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Stellantis Boss Confirms 'Beautiful' Ram Mid-Size Truck For 2027

It’s been two years since UAW Vice President Rich Boyer announced the Belvidere, Illinois, factory would reopen to build a new mid-size truck. However, we had to wait until this past January for Ram to confirm plans to fill the gap left in 2011 when the Dakota was discontinued. Better…

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The serial killer next door: These states spawn the most notorious — and prolific — murderers

From Montana’s chilling record of victims per capita to Illinois’ staggering number of murderers, new research reveals which states are most steeped in serial killer history. Andrea Cavallier reports

The Independent UK

Trump backs off Chicago National Guard threats

The president's pivot is a win for Democrats in Illinois.

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US immigration officers kill man trying to flee vehicle stop near Chicago

Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez shot and killed and officer injured in incident in Franklin Park, Illinois

The Guardian - US

Bail reforms across the US have shown that releasing people pretrial doesn’t harm public safety

President Donald Trump recently signed two executive orders targeting “cashless bail,” the policies that permit the release of people arrested for crimes pending trial without requiring them to pay money.

The Conversation

Illinois psychopath travels to Palestine, executes unarmed teen, doesn’t see what the big deal is

Terrifying that you can commit cold-blooded murder and return home without consequence.

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Trump's ICE targets Chicago amid objections from mayor, Illinois governor

Chicago "received no notice of any enhanced immigration action by the Trump administration," the city's mayor said.

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We’re going in’: Trump declares war on Chicago using a Nazi term and a dead woman’s name

Chicago is next to face military invasion from its own Government

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What can Trump do in his sanctuary cities crackdown – and what can’t he do?

As president ramps up immigration takeover in Chicago, here are limitations of Ice officers and what can be expected

The Guardian - US

Inside Trump's "Operation Midway Blitz" Brings ICE Raids to Chicago After Supreme Court Ruling in L.A.

The Department of Homeland Security has initiated a sweeping immigration enforcement campaign in Chicago. Dubbed Operation Midway Blitz, the effort arrives just days after a Supreme Court ruling gave ICE agents broader authority to operate in Los Angeles.

Latin Times

Chicago-area residents warned federal agents may be about to arrive

Evanston urges residents to report sightings of federal agents as Trump has threatened immigration crackdown

The Guardian - US

Trump Posts 'Chipocalypse Now' Meme, Threatening Chicago Immigration Crackdown: 'Love the Smell of Deportations in the Morning'

Trump's message drew criticism from Illinois governor JB Pritzker who posted: "The President of the United States is threatening to go to war with an American city. This is not a joke. This is not normal."

Latin Times

Is Chicago the violent crime capital of the US? What the facts say

Republicans claim it is. Democrats say red states are worse. Both are spinning. The truth lies somewhere in the middle.

Al Jazeera

Is Illinois Tool Works Stock Underperforming the Dow?

As Illinois Tool Works has underperformed the Dow over the past year, analysts remain cautious about the stock’s prospects.

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The Guardian - US

US union membership declining in ‘right-to-work’ states, report reveals

Growing divide across US as membership increasing – and wages higher – in states that protect workers’ rights

International Business Times UK

Trump's 'Chicago Meme' Goes Viral—Is POTUS Threatening War on the City?

Donald Trump's viral Chicago meme and his controversial 'Department of War' order have sparked outrage from Illinois leaders and residents. Critics warn the president's rhetoric fuels fear of deportations, undermines democracy and raises fresh questions about his intentions.

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Governor slams Trump over ‘Department of War’ post amid Chicago federal crackdown protests

Illinois Governor slams Trump over social media post as demonstrations erupt in Chicago and Washington DC over federal crackdown.

Al Jazeera

Trump threatens ‘war’ on Chicago as thousands protest federal crackdown

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker denounces Trump as a wanna-be dictator as protesters rally in Chicago and Washington, DC.

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The Independent UK

‘Chipocalypse Now’: Trump threatens Chicago with ‘Department of War’ and suggests ICE raids imminent

‘I love the smell of deportations in the morning…’ Chicago is about to find out why it’s called the Department of WAR,’ Trump’s TruthSocial post read

Latin Times

Illinois Governor Warns of ICE Raids in Chicago During Mexican Independence Day

Each year, thousands gather across Chicago to celebrate Mexican Independence Day on Sept. 16, often with parades and festivals. Gov. J.B. Pritzker said those attending are simply celebrating their heritage and should not be interrupted.

The Independent UK

Trump administration investigates Medicaid spending on immigrants in Democratic states

The Trump administration is investigating Medicaid spending in at least six Democratic-led states that provide comprehensive health coverage to poor and disabled immigrants living in the U.S. without permanent legal status

The Independent UK

‘Multilingual math whiz’: 4-year-old boy from Illinois accepted into Mensa with genius IQ

‘We noticed very early when he had a very unusual curiosity,’ the boy’s mother told The Independent

International Business Times

Rising Costs Put Illinois Higher Education Out of Reach for Many Families

Illinois public university tuition and fees have increased 66% since 2009, outpacing inflation and leaving students to shoulder more of the financial burden.

The Independent UK

Ted Cruz tried to fat shame JB Pritzker during an immigration rant. The Illinois governor had his comeback ready

Texas senator mocks Illinois governor in Newsmax tirade, only for the Democrat to immediately hit back with a reminder of the Republican’s infamous Cancun vacation

Roll Call

Life after Congress: Glenn Poshard - Roll Call

Once a Democratic congressman from rural Illinois, Glenn Poshard became a university president and still keeps close ties to his district.

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