Businesses in Illinois are allowed to accept payments by card only if they choose, though state lawmakers have proposed bills to change this.

Edward Cabrera pitched seven scoreless innings and Kyle Stowers hit his 14th home run as the host Miami Marlins won their eighth straight game, defeating the Minnesota Twins 2-0 on Tuesday night.

From above, Pontiac reveals itself as the perfect small town—compact, walkable, and nestled alongside the river that has shaped its story for generations. Photo credit: Pontiac, Illinois Perhaps ...

Two people were killed in a small plane crash Saturday in Capron, Illinois, the Boone County sheriff said. The NTSB is investigating.

The victim said he was driving his semitrailer south on Highway 77 when a man in a black Ford F-150 pulled up beside him and pointed a handgun at him.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It was quick. It was easy. It was painless. And the Tampa Bay Rays' 3-0 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night was also impressive for its offensive creativity.

Right-hander Joe Ryan struck out eight batters over six scoreless innings, and the Minnesota Twins held on for a 2-0 win over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night in Minneapolis.

We have received several calls and emails telling us that Mayor Sanders, Marshall, IL., has been busy today trying to get people to sign an affidavit. One of them sent us a picture of the affidavit.

In my opinion, most politicians care deeply about their constituents. It also seems policymakers across Illinois, regardless of their party affiliation, want to support small and local businesses ...