The Latest Breaking News from Illinois

Illinois reports first measles case in 4 years

The person, who was exposed to the virus in another country, was unvaccinated, the IDPH said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 14, 2023

Brandon Johnson’s budgeted amount for migrant crisis, $150 million, will only last six months, his floor leader says

If Springfield doesn’t step up and cover half of Chicago’s costs and “operate its own shelters,” Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa warned that a supplemental appropriation may be required in mid-year.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 13, 2023

Student loan payments are back. What to know about interest, loan servicers and taxes.

The three-year pause is over for an estimated 43 million borrowers, including 1.5 million in Illinois. Here are some answers to questions borrowers wanted to know about repayments.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 13, 2023

Aerial waterfowl survey shows more ducks than usual on IRV

Josh Osborn gave an update on his aerial waterfowl survey Monday for the Illinois Natural History Survey; plus an insightful aside on transmitters on ducks.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 12, 2023

Duckworth touts Illinois clean energy advancements in trip to Romania, U.K., tries to reassure allies about Ukraine funding

The Illinois senator is in Europe on a multi-leg trade trip promoting the state’s clean energy advancements. She’s also reassuring foreign allies that aid to Ukraine remains a top priority for Democrats.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 12, 2023

Bryce Aron joins Andretti Global for 2024 Indy NXT season

The 20-year-old Illinois native will pilot the team’s No. 27 entry for his maiden campaign in IndyCar’s developmental category. He is the team’s second confirmed signing for next year, alongside Irishman James Roe.

Motorsport · Oct 11, 2023

Basketball Museum of Illinois finds a home in Bedford Park

The architects of the museum’s concept and vision are now doing all they can to bring attention to it while celebrating the state’s passion for basketball.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 11, 2023

Chicago Bears Stock Exchange: Who’s up, who’s down entering Week 6?

The Bears are coming off their first win of the year thanks to many players who are seeing their stock begin to rise.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 11, 2023

Billboards supporting women seeking abortions are popping up along I-55 heading north

Six billboards with messages supporting abortion rights have been placed along Interstate 55, a highway traveled by many women from the South who seek abortion care in Illinois.

WEKU · Oct 11, 2023

‘This is the future:’ New natural building material made of hemp could help Illinois go green

Pink Hats Construction and Development Group co-led a workshop to teach architects, workers in the trades and others about hempcrete.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 10, 2023