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3 days ago
Lawsuit alleges ICE detainees denied access to counsel while held in ‘inhumane’ conditions
7th Circuit rules judge overstepped in ordering Bovino into court for daily check-ins.
3 days ago
Lawmakers approve $1.5B transit funding package without statewide tax increases
Funding for downstate transit agencies decreases from previous plan.
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Highest scoring NBA players born in Illinois
Stacker compiled the highest scoring NBA players born in Illinois.
4 days ago
As clocks fall back, seasonal depression rises: What you need to know about SAD
Experts warn of increased symptoms as daylight saving time ends and sunlight wanes.
4 days ago
Illinois lottery player hits $850K jackpot on Halloween
Online Lucky Day Lotto ticket delivers sweet surprise with winning numbers drawn October 29.
4 days ago
Illinois Federation of Teachers rallies at capitol to ‘Tax the Rich’
More than 400 educators and state workers call on lawmakers to fund schools and protect public services.
4 days ago
Illinois Senate passes bill allowing Macon County racino, but House adjourns without addressing plan
Turner said the racino would be a $220 million investment for Decatur and could potentially generate $27 million in annual revenue.
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‘Drop in the bucket’: Illinois measures to offset SNAP cuts will not alleviate problem
Advocates say devoting state funds to food pantries will not fill gap left by federal shutdown.
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Chicago father of child fighting cancer released on bond by immigration judge
U.S. District Judge Jeremy Daniel said last week that Torres Maldonado’s detention is illegal and violates his due process rights. But Daniel also said he could not order his immediate release.
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US Marine arrested and accused of kidnapping girl with intent to sexually assault her, FBI says
William Richard Roy, 24, who was stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, flew to Chicago last week, met the girl in a park and then took her to a hotel overnight before boarding a bus to Durham, North Carolina, the FBI said in a statement.
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Advocates allege ‘inhumane’ conditions at Chicago-area ICE facility in new lawsuit
Agents have also allegedly coerced people held at the processing center to sign paperwork they don't understand, leading them to unknowingly relinquish their rights and face deportation, according to the lawsuit.
4 days ago
State grant money helps tear down Pillsbury plant, can help others
$30 million-plus available in funds that can help the Pillsbury plant and others.
5 days ago
Premiering Friday … Scheels Sports Park
Softball tournament inaugurates dome during "soft opening."
5 days ago
Cop’s testimony, judge’s instructions influenced outcome of Sonya Massey murder case
“This is not unusual,” Andrew Leipold, who teaches criminal law at University of Illinois College of Law, said of the jury's alternatives.
5 days ago
Illinois school report card continues to show wide achievement gaps
First report under new scoring system shows higher proficiency rates, uneven performance.
5 days ago
‘Illinois is on your side’: Pritzker acts to aid IL farmers hurt by rising costs, tariffs
Many Illinois farmers are saying that rising costs and tariffs are threatening their livelihood.
5 days ago
Lawmakers advance bill allowing public officials to conceal personal information
The move comes amid a rise in threats and harassment against those in elected office.
5 days ago
Illinois High School Football Poll
Class 8A Rank School Total Points Previous 1. Chicago (Mount Carmel) (11) (9-0) 110 1 2. Park Ridge (Maine South)…
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Democratic congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh indicted over ICE protests outside Chicago
"This is a political prosecution and a gross attempt at silencing dissent, a right protected under the First Amendment."
5 days ago
Appeals court blocks order requiring Bovino to brief judge on Chicago immigration sweeps
Bovino told Fox News that he was eager to talk to Ellis.
