Bill aims to curb abandoned oil and gas wells in Illinois through stiffer fines
The bill, which stiffens fines, comes in response to a Tribune investigation into the thousands of abandoned oil wells in Illinois.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
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New Illinois driving test age requirements set to begin on July 1. Here's what to know
A change in Illinois' driving age restrictions will soon take effect across the state.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Elgin police ask residents to avoid downtown area near Fox River amid search Police in Elgin, Illinois, are...
Elgin police are looking for a man who went under the water in the Fox River after an incident Friday morning.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
JB Pritzker Will Soon Learn He Can’t Have It All
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is all but running for president in 2028, and like many Democratic hopefuls in a crowded field, he’s refusing to pick a side.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Illinois already had 169 tornadoes in 2026. Experts say don’t expect this every year
Illinois already had 169 tornadoes in 2026. Experts say don’t expect this every year
Jun 26, 2026Open source
June 25 recap: Decatur and Macon County news you may have missed today
An analysis of federal disaster assistance shows Democratic-led states like Illinois are receiving less funds, placing more strain on local and state govern...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
June 25 recap: Mattoon, Charleston & Coles County news you may have missed today
An analysis of federal disaster assistance shows Democratic-led states like Illinois are receiving less funds, placing more strain on local and state govern...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
June 25 recap: Central Illinois news you may have missed today
From country, rap and rock to reggae, the Illinois and DuQuoin State Fairs are bringing a diverse lineup of artists to fairgoers this year. Se…
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Supreme Court ruling in Roundup case is a major blow for agricultural states like Illinois, advocates say
As one of the nation’s largest producers of corn and soybeans, Illinois is among the heaviest users of glyphosate-based herbicides such as Roundup.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Illinois to see greater protections from ‘junk fees,’ ticket-buying bots, Gov. JB Pritzker says
Illinoisans will soon see fewer unexpected “junk fees” and greater protections from robots snatching up concert tickets, lawmakers and Gov. JB Pritzker s...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Chicago Bears picked to be featured in Hallmark Christmas movie
The pride and joy of Illinois will take to the silver screen in partnership with Hallmark in the third installment of Hallmark's Holiday Touchdown movie fran...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Illinois home insurance premiums are on the rise right along with severe weather CBS News Chicago has learn...
Illinois home insurance premiums are on the rise right along with severe weather
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Pritzker signs ban on junk fees, other consumer protections into law Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday...
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs ban on junk fees, other consumer protections into law
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Killer of Northern Trust bank executive convicted of involuntary manslaughter in 2023 Mag Mile attack
"Failure to treat, failure to protect" follow-up: Cook County Circuit Judge Charles Burns rejected a first-degree murder conviction Thursday for Henry Graham...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
James Talarico, Running for Senate as a Crusader Against Billionaires, Holds Big-Ticket Fundraiser With Bil...
Left-wing Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, who says "billionaires" are "destroying this country," held a big-ticket Chicago fundraiser with billionaire...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Illinois food assistance error rate continues to grow as federal penalties loom
Data released Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Illinois’ payment error rate for food assistance continues to grow with federal penalti...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
New Illinois driving test age requirements start July 1
A law taking effect July 1 will raise the age at which older drivers must take a driving test to renew their license.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for northern Illinois as 60 mph winds, large hail threaten
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for northern Illinois as 60 mph winds, large hail threaten
Jun 25, 2026Open source
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Bill aims to curb abandoned oil and gas wells in Illinois through stiffer fines
The bill, which stiffens fines, comes in response to a Tribune investigation into the thousands of abandoned oil wells in Illinois.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
New Illinois driving test age requirements set to begin on July 1. Here's what to know
A change in Illinois' driving age restrictions will soon take effect across the state.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Elgin police ask residents to avoid downtown area near Fox River amid search Police in Elgin, Illinois, are...
Elgin police are looking for a man who went under the water in the Fox River after an incident Friday morning.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
JB Pritzker Will Soon Learn He Can’t Have It All
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is all but running for president in 2028, and like many Democratic hopefuls in a crowded field, he’s refusing to pick a side.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Illinois already had 169 tornadoes in 2026. Experts say don’t expect this every year
Illinois already had 169 tornadoes in 2026. Experts say don’t expect this every year
Jun 26, 2026Open source
June 25 recap: Decatur and Macon County news you may have missed today
An analysis of federal disaster assistance shows Democratic-led states like Illinois are receiving less funds, placing more strain on local and state govern...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
June 25 recap: Mattoon, Charleston & Coles County news you may have missed today
An analysis of federal disaster assistance shows Democratic-led states like Illinois are receiving less funds, placing more strain on local and state govern...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
June 25 recap: Central Illinois news you may have missed today
From country, rap and rock to reggae, the Illinois and DuQuoin State Fairs are bringing a diverse lineup of artists to fairgoers this year. Se…
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Supreme Court ruling in Roundup case is a major blow for agricultural states like Illinois, advocates say
As one of the nation’s largest producers of corn and soybeans, Illinois is among the heaviest users of glyphosate-based herbicides such as Roundup.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
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