Indiana legislators would like to redraw the Indiana-Illinois border to absorb parts of Illinois, but the proposed action would face roadblocks on the Illinois side, which would prevent a border

Some Indiana lawmakers have taken steps to absorb the Illinois counties that have voted to leave the state. Last election, seven Illinois counties joined more than 20 others to greenlight a proposal to explore splitting from the state.

Dalton Banks had 21 points in Illinois State's 85-81 victory over Indiana State on Tuesday night. Banks shot 6 of 7 from the field and 7 of 8 from the free-throw line for the Redbirds (12-8, 4-5 Missouri Valley Conference).

Indiana House Republicans unveiled their priorities for 2025, which included a bill to explore adjusting the boundaries of Illinois and Indiana.

He said, ‘I am tired of feeling like a criminal,’ and that put everything into perspective [for me] from that moment on.” By Elijah Poe, Indiana Capital Chronicle Statehouse Reps. Sue Errington (D) and Jim Lucas (R) couldn’t be more different.

A bill filed by Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston would create a commission to "embrace neighboring counties that want to join low-tax, low-cost Indiana."

Illinois State beats Indiana State, 85-81 Tuesday night as the Sycamores’ losing streak reaches five games. Aaron Gray finished with 19 points to lead the Sycamores in scoring. Camp Wagner added 17. Indiana State will host Northern Iowa Saturday afternoon at 1pm.

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No, it wasn't fiscal responsibility or more transparency regarding health care costs; it was a measure that would create a commission that would "embrace" those counties in Illinois that would want become part of Indiana. More: 'A low-wage state': How Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker responded to Indiana's secession bill

Several Illinois counties that have explored the idea of secession might be welcomed with open arms in Indiana. Legislators in Indiana’s Republican-majority General Assembly have introduced a house bill that would establish a commission to discuss whether it’s advisable to adjust the boundary between Illinois and Indiana.

INDIANAPOLIS — On Jan. 14, 2025, Indiana House Republicans outlined their priorities for the 2025 Indiana legislative session, including creating a commission to possibly add several Illinois ...

Led by Ray'Sean Taylor's 24 points, the SIU-Edwardsville Cougars defeated the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles 82-76 on Thursday night.