During the turbulent Fourth of July weekend in Chicago, 109 individuals were shot, resulting in 19 fatalities
Over the extended Fourth of July weekend, Chicago witnessed a distressing surge in gun violence, leaving more than 100 people…
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Unveiling the Lesser-Known Facts About Japanese Beetles in Illinois
Japanese beetles, originally from Asia, have become a familiar summertime pest across Illinois since their introduction to the United States…
Study Shows Illinois Among Top States for Nighttime Safety
Illinois, often overshadowed by concerns over crime in its major city, Chicago, has surprisingly emerged as one of the safest…
Warning: Three Dangerous Fugitives Possibly Concealed in Illinois
Law enforcement agencies, including the United States Marshals Service in the Southern District of Iowa, have issued a heightened alert…
Illinois Schools Ensure Food Stability for Students through Expanded Meal Programs
In Illinois, the return to school signifies more than just academics—it’s a crucial period for ensuring food stability for thousands…
Midwest’s major grocery chain allows customers to use PayPal and Venmo for payments
Midwest grocery chain Hy-Vee has announced that customers can now pay for their groceries using PayPal and Venmo. These new…
Bill on Pritzker’s Desk Could Enable Digital Driver’s Licenses and State IDs in Illinois
Illinois residents may soon have the option to use digital driver’s licenses or state IDs, as a proposal on Governor…
Illinois Domestic Violence Survivors Imprisoned for Crimes Committed by Their Abusers
Pat Johnson’s story underscores the severe implications of Illinois’ “theory of accountability” law, which allows individuals to be charged for…
Rock Island County Democrats Stand Firm Behind President Biden Amid Calls for Withdrawal
Amid rising calls from some Democrats for President Joe Biden to step aside from the presidential race, party leaders in…
Former Prisoners in Five States to Gain Medicaid Access
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a significant initiative to extend Medicaid coverage to individuals transitioning…