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Brickbat: Tough Guy

Justin Gaither, a former police officer in Venice, Illinois, was sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to… The post Brickbat: Tough Guy appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason · May 29, 2025

9 States Where Owning a Jeep Is Basically a Bad Life Choice

I’m definitely not a Jeep lover. It’s not a car I’d ever purchase for myself, but I do understand the appeal. For people who enjoy off-roading and the Jeep community, owning one can be exciting. However, there are some places where Jeep ownership just doesn’t make sense. If your dream…

Clever Dude · May 28, 2025

Moment truck explodes while driving through residential neighbourhood

A truck exploded while driving through a residential neighbourhood just outside Chicago, home security footage shows.

The Independent UK · May 26, 2025

Trump Nominee Refuses to Answer If Officials Can Defy Court Orders: 'You Don't Need a Law Degree to Answer the Question'

Joseph Edlow, the president's nomination to lead the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, refused to answer Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin's question during Wednesday's hearing.

Latin Times · May 22, 2025

Woman With Short Haircut Brutally Beaten Inside McDonald's After Using Women's Restroom

A 19-year-old's attempt to use the restroom at an Illinois McDonald's sent her to the emergency room after she was violently beaten and called homophobic slurs.

Latin Times · May 22, 2025

Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Illinois Tool Works Stock?

In the past year, Illinois Tool Works has fallen behind the broader market, causing analysts to remain wary about the stock’s outlook.

Barchart · May 22, 2025

Brickbat: They Won't Miss It

Authorities in Illinois have charged former Rock Island County Court Services administrative assistant Leisa Streeter with theft, theft of government… The post Brickbat: They Won't Miss It appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason · May 22, 2025

Jamil Taylor Forges a New Path In a Highly Restrictive Industry Utilizing His Financial Expertise

From venture capital firms to dispensary floors, Taylor's story is one of transformation and vision.

International Business Times · May 20, 2025

Shortage of overnight truck parking contributed to deadly Greyhound bus crash, regulators say

Federal regulators have ruled that a lack of overnight parking for long-haul truckers contributed to a deadly 2023 Greyhound bus crash in Illinois that killed three of the bus passengers

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

Illinois mulls ending a health program for some immigrants living in the US illegally

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has positioned Illinois as a sanctuary state where all immigrants can feel welcome

The Independent UK · May 19, 2025