Potawatomi get land returned, federally recognized
May 1, 2024Nearly 200 years after Native Americans were forced out of Illinois, the Prairie Band Potawatomi has become the first federally recognized tribal nation in the state after a decision…
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Farmers plant seeds for Right to Repair legislation
April 30, 2024During the 2023 harvest season, one of Jake Lieb’s tractors quit working. A week later, his combine stopped working, too. Both were new — and he was locked out from making any repairs…
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Residents can get documents notarized online
April 30, 2024Illinoisans who need a notary public can now access those services online through a new “E-Notary” portal launched by the Secretary of State’s Office. This process is one of…
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Bears pitch $3.2B stadium plan
April 30, 2024The Chicago Bears laid out a $3.2 billion plan for a new domed stadium on Chicago’s lakefront on Wednesday, April 24, painting pictures of future Super Bowls and other major public…
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‘Edible’ NIU transforms hearts and minds
April 24, 2024In 2023, NIU’s Edible Campus program broke ground on more than 100 raised beds throughout campus as well as the 5,000-square-foot Anderson Market Garden. One year later, the campus…
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WCC has high hopes for new Technical Education Center
April 24, 2024Waubonsee Community College’s planned Technical Education Center could double the enrollment capacity for students in a variety of automotive, welding and emerging programs while…
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Appliance retailer plugged into saving environment
April 23, 2024What impact would 22 million more pounds of appliances have on the environment? Mike Abt is glad we don’t have to know. Abt has championed environmental practices throughout his…
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Chicago exhibition showcases high school student art from across northern Illinois
April 9, 2024For Mundelein High School junior Ana Bonilla, having her sculpture included in this year’s Illinois High School Art Exhibition was a full circle moment. In Spring 2023, her class…
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