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Deb Robertson, a leading advocate for a medical aid-in-dying law named after her in Illinois, pauses during an interview in her home in Lombard, Ill., on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Luis Andres Henao)
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She lived to see ‘Deb’s law’ take effect. Now she can choose how she dies

She shared her story publicly and traveled from her home near Chicago to Springfield, the state capital, to convince lawmakers it was vital to legalize medically assisted death.

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Business
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McDonald’s plans $8.5 billion modernization by 2036

The Chicago burger chain also said it plans to introduce grilled chicken sandwiches and wraps and experiment with products like egg bites and bowls to meet the needs of customers who are seeking healthier options.

Many people look in injectable GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic to lose weight.
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State employee, Pritzker share similar weight loss journey with GLP-1s

Barb Shelton met Pritzker during Illinois State Fair.

Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at an event at the Illinois Governor’s Mansion in Springfield on Aug. 11, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
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Pritzker establishes AI cabinet amid calls for greater regulation

Advisory group will explore new policies, ways to protect residents from harm.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Sports
1 month ago
Bears QB Caleb Williams is ‘week to week’ with hamstring injury, coach Ben Johnson says

Johnson said he doesn’t think Williams will practice this week, but he isn’t ruling him out for Chicago’s matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles next Monday night.

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Sports
1 month ago
Presidents Cup has more matches and the result has been a lopsided series for the Americans

“If the Ryder Cup was the same format as the Presidents Cup, the Europeans wouldn’t historically be as successful as they have been,” Rory McIlroy said.

Three people were killed Thursday at the house, seen left, in the 3000 block of Hoover Ave.
Local
1 month ago
UPDATE: 24 gang members arrested for various Springfield violent crimes, including death of 9-year-old

Guns, drugs, and other “criminal enterprises” also part of the arrests, says Milhiser.

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Local
1 month ago
Gas and diesel prices continue upward climb across central Illinois

The national average for diesel was $6.51.

Close up of car infotainment screen with Bluetooth option. Toronto, Canada - February 19, 2026.
Local
1 month ago
Bill to keep AM radio in cars passes U.S. House, goes to Senate

Car manufacturers say “no” to AM Radio, while radio says “yes.”

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