Star Courier

07/24/2025

Gov. JB Pritzker is leaving the door open to changing Illinois’ congressional maps to “counterbalance” an attempt by Texas politicians to add more Republican seats to the U.S. House.

Gov. JB Pritzker is leaving open the possibility that Illinois lawmakers could redraw congressional maps with more Democrat-leaning districts.

07/23/2025

Henry County will celebrate its bicentennial with a time capsule ceremony on July 30.

Henry County will mark its 200th anniversary with a time capsule ceremony at Cambridge Courthouse on July 30.

07/23/2025

Donors who give blood by July 31 can receive a Fandango Movie Reward by email. More incentives in August for donations.

American Red Cross urges Illinois residents to donate blood and platelets to maintain critical supplies. Find local donation sites and rewards:

07/23/2025

It's that time of year again when you may hear the phrase "corn sweat" tossed around in times of high heat and humidity.

What is "corn sweat," and how does it contribute to rising heat and humidity in Illinois? See what experts say.

07/22/2025

From the iconic "All Aboard!" opening of "Crazy Train" to his oft-meme'd "Sharon!" Ozzy Osbourne had one of the most recognizable bellows in modern history.

Grammy-winning rocker Ozzy Osbourne has died at 76, weeks after reuniting with Black Sabbath for a final show in England.

07/22/2025

Springfield brothers Paul "Pizza" and Patrick Pianezza co-wrote and produced the film "Code 3," starring Rainn Wilson, Lil Rel Howery, and Aimee Carrero.

Two brothers from Springfield had integral roles in creating a movie that will be hitting the big screen in September.

07/21/2025

More than 100,000 ice cream bars produced by Rich's Ice Cream have been recalled over concerns of potential listeria contamination.

The FDA announced July 17 that Rich's Ice Cream Co. is recalling select products due to potential listeria monocytogenes contamination.

07/21/2025

Matthew P. Manthe, 51, died at OSF HealthCare St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria after he was hit by a vehicle in Kewanee that was driven by a 17-year-old near OSF HealthCare St. Luke Medical Center.

The 51-year-old pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle driven by a 17-year-old, according to police.

07/21/2025

The Illinois State Fair's Spring Sale is almost over. Find out how to purchase passes and what perks are come with.

07/21/2025

Homeowners can help by reducing outdoor lighting, leaving leaf litter undisturbed, and avoiding pesticides.

Lightning bug populations may be on the decline in Illinois and the U.S. Here's a look at why and how you can help.

07/18/2025

Didn't receive your tax refund yet? Here's how to check the status.

Are we getting a stimulus check in July 2025? Here's status update, amount of stimulus checks, how to track IRS refund check by social security number

07/17/2025

If signed by President Donald Trump, the legislation would strip billions in funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funds NPR and PBS, and foreign aid agencies including the World Health Organization and the U.S. Agency for International Development.

The Senate passed a bill that would cut $9 billion in federal funding for public broadcasting, foreign aid and more. See how Illinois' senators voted.