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New Pilot to Test for COVID-19 in Schools The State of Illinois announced today, Sept. 29, that it is launching a pilot program to analyze school wastewater for COVID-19. The project, which will also test for influenza A and B,…

This October, the greatest bounty in the galaxy will be books as we enjoy Star Wars Reads, a month-long celebration of all Star Wars literature. With themed storytimes, galactic crafts and more, there are programs, activities and books for…

Conservative radio host Dan Proft and his company Local Government Information Services are sending their “North Cook News” publication to households across Evanston. Credit: Duncan Agnew Earlier this month, retired middle school…

CHICAGO - A Chicago cop is facing dismissal for having sex with a woman just hours after he responded to a burglary at her home in the spring of 2016. The woman came years later as she struggled with mental health issues and thoughts of…

As the administration of Mayor Eric Adams resists a growing chorus of calls for a federal judge to…

Republican governor candidate Darren Bailey likened Chicago to an “unruly child” Thursday and said he considers the city he has frequently referred to as a “hellhole” is part of his family in the way “I consider all of Illinois my…

After a decade of planning and months of debate, shovels are finally on the ground to begin work on the Islamic Center of Naperville's five-phase, 40-year construction project on the south side of the city. ICN…

Amy Kaufman, standing at left, of Community Partners for Affordable Housing breaks down how affordable rental programs work at a Sept. 20 information session at the Robert Crown Community Center branch library. Credit: Bob…

Voters eager to get their ballots in early headed to their local county clerk's offices Thursday to cast their votes. Illinois voters will elect a governor and other statewide officeholders as well as state and…

"Chicago Med" star Marlyne Barrett is opening up about her cancer diagnosis.The actress, 44, took to Instagram Wednesday to thank her fans and colleagues for their "support" and "encouragement" amid her ovarian cancer battle."I can't do…