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Gov. JB Pritzker signs the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act into law in Chicago on July 6, 2026, surrounded by lawmakers and advocates. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
Local
2 weeks ago
Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill that aims to mitigate risks

The law builds on legislation passed in California and New York to create a state-driven national standard.

Milo (left) and Zara -- Meow Mobile Cats of the Week
Pet of the Week
2 weeks ago
Meet Milo and Zara — Meow Mobile Cats of the Week

Bonded siblings are ready to go to your home together!

Illinois schools will look to new guidelines in the battle against AI cyberbullying and rapidly evolving technology. (Credit: Pix4free.org)
IL State News
2 weeks ago
Illinois schools grapple with AI cyberbullying, deepfakes as new law takes effect

Educators are working to understand how best to respond to rapidly evolving technology.

Sean Grayson's new Sangamon County Jail mugshot
Local
2 weeks ago
Former Sangamon County deputy Sean Grayson seeks medical release

Grayson has served less than six months of a 20-year sentence for the murder of Sonya Massey.

Wrigley Field in Chicago
Sports
2 weeks ago
Cubs sign RHP Jake Woodford, designate RHP Bryse Wilson for assignment

In a corresponding move, the Cubs designated right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignment.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga stands amidst smoke after fireworks before a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Sports
2 weeks ago
Cubs fans sing `Take Me Home, Country Roads’ during fog delay at Wrigley Field

The rare Saturday night game at Wrigley started an hour late due to rain, then fog billowed in from the north starting in the second inning and got denser.

Chris Gotterup chips to the green on the 11th hole during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., Thursday, June 18, 2026.(AP Photo/George Walker IV)
Sports
2 weeks ago
Chris Gotterup wins John Deere Classic with a 62 and late help from Ben Kohles

“I really like this tournament. They’ve been super nice to me,” Gotterup said. “To have Patrick out here with me … it’s just so awesome.”

FILE - Newly acquired Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami, right, poses with Chicago White Sox executive vice president/ general manager Chris Getz, left, at Rate Field during a press conference Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty, File)
Sports
2 weeks ago
White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami sent on rehab stint, could rejoin Chicago before All-Star break

Murakami has been sidelined since s uffering a Grade 2 strain on May 29, when he got hurt trying to beat out a double play grounder against Detroit.

Chicago Cubs Baseball
Sports
2 weeks ago
The Cubs are still having their ups and downs, but they can really score runs when they get rolling

The Cubs lead the majors with 10 walk-off victories this season, and the crosstown White Sox are second with seven.

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