The “New Illinois” group is holding convention in Bloomington to discuss separating from Chicago and forming a new state.

One Chicago church is beginning the process of restoring a special Tiffany glass window that’s been with the congregation for a century. Tuesday morning was a busy one for conservators as they worked ...

Dummitt, who led the Chicagoland megachurch through COVID-19 and the fallout from a scandal involving Willow Creek’s founder, ...

Citizens from the metro-east marshaled forces to provide financial and material aid to those impacted by the terrible, record ...

Donate crafting supplies at Edwardsville Library's Craft Swap drop-off days for early admission to Saturday's event.

Emboldened by court rulings and election victories, the Christian right is outspoken as it pushes its moral views through the ...

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After the severe weather that swept through several states, some in Southern Illinois are among those recovering from storms.

The News-Democrat has contacted candidates in township races in the April 1 election and asked them to complete a detailed ...

The laws reflect growing concern among conservatives about transgender issues and have been lauded by some faith leaders, ...