Illinois sues Department of Homeland Security, Trump administration for dangerous tactics, unlawful use of force by ICE and Border Patrol agents

The state of Illinois and city of Chicago filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration and Department of Homeland Security for unlawful use of force and dangerous tactics in immigration raids.

Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis retiring after four decades on the bench

Theis’ retirement allows the high court to appoint 1st District Appellate Court Justice Sanjay T. Tailor as Theis’ successor, making him the first Indian American to serve on the court.

Illinois extends enrollment deadline for health insurance plans beginning Feb. 1

Customers still shopping for health insurance coverage through Illinois' state-run marketplace now have more time to choose a plan.

Bison return to Illinois prairies after nearly 200 years

A herd of bison has returned to Burlington Prairie in Kane County, part of a long-awaited return led by the American Indian Center

Illinois Fighting Illini at Iowa Hawkeyes odds, picks and predictions

The No. 16 Illinois Fighting Illini and the No. 19 Iowa Hawkeyes meet Sunday at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. Tip-off is set for noon ET.

Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis retiring, will be replaced by Judge Sanjay Tailor

Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis announced she will retire from the state's high court later this month.
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Illinois football transfer portal tracker: Where things stand Jan. 12

Illinois football continues to build its 2026 roster. Here's the latest updates from the NCAA transfer portal on Jan. 12.

Here's how Illinois may be impacted by $1B in frozen federal funds

About $1 billion in federal funds for child care and social services have been frozen in Illinois. Here's how residents may be affected.
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