Big House Ballgame at Old Joliet Prison kicks off Route 66 festivities
Route 66 turns 100 this year, and there are celebrations planned all along its 300-mile Illinois route.
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‘More than just a road’: Illinois communities celebrate Route 66’s centennial
A drive down Illinois’ stretch of Route 66 highlights the people, landmarks and small businesses keeping the legacy of the...
Senate advances bill to expel students who commit sexual violence at school
The bill received strong bipartisan support in the Senate.
Illinois lawmakers question progress under Evidence-Based Funding for public education
Evaluating Illinois’ Evidence-Based Funding model at the 10-year mark.
Striking ISU staff return to work after ratifying new 5-year contract
The union representing the more than 300 workers said over 95% of them approved the new contract.
Trump DOJ investigating ‘gender ideology’ in 3 dozen Illinois school districts
The U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday announced an investigation into 36 public school districts in Illinois "to determine whether...
Illinois retailers celebrate early successes of state-funded apprenticeship program
Eleven apprenticeships are underway in IRMA’s apprenticeship program, and organizers are celebrating early results.
Culture and policy combine at Native American Summit
The theme for the gathering was community, awareness and connection.
Striking Illinois State University staff frustrated over lack of negotiations
The staff union is seeking higher pay from university officials in stagnant negotiations
Report: Illinois stalls in efforts to expand preschool compared to other states
Despite governor-led efforts to expand preschool programs, a nationwide report says Illinois’ progress has stalled.
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