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The Dirksen Federal Courthouse in Chicago. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Crime
1 month ago
‘No one can credibly investigate themselves’: Now-cleared ‘Broadview Six’ protesters request special prosecutor

DOJ commits to paying former defendants’ attorneys’ fees as case fallout continues.

unemployment
IL State News
1 month ago
US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud or face penalties

In its announcement, it cited problems in California, Illinois and New York — three states where Democrats are in control.

FILE - Portland Trail Blazers interim head coach Tiago Splitter listens during introductions before an NBA basketball game against the Brooklyn Nets, March 23, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)
Sports
1 month ago
Tiago Splitter takes over as Bulls coach and promises team will compete every night

“Hidden from my parents and at 1 a.m., watching M.J. games and rooting for the Bulls,” Splitter said with a wry grin.

Merlin Lu has been charged with a hate crime after Chicago Police claim he set a cross on fire in the city's Grant Park.
Crime
1 month ago
Man who admitted setting cross on fire in Chicago park is charged with a hate crime

“I understand why it was interpreted that way, and I apologize for that, but no, the intent was not there,” Lu told WMAQ-TV before his arrest.

Damage from a collapsed roof is seen at Big Red Appliances & Mattresses in Florence, Ky, Thursday, June 18, 2026, after severe weather moved through the region. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
National
1 month ago
Tropical storm remnants pound Gulf states with heavy rain after tornadoes hit the Midwest

The Midwest, meanwhile, was recovering from a strong line of storms that tore through parts of Illinois, Indiana and northern Kentucky on Wednesday.

Former President Joe Biden, from left, former President Barack Obama, former President George W. Bush, and former President Bill Clinton, pose for a photo ahead of the dedication ceremony at the Obama Presidential Center, Thursday, June 17, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, Pool)
IL State News
1 month ago
Springsteen, Bono and Stevie Wonder will help the Obamas open their presidential museum

President Donald Trump is not among the announced guests. He called the $850 million center a “total disaster” in a social media post in February.

This person is wanted for a May 1 robbery in Southern View.
Crime
1 month ago
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying Southern View robbery suspect

Your tip could lead to an arrest, and a reward for you.

Advocates rally for greater data center regulations at the Capitol in April 2026. Ultimately, lawmakers adjourned their spring session without taking action on the bill known as the POWER Act. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
Local
1 month ago
Lawmakers, stakeholders are ready for summer of data center negotiations

No plans are set, but everyone’s ready to sit down at the table.

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