Billions were pledged, but many Illinois university construction projects stalled
University construction projects promised under Rebuild Illinois face years of delays due to costs and staffing shortages.
Supreme Court declines to review Carbondale abortion clinic ‘bubble zone’ ordinance
The Supreme Court declined to review Carbondale’s now-repealed abortion clinic buffer zone law, impacting local protections.
Illinois banned life sentences for young offenders—but not for those already behind bars
Illinois banned life without parole for young offenders - but not for those already behind bars. A new bill could...
Carbondale faces legal battle over protest restrictions outside abortion clinics
Carbondale’s repealed buffer zone ordinance faces a Supreme Court challenge that could impact protest laws nationwide.
Du Quoin State Fair begins with twilight parade
Fair will run through Sept. 2
Illinois made a bold promise to end poverty. In Alexander County, it’s hard to tell.
In 2020, the state made a goal of cutting deep and persistent poverty in half by 2026 and ending it...
Total Solar Eclipse
April 8, 2024: A photo story
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