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Today's Equal Pay Day. Women and men still disagree about who has more economic opportunities

Jessica Thompson, 47, said she earned $65,000 a year as a senior sales manager in Rockford, Illinois, while a male colleague with similar credentials had earned $87,000.

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Indiana mom’s desperate dash for freedom crumbles as police recover 1 piece of evidence seals her fate

Jenna Strouble, a 30-year-old woman from St. John, Indiana, was arrested on Tuesday, March 24, on nine counts of first-degree murder in Illinois. This significant development comes after a chilling triple homicide in Unincorporated Crete, Illinois, that occurred just the day before. Authorities allege Strouble is responsible for the deaths…

The Mary Sue

March madness, gladness or sadness? Breaking down the month’s congressional primaries

Jason Dick and Nathan L. Gonzales talk about what we learned from March’s congressional primaries in Texas, North Carolina and Illinois, as well as special elections and what to expect as the primary season takes a little break before revving back up in May. Show Notes:

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Can You Seek Compensation If You Were Partially at Fault in a Chicago Crash in 2026?

A car crash happens in a flash. In the chaotic aftermath, amidst the screech of tires and the shock, it’s not always clear who was 100% to blame

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Woman shot dead father of her children before killing his parents inside their Illinois home, cops say

Police say Jenna Strouble crossed state lines from Indiana to Illinois to carry out the killings

The Independent UK

Ranking All Eight Men’s March Madness Sweet 16 Games

From sleeper showdowns to Final Four previews, here’s how every Sweet 16 game stacks up.

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Steve Carell explains 'lame' way he asked his wife for a date

Rooster star Steve Carell has revealed the "lame" and "super uncool" way he asked out his wife Nancy Walls after they met when she was his student in his improvisation class when he was teaching in Chicago, Illinois.

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Illinois Alert: New Workforce Training Grants Open Today — Here’s Who Qualifies

If you’ve been thinking about switching careers, upgrading your skills, or finally getting into a higher-paying field, today’s news out of Illinois could be a...

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Illinois LIHEAP Deadline: Why March 31 Is the Last Chance for Regular Households to Get Heating Assistance

If you’re struggling with rising heating bills, timing matters more than you might think. Every year, thousands of Illinois residents miss out on energy assistance...

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Illinois Democratic Governor Proposes 'Project 2029' to Target Trump Officials With Prosecutions for Breaking Laws

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has outlined Project 2029, calling for Democrats to pursue legal action against Trump officials and law‑enforcement agents accused of breaking the law.

International Business Times UK

Jimmy Gracey Found Dead In Barcelona Beach—Spring Break Trip Ends In Tragedy

Jimmy Gracey, a student from Illinois, was found dead in Barcelona after going missing, with the cause of death still under investigation.

International Business Times UK

American student James Gracey found dead off Barcelona’s beach after disappearing from Shoko nightclub — here’s what we know

A 20-year-old American student, James Gracey, was found dead in shallow ocean waters in Barcelona after going missing during a night out clubbing. While initial signs suggest an accidental death, the circumstances remain unclear. Gracey, from Illinois, was on spring break and became separated from friends at a beachfront club.…

The Times of India

Iran-US war latest: Tehran threatens to ‘completely close’ Strait of Hormuz after Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum

Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum over the Strait of Hormuz has been met with threats from Iran

The Independent UK

26 Best Illinois Cities To Retire on $3,000 a Month

Living on $3,000 a month is possible in Illinois. These 26 cities offer affordable housing, low costs, and retirement-friendly amenities to stretch your budget.

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Cryptocurrency firms suffer heavy losses in Illinois primaries after spending big

Cryptocurrency’s biggest Pac spent more than $10m for their candidates, only to be defeated by those who are anti-crypto

The Independent UK

Police in Barcelona, Spain, are searching for James Gracey, a missing US student from Illinois

Police in Barcelona, Spain, are searching for a college student from Illinois reported missing this week after a night out with friends

The Independent UK

Eight states and DirecTV sue to block Nexstar and Tegna merger

The merger was endorsed in February by President Donald Trump

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At the Races: Crypto’s next stand

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. The cryptocurrency industry began flexing its political muscle in 2022, and crypto spending has only increased since. In advance of…

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50 Safest and Richest Small Towns To Live in 2026

America's safest and richest small towns are tucked away not on the coasts, but in the Midwest. According to a new study from GOBankingRates, 24 Midwest communities -- the most out of any U.S. region...

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Democrats tee up energy affordability debate with new bill

House Democratic leaders of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition have introduced a lengthy bill aimed at navigating rising energy costs for American consumers. Reps. Sean Casten of Illinois and Mike Levin of California are leading the charge on the 419-page legislative effort unveiled Wednesday that they’ve dubbed the “Energy…

The Independent UK

Democrats are eyeing a midterms wave and Republicans are feeling blue over this recent voting trend

ANALYSIS: Democratic voters can’t wait to kick out the Republicans in this November’s congressional races, primary turnout indicates. Eric Garcia explains why that is a terrible sign for the GOP

The Independent UK

Cryptocurrency and AI industries tested their influence in Illinois. It didn't go that well

The artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency industries have suffered a setback as they try to reshape the midterm elections and establish themselves as power players in American politics

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Big spenders have mixed night in Illinois as progressives mostly come up short

Tuesday’s primary elections in Illinois were a test of how far big money can go in Democratic elections while also underscoring the political clout of Gov. JB Pritzker. In the closely watched Democratic primary to fill the seat of retiring Sen. Richard J. Durbin, Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton defeated…

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Daniel Biss Wins in Illinois Despite Student Dating Scandal

Does this mean the #MeToo era is officially over?

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump says US does not need Nato after strait of Hormuz rebuff

Snub comes as Iran vows revenge for killing of Ali Larijani. Plus, judge orders reinstatement of Voice of America staff

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