The control tower at Nashville International Airport stands Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)
IL State News
5 days ago
Democratic senator accuses Trump of playing politics with aviation safety during shutdown

“It fails to strengthen confidence in good government, and the American people are understandably suspicious of a DOT and FAA that does not show its work,” Duckworth said during the Commerce Committee’s aviation subcommittee hearing.

Jose Aguilar, who recorded cell phone video of federal agents chasing and tackling a Black teen in the East Side neighborhood in October, stands outside his family's business Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
IL State News
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These are the sights and sounds of Trump’s immigration crackdown in Chicago

A culture of fear has taken hold, with some people too scared to leave home, especially in the city’s predominantly Latino communities.

FILE - Employees piece together components on an assembly line at GE Appliances global headquarters, Aug 13, 2025, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Jon Cherry, file)
Business
5 days ago
GE Appliances bolsters ties with US suppliers as it moves production from China to Kentucky

The new contracts were awarded to businesses in Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Minnesota, Alabama and California, GE Appliances said.

Local
5 days ago
IL Product Holiday Market returns the first weekend of December

A local holiday favorite returns with live music, free activities, and great products.

IL State News
6 days ago
Petition-passing Pat Quinn is back

He proposes an extra three percent income tax after your first $1 million.

Education
6 days ago
LLCC named one of the top 200 U.S. community colleges

Lincoln Land Community College nominated for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

Health & Wellness
6 days ago
Donor support makes early breast cancer detection possible

Early detection is pivotal in saving lives, and thanks to donors, Lincoln Memorial Hospital was able to do so.

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Local
6 days ago
CWLP offers bill assistance through ‘Project RELIEF’ program

Project RELIEF is here to assist those who struggle paying their utility bill. Learn how you can qualify for bill assistance

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Education
6 days ago
University enrollment in Illinois grows to 10-year high despite some declines

Campuses see more new undergraduates, fewer international grad students.

Illinois’ U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth speaks at an event in Springfield on Aug. 13, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
IL State News
6 days ago
Duckworth staffer dismissed in the wake of immigration accusations

Senator’s letter to ICE director states the employee acted without authority.