There is a threat of tornadoes at night, so residents in at-risk areas are advised to set their phones to receive loud ...

Numerous bills have been introduced in the Illinois legislature that would dissolve townships with varying populations, including 50,000, 5,000 and 500 people.

Governor JB Pritzker joined hundreds of representatives from the Illinois Education Association (IEA) including leadership, ...

As my interest in trees continues to increase, my hunt intensified for finding an arboretum within an afternoon drive of my ...

A warning is issued by local forecast offices when weather radar indicates a tornado is coming or has already been seen. This typically encompasses a smaller area such as a city or county. People in ...

The big picture: Chicago has a long-standing problem with abandoned buildings. These eyesores can be found citywide, in areas ...

How distressed real estate plays by suburban firms Goldmine Investments and QCD Financial led to legal peril with $9M in ...

Discover East Alton's history, from its origins as Emerald to its incorporation in 1893, with D.G. Tomlinson as the first ...

Alderpeople rejected Ald. Ray Lopez's proposal to ban the sale of new fur products by a 19-26 vote. Local fur shop owners ...

A 100-mile police chase in Sangamon County reached speeds over 100 mph, ending in tragedy. The pursuit raises major concerns about law enforcement policies and public safety.

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