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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at a Texas Democratic Party press conference ahead of the Republican National Convention, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Gabriela Passos)

NFL’s Goodell meets with Illinois governor as the Bears continue pursuit of new stadium

By Jay Cohen - Associated Press

American energy dominance means a more affordable, prosperous nation

By U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Ill.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks ahead of the 61st Bloody Sunday Anniversary march, Sunday, March 8, 2026, in Selma, Ala. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) ** FILE **

Illinois Gov. Pritzker rejects Trump’s offer to send federal law enforcement to Chicago

By Kerry Picket - The Washington Times

Cookout cuisine: Survey reveals iconic grilled dishes from each state

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FILE - This booking photo provided by the Macon County, Ill., Jail in January 2025, shows Sean Grayson, a former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy who is charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Sonya Massey on July 6, 2024, in Springfield, Ill. (Macon County Jail via AP, File)

Former Illinois deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey, dies in prison, lawyer says

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Powerball lottery tickets are sold at a convenience store, Dec. 22, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)

Illinois gas station sells sole winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot

By Dave Collins - Associated Press

FILE - This booking photo provided by the Macon County, Ill., Jail in January 2025, shows Sean Grayson, a former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy. (Macon County Jail via AP, File)

Ex-deputy who shot Sonya Massey is denied a request for medical release from prison

By Cybele Mayes-Osterman - Associated Press

FILE - Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman speaks to the media during the NCAA Convention on Jan. 15, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File)

Illinois awards AD Josh Whitman a new contract worth more than $31 million over the next 10 years

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Police tape. (File photo credit: Gorodenkoff via Shutterstock.)

Six members of extended family shot, four killed by pair of teens in Illinois

By Brad Matthews - The Washington Times

Democrats protecting illegal immigrant murderers, illustration by Linas Garsys / The Washington Times

Democrats silent on illegals’ murder victims

By Rowan Scarborough - The Washington Times

FILE - A John Deer emblem is seen at the Husker Harvest Days farm show in Wood River, Neb., Sept. 12, 2018. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, File)

John Deere owners will get the right to repair their own equipment under a new FTC settlement

By Sarah Raza - Associated Press

Advocates for single-sex female sports held a press conference May 10, 2025, at Yorba Linda High School to protest the California Interscholastic Federation's transgender-eligibility policy, which allows biological males to compete against females based on gender identity. (Photo courtesy California Family Council)

States that still allow trans athletes in girls’ sports face pressure

By The Washington Times AI News Desk

The Massachusetts Statehouse is seen, Jan. 2, 2019, in Boston. Massachusetts House lawmakers debated a bill Wednesday, July 17, 2024, aimed at boosting the state’s reliance on renewable energy. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)

Massachusetts bill would let people sue ICE agents over rights violations

By The Washington Times AI News Desk

A variety of AR-15-style rifles are displayed under an American flag at the Kittery Trading Post, Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, in Kittery, Maine. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) ** FILE **

Supreme Court to decide whether states can ban AR-15 rifles

By Stephen Dinan and Alex Swoyer - The Washington Times

Hiring sign for sales professionals is displayed at a store in Vernon Hills, Ill., Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, file)

Welfare has sapped the Midwestern work ethic

By Jonathan Ingram

This Friday, March 22, 2019, fie photo shows the Department of Justice Building in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta) ** FILE **

DOJ seeks to block reparations to Black people whose ancestors suffered housing discrimination

By Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

FILE - Kansas guard Darryn Peterson (22) works against Arizona guard Jaden Bradley (0) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Arizona, Feb. 28, 2026, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)

Kansas’ Darryn Peterson is the headliner among top-flight 1-and-done guards in NBA draft

By Aaron Beard - Associated Press

Damaged tree branches lie on a street in Elkhart, Ind., Thursday, June 11, 2026, following a severe weather system in the area. (Jennifer Hall via AP)

Tornadoes in Illinois and Indiana leave residents grappling with damage; cleanup efforts underway

By Dave Collins and Hallie Golden - Associated Press

Soldier Field is seen prior to an NFL football game between the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers, Dec. 20, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski, file)

Chicago Bears sticking to stadium timeline amid uncertainty with Illinois incentives

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A state Senators laptop displays a proposed Congressional Redistricting Plan during debate on SB 8-D, a redistricting bill, during a special session of the Florida Legislature, Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Supreme Court ruling on race-based redistricting prompts quick action in some states

By David A. Lieb - Associated Press