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4 weeks 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 weeks 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.
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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.
4 weeks ago
Premiering Friday … Scheels Sports Park
Softball tournament inaugurates dome during "soft opening."
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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.
4 weeks ago
Illinois school report card continues to show wide achievement gaps
First report under new scoring system shows higher proficiency rates, uneven performance.
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‘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.
4 weeks 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.
4 weeks 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)…
4 weeks ago
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."
4 weeks 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.
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Citing AP investigation, senators demand answers on use of full-body restraints during deportations
Van Hollen was joined by U.S. Sens. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, Cory Booker of New Jersey, Alex Padilla of California, Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, and six others.
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Sonya Massey’s mom on Grayson verdict: ‘I can’t wait until he goes to Hell’
Responses to the verdict were less than pleasant.
4 weeks ago
Truck hits house, causes power outage
Problems continue after a crash near 9th and Miller.
4 weeks ago
Energy bill moves as veto session ends
Senate could give the bill to the governor Thursday.
