‘Project Freedom’ begins, two ships safely transit Strait of Hormuz
The United States launched “Project Freedom” Monday morning in an effort to safely escort commercial vessels through the Strait of…
Supreme Court declines hearing Chicago gun sales case
The U.S. Supreme Court declined hearing a case that alleged an Indiana gun shop fueled gun violence in Chicago. …
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Will County Board for April 16, 2026
Will County Board Meeting | April 16, 2026 The Will County Board met at an offsite hotel venue on Thursday,…
Illinois Quick Hits: Google settlement wins praise from Illinois AG
(The Center Square) – Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul says he is pleased that a federal court stated it will…
Illinois diversity commission says businesses aren’t cooperating
(The Center Square) -- Illinois has failed to broaden access to state contract money for businesses owned by racial minorities,…
U.S. House, Senate, governor on Ohio primary ballots Tuesday
Voters in Ohio will head to polls on Tuesday to select their respective party nominees after the state legislature conducted…
Will County Board Approves Tax Abatement Intent for “Project North Winds” Manufacturing Facility
Will County Board Meeting | April 16, 2026 Article Summary: The Will County Board signaled its intent to offer a…
Illinois lawmaker warns medical records bill could delay care
(The Center Square) – State lawmakers are clashing over an Illinois proposal that would restrict how certain sensitive medical information…
‘Farm Bill’ may ease cost burden for farmers; Ag groups urge US Senate action
(The Center Square) – Many farm-focused organizations say they support a GOP-led legislative package on agriculture that narrowly passed through…
Professor: Surging gas prices will have long-term effects
(The Center Square) – A University of Chicago professor says the effects of high gas prices will ripple through the…
Illinois Quick Hits: DHS says ICE captures child sex abuser released by Illinois DOC
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have arrested a…
Durbin calls probe ‘sham’; state lawmaker backs transparency
(The Center Square) – An Illinois state lawmaker is voicing strong support for a federal investigation into dozens of school…