Chicago is introducing its first free self-cleaning public restroom, with maintenance by JCDecaux; Ald. La Spata notes the project's progress and benefits for locals.

A new $13.4 million Career and Technical Training Center is breaking ground at Lincoln Trail College in Illinois, promising to enhance the workforce with hands-on skills training in technical fields.

UIC has stopped considering race, gender, and national origin in financial aid, hiring, and promotions, adhering to University of Illinois policy and legal standards. This move persists amid Trump's pressure against diversity efforts in education.

O'Hare International Airport had its busiest summer, with over 24.3 million travelers, marking a 1.2% increase from 2019. New routes and airline expansions contribute to its status as a major travel hub.

Rockford resident "Jessie" won $500K from an Illinois Lottery holiday scratch-off bought at a Walmart. She plans to help her family and community with the winnings.

Dr. Suzanne Malec-McKenna was named the new director of Cook County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability, bringing over 30 years of experience to the role.

An AWS outage affected multiple online services, including Snapchat, Roblox, and Ring, due to a bug in the DynamoDB service, showcasing the cloud platform's extensive impact on the digital realm.

Loyola University prepares for the funeral of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, who passed away at 106, with a service on campus open for in-person attendance and streaming.

IDoA offers free Medicare assistance during Open Enrollment through Dec. 7, via their SHIP program, emphasizing the importance of reviewing plan changes.

Illinois lawmakers face a busy fall veto session agenda, addressing transit funding, tax impacts, public stadium funding scrutiny, and electric bill spikes.

Federal agents used tear gas in Chicago after a clash involving a car chase and arrests of undocumented immigrants, prompting community and Governor Pritzker's criticism.

New research suggests the "Chicago Rat Hole" was made by a squirrel, not a rat, altering its place in the city's lore. The study finds a 98.67% likelihood it was created by a squirrel. The impression, now removed, was once a local curiosity.

Illinois Department of Natural Resources grants funds for student field trips to state historic sites, fostering hands-on learning for over 740 students across 12 counties.