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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 months 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.

A mural on the Sonya Massey Memorial Bridge
Local
2 months ago
From Massey Commission to Massey Community Action Network, how community and family want to keep Sonya’s name alive

It’s being described as an extension of the Massey Commission’s work.

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2 months ago
Hottest Julys in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Julys in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

Illinois schools will look to new guidelines in the battle against AI cyberbullying and rapidly evolving technology. (Credit: Pix4free.org)
IL State News
2 months 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 months 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 months 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 months 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 months ago
Chris Gotterup wins John Deere Classic with a 62 and late help from Ben Kohles

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

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