Illinois
10 independently sourced, verified news trends involving Illinois.
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Kevin Warren: Bears’ “sole focus” is new stadium in Hammond, Indiana
The Chicago Bears focus entirely on a potential new stadium in Hammond, Indiana, while addressing questions about the team name.
We have a winner! $1.040B Powerball jackpot ticket sold in Illinois
$1.040 billion was won by a single Powerball ticket sold at an Illinois gas station.
America’s Longest Small Town: How Route 66 Became A Highway Of Dreams
Route 66 is being highlighted as 'America’s Longest Small Town,' showcasing its legacy as a 'Highway of Dreams' through travel and cultural exploration.
Cyclosporiasis outbreaks: What to know about the foodborne illness and symptoms
A growing outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasite causing explosive diarrhea, has sickened over 1,000 people across multiple states.
Illinois minimum wage: Chicago, Cook County minimum wage increases take effect Wednesday
Minimum wage increases take effect Wednesday in Chicago and Cook County as part of broader regional adjustments.
CDC searches for source of parasite linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea
The CDC is investigating a multi-state parasitic outbreak causing "explosive" diarrhea, with cases now reported across 17 states.
Draft Rumors: Wagler, Brown, Ament, Hawks, Pelicans, Mavericks
NBA Draft speculation centers on Keaton Wagler and other top prospects as Illinois basketball cements its status as a talent pipeline.
NCAA votes to approve age-based five-year eligibility rule, reshaping college football, basketball landscapes
NCAA Division I Cabinet adopts a five-year, age‑based eligibility rule, set to reshape college football and basketball.
Tick that spreads meat allergy, flu-like symptoms has reached 3 Connecticut counties
The lone star tick is expanding its presence in Connecticut, bringing risks of flu-like symptoms and alpha-gal meat allergies.