Democrats lead in key Michigan races as Election Day nears
Democrats are ahead in key races across Michigan, including the U.S. Senate race between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike…
Late speaker Hastert came from Illinois ‘culture of corruption’
(The Center Square) – Former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert died on Saturday at the age of 84, following an…
Former House GOP leader endorses Pritzker, Bailey critical of retired top-dog
(The Center Square) – One month from election day, Gov. J.B. Pritzker received an endorsement from a former top Springfield…
Supreme Court appears skeptical of energy companies in climate case
The U.S. Supreme Court appeared skeptical during oral arguments on Monday over whether energy companies could stop a lawsuit seeking…
As bombers leave UK, Hegseth eyes shifting more troops from Europe
U.S. bombers being moved back to the U.S. from the UK are the latest in American military assets being shifted…
Troops repositioned to Rio Grande Valley after gunfire at Coast Guard
Hundreds of U.S. troops are being repositioned to the Rio Grande Valley after Coast Guard crew in Starr County encountered…
Convicted former U.S. House Speaker Hastert dies
(The Center Square) – Former U.S. House Speaker and convicted Illinois Republican Dennis Hastert has died at the age of…
Illinois quick hits: Woman had active warrant when 7-year-old killed
$46 million Chicago project brings 51 affordable homes …
Beecher Fire Chief Joe Falaschetti Named Illinois Fire Chief of the Year
Article Summary: The Beecher Fire Protection District says Fire Chief Joe Falaschetti has been named the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association’s…
Frankfort Police Investigate Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash on Lincoln Hwy
Article Summary: A 20-year-old Joliet resident died and a 54-year-old Lockport resident was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision in…
New Lenox Police Arrest Man on Domestic Battery, Child Endangerment Charges
Article Summary: New Lenox police say they arrested a 49-year-old village man on Oct. 5 on charges of domestic battery,…
Land Use: Beecher-Area Solar Permit Extension Advances After $1 Million Spent
Will County Land Use & Development Committee | October 1, 2026 Article Summary: The Will County Board Land Use &…