MACOMB, IL - - Happy seventh birthday to our bone-afide best friend, Colonel Rock IV! Western Illinois University's live mascot, Colonel Rock IV, aka "Ray," will turn seven Friday, Feb. 14. To ...

This is a series of stories about Western Illinois University students, alumni and community members, highlighting their experiences during our 125th anniversary celebration. We will feature 125 ...

Western Illinois University is looking for an upgrade to its Quad Cities campus. State Senate Bill 1308, introduced by State Sen. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, could potentially bring $7.2 million ...

The bill focuses on workforce development, new innovations and economic growth in the Quad-Cities through Western Illinois University.

Senator Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, introduced a bill to bring $7.2 million to Western Illinois University to support Quad-Cities campus developments. The legislation, SB1308, focuses on new ...