Illinois
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Choate's layoffs and service cuts leave community facing uncertain future
By March 2027, the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center will have phased out its 75 civil mental health beds and laid off approximately 250 employees.
Local Food Scene Flourishes with New 2026 Pop-Ups and Eateries
Illinois just announced nearly $4 million in grants to bolster local food infrastructure, signaling a significant wave of investment.
Top Small Towns for Family Day Trips
In Chester, Illinois, visitors can walk a trail dedicated to Popeye and his friends, a quirky tribute in a town that proudly calls itself 'The Home of Popeye,' according to St.
Rushville dental care access restored with new robotic surgery facility
After a decade without local dental care, residents of Rushville, Illinois, can now access a new facility equipped with an FDA-cleared robotic surgical system, thanks to an anonymous donor.
Illinois clinics saw 32,000 out-of-state patients in 2025
In 2025, Illinois provided 32,000 abortions to out-of-state residents, a figure that highlights the state's growing role in the national abortion landscape.
Chicago braces for severe weather after strong tornadoes hit Illinois
Over 150,000 customers across northern and central Illinois and northwest Indiana lost power on June 11, 2026, after severe storms swept through the region.
Illinois Awards $25M in Pharmacy Grants to 434 Businesses
Across Illinois, 434 independent pharmacies, spanning nearly every county, just received an identical $56,892 grant from the state.
Confirmed Tornadoes Hit Chicago Area Amid Powerful Storms
At 5:50 p.m. on Thursday, a tornado with 170 mph winds ripped through Streator, Illinois. This was just the beginning. The evening saw at least 10 confirmed tornadoes across Illinois, Indiana, and Wis
Chicago weather forecast: Rain and heat expected through Thursday
Chicago is bracing for a week where daily rain chances will collide with temperatures soaring into the low 90s by Wednesday, creating a persistent, muggy challenge.
Illinois lawmakers pass cell phone ban for classrooms, effective 2027
Illinois lawmakers have passed a bill to ban cell phones in public K-12 classrooms, though it won't take full effect until 2027.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill to protect homeowners' equity
Cook County was recently found liable in a class-action lawsuit, ordered to pay damages to 2,500 property owners.
Illinois Cities Ranked Best to Live In by US News 2026
Despite its global renown, Chicago shockingly ranked 21st among Illinois' best places to live, far behind suburbs like Arlington Heights and Naperville in U.
Cities Are Investing Billions in Sustainable Transit for 2026. Is It Enough?
Illinois lawmakers recently approved a $1.
What Are Local Government Grants for Small Businesses?
Illinois alone committed $3 billion in capital grants for businesses as part of a 2020 infrastructure initiative, a sum that could transform countless local enterprises.
Chicago Suburb Clarendon Hills Named Best Place to Raise a Family
Clarendon Hills, a Chicago suburb, has been recognized as the best place to raise a family in the U.S. by Niche.com. This national ranking highlights the Chicago area as a prime location for family-friendly living, with several local communities making the top ten.
Illinois State Police Complete Statewide 911 Service Upgrades
Illinois has completed a statewide overhaul of its 911 system, promising faster and more accurate emergency response through new technology that pinpoints a caller's exact location.