7 independently sourced, verified news trends involving Illinois.
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Route 66 is being highlighted as 'America’s Longest Small Town,' showcasing its legacy as a 'Highway of Dreams' through travel and cultural exploration.
A growing outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasite causing explosive diarrhea, has sickened over 1,000 people across multiple states.
Minimum wage increases take effect Wednesday in Chicago and Cook County as part of broader regional adjustments.
The CDC is investigating a multi-state parasitic outbreak causing "explosive" diarrhea, with cases now reported across 17 states.
NBA Draft speculation centers on Keaton Wagler and other top prospects as Illinois basketball cements its status as a talent pipeline.
NCAA Division I Cabinet adopts a five-year, age‑based eligibility rule, set to reshape college football and basketball.
The lone star tick is expanding its presence in Connecticut, bringing risks of flu-like symptoms and alpha-gal meat allergies.