Illinois
Indiana wants to absorb 33 Illinois counties that voted to secede: 'Join us'
Indiana lawmakers propose redrawing state lines with Illinois
Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston lays out the efforts to redraw the state lines between Indiana and Illinois.
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston says lawmakers are looking into a proposal to absorb parts of Illinois after multiple counties voted to secede.
According to Huston, seven Illinois counties voted in November to leave the state. Upon further investigation, it was determined by Huston that 33 counties in total voted to secede, which is roughly one-third of Illinois’ counties.
Rather than forming a 51st state, Huston suggests these counties could instead become part of Indiana. Most of the counties in question are in central and southern Illinois, spanning east to west. Some already border Indiana.
Historically, Illinois was once part of Indiana from 1800 to 1809 before being divided into a separate state.
What Needs to Happen:
For these Illinois counties to officially join Indiana, several legal steps must take place:
- Both the Indiana and Illinois legislatures would need to pass bills approving the change.
- A commission would be formed to work out the logistics of shifting state boundaries.
- Both states would have to approve the commission’s report.
- Congress would need to sign off on the proposal.
What they’re saying:
Huston believes Indiana offers an attractive alternative to Illinois, citing lower taxes, fewer regulations, and strong economic growth.
“We just think this is a great opportunity for people that are interested in Illinois that want to secede, but we say, ‘join us.’ Low taxes, low regulatory environment, a ton of economic development already taking place,” said Houston. “We’re kinda raising our hand to say ‘hey don’t start a 51st state, we’d love to have you in Indiana.’”
Big picture view:
The idea of redrawing state lines is not new. Similar proposals have surfaced in other parts of the country. Meanwhile, more than 100,000 Illinois residents have already relocated to Indiana since 2021, suggesting a trend of migration regardless of state boundaries.
What’s next:
It remains to be seen whether lawmakers in both states will seriously pursue the idea, and whether Congress would entertain such a move.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston.
Illinois
3 Big IL Lottery Prizes Set To Expire Soon, Remain Unclaimed
Three lottery tickets purchased in the Chicago area are set to expire soon, meaning the unknown lucky winners could be out thousands of dollars if they do not step up to claim their prizes.
Among the cash prizes are two tickets valued at $100,000 each that will expire in March and another with a $200,000 payout, which will expire next week, according to Illinois Lottery officials. The $200,000 Powerball winner was purchased at a Citgo at 44 E. Sibley Avenue in Dolton on Nov. 30.
The other two tickets that have winners that have not claimed prizes include:
- A $100,000 Powerball ticket bought on March 12 at the Speedway, 110 Arrowhead Drive, Hampshire
- A $100,000 Powerball ticket bought on March 19 at the Shell, 4900 S. Cicero Avenue, Chicago.
Winners have one year from the draw date to claim their prize, according to the Illinois Lottery.
The Illinois Lottery is urging players to check their tickets as the deadline approaches to claim a $200,000 winning Powerball ticket purchased nearly a year ago in Dolton, Illinois. The ticket will expire in two weeks if not claimed.
The Illinois Lottery encourages the ticket holder to sign the back of their winning ticket immediately and store it in a safe place until they are ready to claim their prize.
A full list of unclaimed prizes can be found on the Illinois Lottery’s website.
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Illinois vs. Alabama Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel
The No. 8 Illinois Fighting Illini (4-0) will attempt to extend a four-game home win streak when they take on the No. 11 Alabama Crimson Tide (2-1) on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at United Center. The matchup airs at 9 p.m. ET on FS1.
The Fighting Illini, who are favored by 2.5 points, are set to take on the Crimson Tide. The matchup’s over/under is set at 180.5.
Continue scrolling to get everything you need to know ahead of betting on the Illinois-Alabama contest.
Illinois vs. Alabama How to Watch & Odds
- When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET
- Where: United Center in Chicago, Illinois
- TV: FS1
- Streaming: FOXSports.com, FOX Sports App and FOX One (Try free for 7 days)
- Odds: Illinois is favored to win the game. Check out the latest odds.
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Illinois vs. Alabama Prediction
Take the Illini to take down Alabama tonight. Illinois is riding high on their 4-0 record and has shown impressive defensive prowess, limiting opponents to just 66.8 points per game. Their frontcourt, led by players like David Mirkovic, could prove to be a significant matchup advantage against Alabama.
Alabama, on the other hand, is coming off a tough loss to Purdue, where they were outrebounded by 24 and struggled from three-point range, going 16-for-43. However, they’ve shown they can score, averaging 91.3 points per game. Labaron Philon Jr. is having a standout season, averaging 19.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 6 assists per game.
- Pick ATS: Illinois (-2.5)
- Pick OU: Under (180.5)
- Prediction: Illinois 86, Alabama 83
Prediction provided by FOX Sports’ Sports AI. Download the FOX Sports App for free access to Sports AI.
Illinois vs. Alabama Betting Insights
Betting Line Implied Predictions
- Per the spread and over/under, the implied score for the game is Fighting Illini 92, Crimson Tide 89.
- The Fighting Illini have a 60.5% chance to collect the win in this matchup per the moneyline’s implied probability.
- The Crimson Tide have a 43.9% implied probability to come out on top.
Key Spread Facts
- Illinois won 18 games against the spread last season, while failing to cover 17 times.
- Alabama covered 21 times in 37 games with a spread last year.
- Illinois had an ATS record of 15-12 when playing as at least a 2.5-point favorite last season.
- Alabama was an underdog by 2.5 points or more six times last year, and covered the spread in four of those matchups.
Key Total Facts
- Four times last year, the Fighting Illini and their opponent combined to score more than 180.5 points.
- Last year, 15 Crimson Tide games featured more than 180.5 points scored.
- Last year’s combined scoring average for these two teams (174.3 points per game) is 6.2 fewer than the total for this contest.
Key Moneyline Facts
- Illinois went 19-7 in games it was listed as the moneyline favorite last season (winning 73.1% of those games).
- Last season, Alabama was the underdog nine times and won five of those games.
- Illinois had a record of 19-6 in games it played as a moneyline favorite with odds of -153 or shorter last year (76%).
- Alabama had a record of 2-3 when it was set as the underdog by +128 or more by sportsbooks last season.
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Illinois transportation crews prepare for winter weather
MILAN, Ill. (KWQC) – The Illinois Department of Transportation held a “Winter Weather, Get It Together” event Tuesday as crews prepare for the upcoming winter season.
Crews want drivers to pay extra attention to crews working to clear roads during winter weather events.
“Definitely just keep in mind, slow down when you see our trucks,” Devin McNeill, Illinois DOT lead worker at the Silvis yard said. “Our drivers are doing multiple things while they’re operating the trucks so they can’t see everywhere.”
He also said drivers should be patient.
Crews in District 2, which covers several counties in northwest Illinois, have nearly 4,100 miles of roads to plow.
Guidelines from the Illinois Department of Transportation:
- Give yourself extra time for trips
- Slow down and increase the distance between other vehicles
- Prepare an emergency kits with jumper cable, flares or reflectors, windshield washer fluid, an ice scraper, traction material, blankets, food and a first-aid kit
- Keep a cellphone charger in your vehcile
- Check your battery, tires, lights, charging system and belts
- Look out for black ice and slippery conditions, even with no snow
- Be careful at intersections, ramps, bridges and shady areas
- Don’t travel in bad weather unless you have to. If you do, share your route and check the forecast
- Give plows and other equipment treating the roads space
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