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Jul 5, 2026Open source
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Illinois health department reports "higher-than-average" number of cyclosporiasis cases The Illinois Depart...
The Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting a "higher-than-average" number of cyclosporiasis cases in the state amid outbreaks in other s...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
2026 Elizabeth Ann Weidner Memorial Scholarship recipients named
Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation announced the 2026 Elizabeth Ann Weidner Memorial Scholarship awardees. A total award of $4,000 is given to the fo...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
14-year-old dies in crash at southern Illinois motorcycle race
A 14-year-old Florida girl died after an on-track incident early Monday during the AMA Flat Track Grand Championship at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, the A...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Illinois bill awaiting Pritzker OK would add oversight on private equity firms buying disability group homes
The bill, which passed the General Assembly this spring with broad bipartisan support, requires facilities for people with intellectual and developmental dis...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Cyclosporiasis in Illinois: These foods have been linked to past outbreaks
A cyclosporiasis outbreak continues across the United States, with Illinois reporting multiple cases of the parasitic illness this summer.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Severed arm in Illinois lake: Court records say body parts found in freezer, half-brother claimed self-defense
New details have emerged in the case of a severed arm bearing a distinctive Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers tattoo that was recovered from an Illinois la...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Cases of ‘explosive' diarrhea parasite soaring in Michigan, Illinois
Cases of a parasitic infection that causes "explosive" diarrhea are soaring in the Midwest, with an unusually high number in Michigan and Illinois.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
New Illinois law aims to prevent AI catastrophes before they happen
Illinois has enacted a new law requiring large artificial intelligence companies to establish safety standards and be more transparent.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Illinois separation movement continues, with 7 more counties set to vote
Nearly one-third of Illinois’ counties have voted to explore creating a new state separate from Cook County, and more counties could join them.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Illinois Drops the Hammer on AI Companies
On Monday, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act into law, giving the Midwest state arguably the strictest s...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Gov. JB Pritzker signs Illinois AI regulations into law, aiming to rein in 'the tech bros'
Illinois' requirement for third-party annual audits of developers like OpenAI and Anthropic is the first of its kind in the nation.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
COMMENTARY: Supreme Court protected states’ rights, but Illinois is out of whack on mail-in voting
It's settled now. States can count mail-in ballots after Election Day if postmarked by that day.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Chris Gotterup wins John Deere Classic for fifth PGA Tour victory
LinkSILVIS, ILLINOIS - JULY 05: Chris Gotterup of the United States celebrates on the 17th green during the final round of the John Deere Classic 2026 at TPC...
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Woman held on $350,000 bond in Benton County on suspicion of pretending to be boy to meet teen girl
BENTONVILLE -- A Illinois woman remained Monday in the Benton County Jail on $350,000 bond after being accused of pretending to be a 16-year-old boy to meet...
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Gov. JB Pritzker signs first-in-nation Illinois law requiring third-party safety audits for AI giants
A new law will make Illinois the first state to require independent audits of large AI developers’ safety practices.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Law adds big cats, bears and primates to Illinois ban on traveling animal acts
Animal welfare advocates say these highly intelligent and social species suffer when transported continuously between performances.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
State Rep. Harry Benton resigns amid ethics investigation Rep. Harry Benton resigned from the Illinois Hous...
Rep. Harry Benton resigned from the Illinois House on Friday in the wake of a legislative inspector general investigation that has still not been made public.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Lake County, Illinois, sheriff's deputies stop construction equipment burglary in progress Lake County, Ill...
Lake County, Illinois, sheriff's deputies stop construction equipment burglary in progress
Jul 6, 2026Open source
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Oquawka is in Henderson County, Illinois.
Region: Northern Illinois
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61469
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Illinois health department reports "higher-than-average" number of cyclosporiasis cases The Illinois Depart...
The Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting a "higher-than-average" number of cyclosporiasis cases in the state amid outbreaks in other s...
Jul 8, 2026Open source
2026 Elizabeth Ann Weidner Memorial Scholarship recipients named
Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation announced the 2026 Elizabeth Ann Weidner Memorial Scholarship awardees. A total award of $4,000 is given to the fo...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
14-year-old dies in crash at southern Illinois motorcycle race
A 14-year-old Florida girl died after an on-track incident early Monday during the AMA Flat Track Grand Championship at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, the A...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Illinois bill awaiting Pritzker OK would add oversight on private equity firms buying disability group homes
The bill, which passed the General Assembly this spring with broad bipartisan support, requires facilities for people with intellectual and developmental dis...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Cyclosporiasis in Illinois: These foods have been linked to past outbreaks
A cyclosporiasis outbreak continues across the United States, with Illinois reporting multiple cases of the parasitic illness this summer.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Severed arm in Illinois lake: Court records say body parts found in freezer, half-brother claimed self-defense
New details have emerged in the case of a severed arm bearing a distinctive Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers tattoo that was recovered from an Illinois la...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Cases of ‘explosive' diarrhea parasite soaring in Michigan, Illinois
Cases of a parasitic infection that causes "explosive" diarrhea are soaring in the Midwest, with an unusually high number in Michigan and Illinois.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
New Illinois law aims to prevent AI catastrophes before they happen
Illinois has enacted a new law requiring large artificial intelligence companies to establish safety standards and be more transparent.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Illinois separation movement continues, with 7 more counties set to vote
Nearly one-third of Illinois’ counties have voted to explore creating a new state separate from Cook County, and more counties could join them.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
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