Rutgers’ underperforming offense struggles once again vs. Illinois: ‘We always leave something out there’

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Why this small business that sells cycling clothes for women decided to fight Trump’s tariffs — ‘our backs were up against the wall’

From the moment President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on nearly every country, Nik Holm feared the company he leads might not survive. Terry Precision Cycling has made it 40 years with a product line specifically for women, navigating a tough...

Letter: Alderman believes Aurora should shift to city manager form of government

I have worked in Aurora for 43 years and lived on the West Side for 37. During that time, I’ve witnessed many different administrations run our city. But I have never seen the level of partisanship we’re experiencing today. It’s troubling —...

‘How can we call ourselves civilized if citizens are hungry?’: Businesses step up as SNAP pauses

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Devastating for Trump: NEW POLL shows majority want Dem-controlled Congress in midterms 11:27 California prepares for Trump ‘election watchers’: ‘We will be...

Rep. Don Bacon discusses support for furloughed workers and comments on NYC politics

Rep. Don Bacon, a U.S. Congressman representing Nebraska’s 2nd district since 2017, posted a series of tweets on October 30 and 31, 2025, addressing local issues and national concerns.On October 30, Bacon wrote about his recent meeting with...

Census results shift political power in Congress, presidential elections

New data from the 2020 U.S. census released April 26, 2021, indicates that starting in 2023 — after the next congressional elections — seven states will have fewer seats in Congress than they do now, and six will have more. These calculations and...

Ja'Marr Chase has the Chicago Bears defense on high alert, and with good reason

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) catches a 15-yard touchdown pass as Detroit Lions cornerback Rock Ya-Sin (23) defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean) AP...

'We're not a violent city': Chicago locals take on ICE block-by-block

By Heather Schlitz CHICAGO (Reuters) -The immigration agents’ tear gas grenades clinked and then exploded against the concrete, shrouding the block in plumes of white gas. The dozen or so residents at the scene only screamed louder. “We don’t want...

Illinois Agencies Continue Partnership to Strengthen Firefighter Safety Training

Illinois Agencies Continue Partnership to Strengthen Firefighter Safety Training The Illinois Department of Labor’s IL OSHA and the Illinois Fire Service Institute are expanding their partnership to provide on-demand, experience-based firefighter...

Today in History: Chicago Cubs win the World Series

Today is Sunday, Nov. 2, the 306th day of 2025. There are 59 days left in the year. Daylight saving time ends today. Today in history: On Nov. 2, 2016, ending a championship drought that had lasted since 1908, the Chicago Cubs won the World...

Birmingham food trucks offer free meals to government workers, SNAP recipients

Several local food and drink vendors across Birmingham are hosting a free food giveaway to help local government workers and SNAP recipients impacted by the ongoing government shutdown. The Magic City Food Trucks Giveaway will feature Ry Ry’s...

Greg Schiano: Rutgers was ‘outcoached,’ ‘outplayed’ in blowout loss to Illinois

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois dominated Rutgers in every aspect on Saturday. The Scarlet Knights were “outcoached” and “outplayed” throughout the 35-13 loss they suffered against the Illini, head coach Greg Schiano said after a game at Memorial...

Illinois softball's Adisyn Caryl updates fans on fall training and upcoming events

Adisyn Caryl, Infielder | University of Illinois Fighting Illini Women's SoftballAdisyn Caryl, Infielder | University of Illinois Fighting Illini Women's Softball Adisyn Caryl, a junior infielder for the University of Illinois Fighting Illini...

Illinois State cross-country women take third, men finish fourth at MVC Championships

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Illinois State women’s cross-country finished third and men’s placed fourth cross country Friday morning at the Missouri Valley Conference Championships. The women’s team earned four placements in the top 25 and four placements...

Hammond-Henry Hospital CEO says equitable healthcare is both moral duty and business strategy

Hospital and health system leaders are increasingly focusing on health equity as both a moral obligation and a strategic necessity. They cite changing expectations from payers, regulators, and communities as reasons for this renewed focus. R. Guy...

Statement from Governor Pritzker on the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 25: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker holds a news conference with other Illinois politicians and community leaders to address President Donald Trump's plan to send National Guard troops into Chicago on August 25, 2025 in...

Chicago Bears Trade Rumor Tracker 2025: Could they be buyers or sellers?

Does the Chicago Bears’ sitting at (4-3) make them more or less likely to swing a trade before the deadline hits on Tuesday, November 4, at 3:00 p.m. CT? Could the result of this Sunday’s game aganst the Cincinnati Bengals factor into any possible...

HB 3799 VOTED DOWN, ILLINOIS INSURANCE CONSUMERS AND BUSINESSES SPARED HIGHER INSURANCE COSTS

The following information was released by the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC): The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC), the Illinois Insurance Association (IIA), and the American Property Casualty...

Illinois Passes Law Preventing ICE Arrests in Courthouses

Joining at least two other Democrat-run states, Illinois lawmakers passed a bill on Friday prohibiting federal immigration agents from arresting illegal aliens near and around state courthouses. The Illinois bill, sent to anti-Trump Gov. JB...

Chicago police investigating after Border Patrol agent 'repeatedly punches man's head on the ground'

22:36 ET, 01 Nov 2025Updated 22:41 ET, 01 Nov 2025 (Image: X) Police in a Chicago suburb are gathering videos and other evidence to forward to the Illinois attorney general's office following a car crash involving a U.S. Border Patrol vehicle that...