Data centers emerging as key issue in Illinois governor’s race
Data centers have existed for decades, but the fast-growing scale of projects has upended the conversation.
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How do data centers benefit the places where they’re built? Local mayors give mixed reviews
From taxes to community investment, data centers have some upsides – though opponents warn of massive water and energy use
Senate leaders split on community college bachelor’s degree proposal
Two Democratic leaders disagreed on the governor’s community college four-year degree plan this week.
‘Never asked to be a part of this somber club’: Illinois honors fallen police officers
The families of nine fallen police officers were honored during a ceremony in Springfield on Thursday.
‘Chilling silence’: Waves of Illinois’ international university students lose their visas
The federal government has revoked the visas of some international students studying at universities across Illinois, but the number of ...
Lawmakers seek ways to prevent data centers from straining Illinois’ power grids
Illinois lawmakers push for data center regulations to curb strain on power grids, protect the environment, and prevent energy rate ...
Semi driver involved in fatal crash of deputy had previous unreported DUI conviction, prompting call for federal audit
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias demands a federal audit of Kane County over masked convictions that allowed a truck ...
Prairie Band Potawatomi land deal clears Senate, will head back to House
The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation is a step closer to acquiring a 1,500-acre state park in DeKalb County, much of ...
Potawatomi land transfer advances in Illinois House
Concerns remain over group’s plans for the area
Prairie Band Potawatomi becomes 1st federally recognized tribe in Illinois
Feds put 130 acres into land trust after Kansas-based tribe repurchased it
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