Illinois officials bemoan another Trump administration. 'He does not care about ordinary Americans'
While Democrats who control all statewide offices in the state vowed to "fight" President Donald Trump in his return to the White House, Republicans in the state welcomed a new term of "hope, prosperity and freedom.
Is it illegal to warm-up your car ‘unattended' in Illinois in the winter? What to know
President Donald Trump made a series of sweeping pronouncements in his inaugural address, including a pledge to restore the name of Mount McKinley to North America’s tallest peak. Denali was renamed in 2015 by former President Barack Obama’s Department of the Interior,
Former Illinois Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger 'didn’t want' Biden's pardon, but 'appreciates' it
In the final minutes of his term, Biden pardoned Kinzinger and other members of the Select Committee on the January 6th Attack. "I am not nervous, I'm not scared, and I will not back down," Kinzinger said.
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Illinois leaders call on residents for ideas on how to celebrate America’s 250th birthday
Illinoisans can now help with preparation for America’s 250th birthday festival, taking place on July 4th, 2026. The Illinois America 250 Commission is inviting all the state residents to partake in the organization of programs,
In 2024, more people moved from Illinois than moved in. Here's where we rate nationally
A recent study by the moving company Allied Van Lines shows that Illinois continues to see more outbound migration than new residents.
Illinois Congressman recalls Jan. 6 attack 4 years later as local defendants seek pardons from Trump
Trump has promised sweeping pardons for the convicted insurrectionists he has repeatedly referred to as patriots.
Are Illinois schools closed on Inauguration Day for 2025? What to know
Some businesses, including schools, will be closed on Inauguration Day, but it's not because its the day the President-elect is sworn in.
5 arrested after 4-year-old Illinois girl found safe following AMBER Alert
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — Five people have been charged in connection with an AMBER Alert linked to a missing four-year-old Illinois girl who was abducted near her home.
Costco, USPS, schools: A list of what's open and closed for MLK Day in Illinois
While most government functions will not be operating on Monday, most grocery stores, big box stores and restaurants will remain open. Major chain stores such as Target, Costco, Walmart, The Home Depot, Jewel-Osco and Mariano's will remain open on the holiday.
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Illinois has put an end to the injustice of cash bail
Economic Hardship Reporting Project and The Nation examine the process of bail hearings according to a new movement to banish cash bail.
‘State of New Illinois’ committee continues push to secede from Cook County
The movement among Illinois counties to separate from Chicago and Cook County to form a new state continues to grow.
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Illinois preparing join America’s 250th anniversary celebration in 2026
Illinoisians from across the state are encouraged to plan festivities to celebrate America’s 250 years of independence in 2026. Celebrations marking the