victories over North Central and Millikin

By M. L. Hammonds | Oct 18, 2025

The Illinois College women's swimming team achieved its first two dual meet wins of the season on Saturday at the Decatur YMCA Pool.

Illinois College men's soccer ties Grinnell with late penalty kick

By E. K. Rodriguez | Oct 18, 2025

Illinois College and Grinnell College ended their men's soccer match in a 1-1 draw on Saturday at Springer Field in Grinnell, Iowa.

Illinois College volleyball defeats Lake Forest on Senior Day to stay unbeaten in conference

By M. L. Hammonds | Oct 18, 2025

The Illinois College volleyball team maintained its undefeated record in the Midwest Conference after a 3–1 victory over Lake Forest College on Senior Day at Sherman Gymnasium in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Illinois College women's tennis team advances in Midwest Conference tournament

By E. K. Rodriguez | Oct 18, 2025

The Illinois College women's tennis team participated in the Midwest Conference Individual Tournament on Saturday in Madison, Wisconsin.

Illinois College Blueboys secure dominant win over Knox with strong rushing performance

By R. K. Godfrey | Oct 18, 2025

The Illinois College football team achieved a decisive 64-14 win over Knox College in a Midwest Conference game held Saturday at England Stadium in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Illinois College women’s cross country team places fourth at Greenville Classic

By R. K. Godfrey | Oct 17, 2025

Illinois College women's cross country team achieved notable results at the Greenville Classic in Litchfield, Illinois, on Friday.

Sangamon County's universities spent no money on their football teams in 2024

By S. M. Seaman | Oct 17, 2025

Sangamon County's collegiate football teams did not receive any funding during the 2024 season, the same as in the previous year.

Illinois College volleyball sweeps Ripon College in straight sets

By E. K. Rodriguez | Oct 17, 2025

The Illinois College volleyball team secured a straight-set victory over Ripon College on Thursday at Sherman Gymnasium, continuing their strong start in the Midwest Conference.