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In Illinois, big Democratic names jockey for a rare Senate vacancy

After Illinois Sen. Richard J. Durbin announced his retirement plans last year, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi dug into his substantial war chest, becoming the first candidate in the race to air television ads, building an early lead for a Senate seat that hadn’t been open in nearly 30 years. But with…

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Why the Illinois-Indiana Border Just Became a Financial Battleground for Local Families

A single line on a map now carries enormous financial weight. On one side of the Illinois–Indiana border, property taxes can hit homeowners like a second mortgage. On the other side, many families discover dramatically lower bills for homes that often cost about the same. That difference has turned the…

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Illinois Property Tax Freeze Program: Who Qualifies and Why Some Seniors Get Denied

Illinois has some of the highest property taxes in the country. Unfortunately, it impacts many older American citizens. But many of them don’t realize they...

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Feeling Frustrated With Your Medicare Advantage Plan? You’re Not Alone — Member Trust Is Falling

Medicare Advantage plans scored lower in overall satisfaction among members in 2025. Eroding trust and policy confusion drove the drop in customer satisfaction.

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ChatGPT Posed as a Lawyer, Convinced an Illinois Woman to Fire Hers — Suit Claims

An Illinois disability dispute takes a new turn as a lawsuit claims ChatGPT acted as a lawyer, leading to fresh litigation and significant legal costs.

International Business Times UK

How a clump of moss helped convict grave robbers in Illinois

Four cemetery workers dug up and moved more than 100 bodies to resell the burial plots nearly 20 years ago

The Guardian - UK

Decades of Injustice Exposed: Illinois Commission Details Harms Against Black Residents

The Illinois reparations commission releases a comprehensive report detailing systemic racial injustices against Black residents, sparking nationwide discussions.

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How Is Illinois Tool Works' Stock Performance Compared to Other Industrial Stocks?

Illinois Tool Works has underperformed the Industrial industry over the past year, and analysts are cautious about the stock’s prospects.

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These four races will determine if there is actually a Democratic Tea Party

ANALYSIS: From North Carolina to Texas to Illinois to New York, establishment favorites all face challenges from progressive insurgents, Eric Garcia writes

The Independent UK

The Indiana Bears? Why an interstate move for a cherished NFL team may work out

An exit from Soldier Field could lead the Bears across state lines. But it could help revive a once thriving area and the team would still be in most fans’ orbit

The Guardian - US

Keaton Wagler’s Meteoric Rise at Illinois Isn’t a Fluke

The freshman guard went from under-the-radar prospect to a potential top-five NBA draft pick. But his story is one about the imperfect art of recruiting.

Sports Illustrated

Illinois’ New Biometric Law: What Workers and Phone Users Need to Know in 2026

Illinois remains the gold standard for biometric privacy in the United States. While other states have passed similar laws, the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) continues to offer protections that simply do not exist elsewhere. This law affects how you unlock your phone, how you clock in at work, and…

Budget and the Bees

Bears take ‘meaningful step’ towards leaving Chicago after key bill unanimously passes

The Bears are seeking a new stadium having played at Soldier Field since 1971

The Independent UK

Chicago Bears’ move to Indiana one step closer to reality after stadium vote

The NFL franchise called the passage of the bill ‘the most meaningful step forward in our stadium planning efforts to date’

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The Bears’ Move to Indiana Now Looks Increasingly Likely

Amid a flurry of public statements and legislative activity, sources close to the situation say the franchise’s move to a neighboring state is truly likely.

The Guardian - US

Illinois governor proposes cancelling tax breaks for datacenters

Pritzker’s move reflects increasing public pushback against resource-hungry facilities used to power the AI boom

The Independent UK

This state might start charging a social media fee — here’s what it means

The strategy could generate as much as $200 million in added tax revenue for Illinois, according the state government

The Guardian - US

US judge says lawsuit over Buffalo Wild Wings ‘boneless wings’ lacks meat

The restaurant can keep menu term despite claim product is ‘essentially chicken nuggets’, Illinois ruling says

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Microsoft Teams hit with a class action lawsuit for allegedly collecting voice data — violating Illinois biometric privacy laws

Illinois users claim Microsoft Teams illegally captured biometric voice data through its transcription tool, sparking a major privacy lawsuit under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA).

The Independent UK

Billionaire Thomas Pritzker steps down as Hyatt executive chairman over Epstein ties

Thomas Pritzker, cousin to Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, had communicated with Jeffrey Epstein long after he pleaded guilty to sex crimes

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50 Best Small Towns To Retire in 2026

There's something about the Keystone State.

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16 Best Illinois Cities To Retire With $500K in Savings

The Prairie State is a great location to consider when choosing a place to settle down for your golden years. Here's a look at some top cities to think about.

Kiplinger

The Illinois 'Cliff Tax': A Single Dollar Could Cost Families Hundreds of Thousands

Illinois' estate tax "threshold" (rather than "exemption") can surprise families, but proactive planning can help preserve more for heirs and charitable causes.

Kiplinger

In Arkansas and Illinois, Groceries Just Got Cheaper, But Not By Much

Arkansas and Illinois are the most recent states to repeal sales tax on groceries. Will it really help shoppers with their food bills?

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‘It was candy’: Illinois toddler’s mysterious diarrhea linked to overwhelmed daycare worker

Some people just aren't cut out for childcare.

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