Northwestern University accused of stonewalling anti-Israel unrest investigation by House panel

Rep. Virginia Foxx of North Carolina sent a letter to Northwestern University leaders, slamming what she called a failure to respond to lawmakers' questions on antisemitism.

Yes, It's Real: Zombie Cicadas Plaguing the Midwest

Illinois high school apologizes after printing quote from student 'happy' about Oct. 7 in yearbook

Glenbrook South High School announced it launched a probe into the "deeply offensive" quote that was printed in its yearbook of a student being "happy" about the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

Illinois Senator: 'We Raised Your Taxes $1 Billion Just to Spend on Migrants'

Illinois has passed its largest tax hikes in state history with nearly one billion in new taxes in a $53 billion budget. But the state has also dispersed nearly as much as the tax hike on migrant spending alone.

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Illinois city slapped with lawsuit over 'unconstitutional' reparations plan: 'Using race as a proxy'

Evanston, Illinois citizens are suing the city that was the first in the U.S. to fund reparations to Black residents saying it is "presumptively unconstitutional."

Chicago Police: Venezuelan Immigrant Arrested 10 Times in 10 Months Now Lives in Jail

An immigrant in Chicago, Illinois, has been causing a lot of trouble for police officers and businesses in the area.

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5-year-old Chicago girl among 9 fatally shot over Memorial Day weekend, grandmother issues plea

A 5-year-old girl sitting in a car was among nine people fatally shot in a bloody Memorial Day weekend of gun violence in Chicago, Illinois.

Chicago man convicted of murder based on blind witness' testimony files lawsuit against city, police

A man convicted of murder in Chicago based in part on testimony from a legally blind eyewitness has filed a lawsuit against the city and the police department.

Illinois Democrats Dumping the Term 'Offender' for 'Justice-Impacted Individual' in State Law

Illinois Democrats are pushing a bill that will change how criminals are described in state laws and codes with a proposal that would end the use of the word "offender" and replace it with the term "justice-impacted individual."

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Extremely rare "blue-eyed" cicada spotted in Chicago suburb

Two families in the Illinois suburbs found a "one in a million" blue-eyed cicada while exploring in their backyard, snapping picture of the rare insect.

Yay! Time for Another Brandon Johnson Hissy Fit - ShotSpotter Edition

VIDEO: Illinois Democrats Want to Change Term 'Offender' to 'Justice-Impacted Individual'

Democrat state lawmakers in Illinois are hoping to change a 2009 bill to reclassify the term used for criminals.

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Loony Language Lawfare: Illinois Dems Want to Change 'Offenders' to 'Justice-Impacted Individuals'

Chicago Judge Releases Venezuelan Immigrant Allegedly Armed with Gun and 43 Rounds of Ammo

Chicago Police reported the arrest of an immigrant from Venezuela who was allegedly armed with a handgun and 43 rounds of ammunition.

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Billions of noisy cicadas emerge from slumber across the US

Billions of the buzzing cicadas are expected thanks to a 'double brood,' not seen in centuries, where the 13-year cicadas and the 17-year cicadas emerge at the same time.

6 men charged with staging string of Chicago-area robberies to get immigration visas

The U.S. Attorney's Office charged six men with conspiracy to commit visa fraud after staging a series of fake robberies across Chicago and its suburbs.

Illinois politicians aim to change word 'offender' to 'justice-impacted individual'

Illinois Democratic state lawmakers was to replace the word "offender" to "justice-impacted individual" in a new bill that passed the Senate on Tuesday.

Elite university journalism professor exposed for monthslong campaign justifying Hamas

A Northwestern journalism professor is coming under fire from members of Congress for "hateful antisemitic canards" ahead of a congressional hearing on campus antisemitism.

Report: Illinois School Employs 'Bias Response System' to Allow Staff Members to Snitch on Each Other

Man accused of opening fire outside Chicago's Wrigley Field to be held without bail

37-year-old Raphael Hammond has been ordered to remain in custody without bail, on a charge of being a felon in possession of a handgun in a shooting outside Wrigley Field.

Police: Illinois Teen Killed by Drunk Driver Weeks Before Graduation

An Illinois teen was killed just weeks before his high school graduation at the hands of an alleged drunk driver who was speeding at over 120 mph, police said.

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Chicago Woman Left Waiting Hours for Police, After Calling 911 for Attempted Burglary

Illinois Bill Would Punish Teachers for Sexual Relations With 18-Year-Old Students

Illinois Cops Raise More than $1 Million for Special Olympics by Standing on Dunkin' Donuts Rooftops

Illinois law enforcement officers standing on the rooftops of Dunkin' Donuts raised more than $1 million for the Special Olympics on Friday.

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High school senior nearing graduation killed in crash after college student allegedly drove drunk at 131 mph

A 21-year-old college student is accused of driving under the influence while causing a crash that killed a high school senior days away from graduating.

VIDEO: Severed Arm Found in Illinois May Belong to Woman Who Was Murdered, Dismembered After First Date

Family members of a Wisconsin woman who was killed and dismembered in April believe a severed arm found in Illinois belongs to her.

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Chicago Mayor touts his achievements leading 'greatest freaking city in the world’

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson touted his accomplishments in a full year after his initial inauguration in 2023, from the migrant crisis to Black representation in government.

Chicago police clear out anti-Israel encampment at DePaul University

Chicago police began clearing an anti-Israel encampment at DePaul University and the school warned that anyone who breaches the fence will be arrested.

Remembering police officers who lost their lives on duty last year

A recent report shows a 60% increase in police officers killed in the line of duty since 2018. These are eight stories of those who lost their lives while on duty last year.

Chicago teen becomes youngest person to earn doctoral degree from Arizona State

Dorothy Jean Tillman II became the youngest person to earn a doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health from Arizona State University at age 17, officials say.

Northwestern University president 'grew a spine' after hit with House committee investigation: watchdog group

The president of Northwestern University threatened anti-Israel agitators with "disciplinary action" after students vandalized an Israeli and American flag display.

Illinois Bishop: Biden Makes ‘Mockery’ of Catholic Faith by Touting Abortion

Bishop Thomas Paprocki said that Joe Biden makes a “mockery of our Catholic faith” by using sacred symbols while promoting abortion.

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Dolton board makes new move against scandal-ridden 'supermayor' Tiffany Henyard

Dolton board members have appointed a mayor pro tempore to serve in place of controversial Mayor Tiffany Henyard should she not to execute her duties

'Angry Mom' Gets Down to Business Against Pro-Hamas Encampment After Northwestern Coddles Agitators

Illinois pastor and author urges others amid today's evil, 'Make America love again'

Pastor James Ward of Insight Church in Illinois reflects on three verses from the First Letter of John and reveals how he believes love is the best way to defeat evil today.

Illinois star, NBA prospect Terrence Shannon Jr. ordered to face trial on rape charge

Former Illinois basketball star Terrence Shannon Jr. was ordered to stand trial for a rape charge stemming from an alleged incident in Kansas in September.

Northwestern University deal with anti-Israel protesters tantamount to 'paying off hostage takers'

Congressional lawmakers are demanding answers from Northwestern University over a dead reached with anti-Israel protesters in an effort to end disruptive behavior.

Large barge crashes into historic Fort Madision Bridge in Iowa, later sinks

A near 100-year-old bridge in Iowa was struck by a loose barge on Thursday prompting its temporary closure before later reopening without any significant damage or injuries.

House Education Committee chair demands answers after Northwestern University caves to anti-Israel agitators

House Education and Workforce Committee chairwoman Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., sent a letter to Northwestern University leaders demanding answers on the school's response to antisemitism.