The Commercial-News traces roots to 1854

The Commercial-News, a daily newspaper serving Danville and surrounding Vermilion County communities, boasts a history stretching back to 1854. The paper's current iteration, The Commercial-News, was formed in 1938 through a merger of several earlier publications.

Owned by Gannett, the newspaper has been a fixture in the Danville area for generations, providing local news and information to residents. Its origins trace to multiple newspapers that began publication in the mid-19th century, culminating in the 1938 consolidation that created the paper known today.

The Commercial-News continues to serve the information needs of Danville, Illinois, and its neighboring communities within Vermilion County.