Illinois Quick Hits: Rockford sex abuse suspect arrested
(The Center Square) – Illinois State Police say a tip from the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children led…
Lawmakers concerned over taxpayer burden of Iran conflict
As U.S. military operations in Iran continue with no end in sight, lawmakers are debating whether to authorize billions in…
Pritzker pushes back on Megaproject tax concerns
(The Center Square) – Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker pushed back on the idea that proposed legislation, dubbed the “Megaprojects Bill,”…
Measles spreads across some Southwestern states
The area along the Arizona and Utah border is continuing to see the measles outbreak that started in August, and…
EXCLUSIVE: Inside one Michigan town’s fight against solar expansion
In Fayette Township in southwest Michigan, a series of utility-scale solar projects has drawn hundreds of residents to local meetings…
Trump demands unconditional surrender from Iran, mentions regime change
President Donald Trump has said he will accept nothing less from Iran than unconditional surrender, according to a social media…
Illinois pols react to Homeland Security secretary’s exit, reassignment
(The Center Square) – A member of Congress from Illinois says it is not enough for President Donald Trump to…
Illinois quick hits: Appeals court vacates use of force injunction; Charges filed for possession of sex abuse materials; Gas prices keep rising
Appeals court vacates use of force injunction …
U.S. cut 92,000 jobs in ‘dismal’ February report, unemployment 4.4%
The U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, a significant cut after January saw a better-than-expected report, according to the…
Litchfield City Council Approves Emergency Water Plant Repairs, Pursues Federal Grants for $4.6 Million Overhaul
Litchfield City Council Meeting | March 5, 2026 Article Summary: The Litchfield City Council unanimously authorized over $73,000 in unbudgeted…
Turmoil in Texas: Concerns for Paxton to drop out, Gonzales drops reelection bid
Within two days of the March primary election, two high-profile races are already in turmoil. Republican leaders are taking actions…
HHS and DOC announce nutrition education initiative for medical schools
Nutrition education for medical students will become more prominent in curriculum beginning this upcoming fall. …