Central Illinois

• Beason suspect's defense seeks resources to "level playing field", Bloomington Pantagraph

Chicago area

• Lawyer: Video shows Dolton cop beating teen at school, Chicago Tribune
• Racial bias suit targets Lisle hotel, Naperville Sun
• Jury decides Brian Dugan eligible for death penalty, but will he get it?, Daily Herald

State

• Tribune sues U. of Illinois over applicant names, Springfield State Journal-Register