The state of Illinois has repaired and digitized 57 maps that the Illinois National Guard used during World War I to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the war.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Five specialized Illinois Army National Guard Soldiers have deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility as part of Bilateral Embedded Staff Team (BEST) A25.

For the first time since the Vietnam War, an Illinois National Guard unit has been called into active duty by the president, Gov. James Thompson`s office said Tuesday. The National Guard`s 1244th ...

All the units excelled in their federal missions and proudly represented Illinois,” said Maj. Gen. Rich Neely, the Adjutant General of Illinois and Commander of the Illinois National Guard.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is deploying Illinois National Guard troops to the suburbs to help restore order following violent clashes Sunday night. The activation of about 250 additional troops comes after… ...

The UH-60V gives us a moving map on board ... “The Illinois National Guard was selected to do this testing for the entire Army,” said Stevens. “We’re the only operational unit in the Army ...