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Mattress chain store operating in five states files for bankruptcy

American Mattress filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware, affecting only its 52 stores in Illinois and Indiana.

The Independent UK

House retirements so far are at a historical low - Roll Call

While senators are leaving Washington at a higher-than-normal pace, House open seats are lagging behind the historical average per cycle.

Roll Call

50 Best Places in America To Retire With $500K in Savings

Don't think you can't begin your retirement unless you have $1 million or more in savings. A new GOBankingRates study reveals there are 50 places across the United States where retirees can...

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Military honors bestowed on Illinois veteran identified nearly a decade after death

A veteran who died in Chicago without any recollection of their life has been memorialized in a funeral service with military honors

The Independent UK

Chicago’s Trump Tower to pay $5m for killing countless fish as it pulled water from river for years to cool its building

Trump Tower Chicago was ruled a public nuisance and an environmental hazard in the lawsuit, which has been ongoing for years

The Independent UK

7 States Where Property Taxes Are Quietly Draining Retirement Incomes

Retirement should be a time to relax, not worry about bills. But for many, property taxes are eating away at savings faster than expected. If you own a home, you know these taxes don’t go away when you stop working. In some states, they’re high enough to make a real…

Clever Dude

Invasive carp threaten the Great Lakes − and reveal a surprising twist in national politics

In his second term, President Donald Trump has not taken many actions that draw near-universal praise from across the political spectrum. But there is at least one of these political anomalies, and it illustrates the broad appeal of environmental protection and conservation projects – particularly when it concerns an ecosystem…

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10 States Where Seniors Are Quietly Being Forced Off the Road

You’d think there’d be a clear-cut age to hang up your keys, but across America, seniors are facing what some call being quietly forced off the road by default. It doesn’t happen overnight, but sudden renewal rules, surprise vision tests, or mandatory in-person exams can end independence without much notice.…

Clever Dude

No Pseudonymity for Illinois Ex-Med Student Suing Under Title IX to Challenge Dismissal for Sexual Misconduct

The Seventh Circuit is generally much more hesitant than courts in other circuits to allow pseudonymity in such cases.

Reason

Defamation, Emotional Distress, Racism/Sexism Allegations, and Discovery

"[Defendant ex-employer's] request for all of [plaintiff's] communications containing language that is sexist or racist is overbroad."

Reason

Illinois Court Dismisses Defamation Suit Based on Allegations that Plaintiff Teacher Was "Anti-White" etc.

The court does, however, leave open the possibility that the plaintiff can file an amended complaint that can go forward.

Reason

Toy company challenges Trump’s tariffs before the Supreme Court in long shot bid for quick decision

An Illinois toy company is challenging Donald Trump’s tariffs at the Supreme Court

The Independent UK

Second Amendment Roundup: U.S. Files Amicus Brief in Illinois Rifle Ban Challenge

Brief argues that no “militaristic” arm exception exists.

Reason

Teen gunman dead after taking family members hostage in Illinois

A teenage gunman is dead after authorities say he took members of his own family hostage in Illinois over the weekend

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Police accused of misusing license plate data in hunt for woman who had abortion

Chicago police reportedly shared the data with a Texas sheriff

Reason

Illinois' Sports Betting Tax Means All Bets Are Off

Does Gov. J.B. Pritzker think this helps his presidential profile?

The Independent UK

Democratic governors will defend immigration policies before Republican-led House panel

Republicans in Congress are calling several Democratic governors to Washington to question them over policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities

Homes & Gardens

It’s not too late to plant pumpkins in Illinois – garden experts reveal the June veg window for hardiness zones 5 and 6

If you live in Illinois or anywhere in USDA zones 5 and 6, June is a great time to add pumpkins to your kitchen garden

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The Independent UK

Measles outbreaks in Michigan and Pennsylvania end, while Texas logs just 4 new cases

The U.S. is up to 1,168 confirmed measles cases this year

The Guardian - US

How can US cities resist Trump’s mass deportation agenda? Look to Chicago

The sanctuary city has a long history of protecting immigrant communities

Barchart

Analysts Love DraftKings Stock, But This New Tax Bill Could Send DKNG Shares Plunging

DraftKings stock trades at a relatively low valuation in June 2025 and is well-positioned to deliver outsized gains to shareholders.

The Guardian - US

Hundreds arrested across 28 states in effort to curb organized retail theft

Illinois taskforce brought together more than 100 law enforcement agencies and over 30 retailers for crackdown

Latin Times

Hearing Of 'Chapitos' Cartel Leader Joaquin Guzman Lopez Again Postponed

An Illinois judge again postponed a hearing in the trial of "Chapitos" cartel leader Joaquin Guzman Lopez

TechRadar

Meta basically just bought a nuclear power plant

Meta signs 20-year deal to keep the lights on at Clinton Clean Energy Center in Illinois.

Bored Panda

695 Lives Lost: The Worst Tornado In Us History Marks 100 Years

Explore the 1925 Tri-State Tornado, the deadliest twister in US history, that killed 695 people. One hundred years ago, entire towns were decimated on March 18.

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