Lexington

A new bill Gov. JB Pritzker has signed into law better accommodates survivors of sexual assault during the reporting process, but police are struggling to find the numbers to make it happen.

The 100th birthday of Route 66 is not lost on businesses and attractions who depend on it. In Lexington, Towanda, Atlanta and Normal, proprietors acknowledge the importance of the nostalgia-driven love for the Mother Road is not just a moment in its history, but a movement they are a part of.

ISP Master Sgt. Billy Quinn and Sgt. Benjamin Reichard were among 19 officers from police agencies across the state to receive the honor Thursday at a ceremony in Springfield.

Nicole Nesland is accused of embezzling over $500,000 from a Lexington business. If convicted, she faces up to 15 years in prison for each charge.

The new 100,000-square-foot facility will add about 30 manufacturing jobs. Group Tool, Inc. has hubbed operations in Lexington since 1985.

Andrew Miller has volunteered with Lexington's cheer squad since 2024. He was placed on administrative leave in the wake of a police investigation that's taken him off the job at Chiddix Junior High. On Friday afternoon, Lexington High's cheerleading families were notified of Miller's termination.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources recently named Dave Glacinski of Lexington one of its 2025 outstanding volunteers of the year.

Lexington Mayor Spencer Johansen is calling on Ameren Illinois and Corn Belt Energy to solve a utility dispute in the Century Oaks residential subdivision that's being built. The 34-acre subdivision located on the western edge of Lexington.

The $675,000 federal grant was withdrawn due to changing priorities for the DOT.

The Lexington school district honored graduating seniors, unveiled its new STEAM addition, and dedicated a time capsule that'll be opened 25 years from now.