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Election board deadlocks on what to do about Mautino

By Aaron Crider | 6 years ago

Despite an ongoing federal investigation, the Illinois State Board of Elections is having a difficult time deciding whether or not the state’s auditor general is guilty of corruption.

Marquette football looking up — in more ways than one

By Aaron Crider | Sep 1, 2017

The Marquette Academy football team has already started strong — before the season has even begun.

Hoffman Estates agrees to host boys gymnastics state finals

By Aaron Crider | Aug 25, 2017

The Illinois boys gymnastics state finals have a new home lined up for the next three seasons: Hoffman Estates High School.

Inclusion efforts earn IHSA honor from Special Olympics

By Aaron Crider | Jul 21, 2017

Special Olympics Illinois has named the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) its 2017 "Outstanding Organization of the Year" award for its inclusion of mentally disabled athletes in high school sports.

Spring Valley makes golf challenge cheap but not easy

By Aaron Crider | Jul 21, 2017

Golfers looking for a fun summer challenge that still leaves a little green in their wallets don’t have to go any farther that Spring Creek Golf Course in Spring Valley.

Big city, big time for Wounded Warrior Games this year

By Aaron Crider | Jun 30, 2017

The Wounded Warriors are ready for the spotlight.

Galena's Wienan doesn't know anything but high gear

By Aaron Crider | Jun 25, 2017

It started with a love for ATVs and dirt riding, but now Chad Wienen is looking at winning his sixth-consecutive American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) ATV Motocross championship.