Seven people were shot at what the city described as a "non-sanctioned event" attended by more than 100 to 150 people, Mt. Vernon, Illinois officials said.

There was a long-awaited homecoming and warm welcome for Illinois rescue teams who spent two weeks away from their families to help with recovery after devastating flooding in Texas.

From executive orders, bills passed to ongoing public arguments and more: here's how President Trump's second term has impacted Illinois so far.

Schaumburg police said Roland Schmidt was upset with the woman, Christine Moyer, over divorce paperwork she was filing against his son.

CHARLESTON, Ill. (WAND) — One of the longest running fairs in Illinois is underway. The Coles County Fair kicked off on Sunday. The fair runs from Sunday, July 27 to Monday, August 4. The fair is starting their festivities with the Miss Coles County Pageant at the grandstand.

A 6-foot-3, 220-pound dual threat quarterback, Lopati passed on offers from Oregon, Washington and Purdue in the Big Ten, plus Iowa State, Utah, Arkansas and others. Lopati is considered to be the complete package – a sturdy, strong-armed and accurate passer who can also be a threat as a runner.

Each pet adoption has an extensive application, including a home visit before anything is finalized. Dating has gone to the dogs! Pet Pack Rescue, based in Peoria, is pairing people with puppies. This is part of a new program to match rescue pups with their fur-ever families.