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Politics
Illinois EPA roadmap outlines path to 72% emissions cut by 2050
Illinois' new climate roadmap details massive emission cuts, necessary policy shifts, and a projected $21 billion annual payoff.
Local News
Little Italy activist Florence Scala commemorated with new plaque
Chicago’s Near West Side celebrated the life of Florence Scala with a new plaque, highlighting her fight against…
Local News
Evanston’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance: Unforeseen Outcomes and Future Revisions
A townhome development in Evanston has uncovered an unintended loophole in the city's Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, leading to…
Local News
Chicago River Bridge Closures: State Street Bridge Shutdown Details
The State Street Bridge over the Chicago River will be closed for several hours on four consecutive days…
Sports
Wildkits Shut Out Trevians: Ava Bellis Leads Evanston to Victory
The Evanston Wildkits secured a dominant 25-0 victory over the New Trier Trevians, with standout performances from quarterback…
Local News
How an Illinois Quarry Transformed into a Premier Scuba Diving Destination
From its humble beginnings as an abandoned quarry, Mermet Springs has become a premier scuba diving destination, attracting…
Local News
Heat-Induced Malfunction Halts Chicago’s DuSable Bridge Traffic for Hours
Chicago's DuSable Bridge was stuck open for four hours due to extreme heat, causing major traffic disruptions and…
Local News
Downtown Summer Sounds Finale Features Suite Mollie Band
The Downtown Summer Sounds series concluded with a vibrant finale, featuring the energetic performance of Suite Mollie Band…
Crime
Judge Orders Suspension of Logging in Shawnee National Forest Due to Endangered Species Act Violation
A federal judge has ordered the suspension of a commercial logging project in Shawnee National Forest, citing violations…
Weather
Heat dome brings sweltering conditions to Chicago in early September 2026
Chicago is set to experience a late-summer heatwave as a heat dome moves into the region, bringing temperatures…