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Generally associated with Central America and first established in the United States in the 1850s, it’s taken armadillos 170 years to settle into Illinois. But as our springs become wetter

CARTERVILLE, IL (WSIL) -- In this edition of Pets of the Week, four animals are up for adoption at shelters across the region.

The Illinois State Police changed their Fast Track Program to the Lateral Entry Training Program to attract future troopers. The program is for police officers with at least two years of experience.

WSIL -- A comprehensive report by Pro Publica is sparking debate over how some Illinois schools are punishing students. Specifically, using school resource officers as a way to fine students.

U.S. Rep. Michael Quigley on Tuesday endorsed Alexi Giannoulias in a highly contentious race for the Democratic nomination for Illinois secretary of state.

Calls for improved access to mental health and substance abuse treatment follow reporting by ProPublica and The Southern Illinoisan on the large number of parents investigated repeatedly by Illinois’ Department of Children and Family Services.

U.S. Rep. Michael Quigley has endorsed Alexi Giannoulias, a former state treasurer, in the contentious race for the Democratic nomination for Illinois secretary of state.

Sierra Club Illinois and Prairie Rivers Network announced they are appealing the Illinois Environmental Protection Agencys decision to grant a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit to Williamson Energy

Mileur Orchards in Murphysboro

During National Small Business Week, the State of Illinois announced that the full $250 million in relief funds have been granted through the Back to Business program.