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Indigenous Americans dragged, carried or floated 5-ton tree more than 100 miles to North America's largest city north of Mexico 900 years ago

Researchers have determined the age and origin of a massive tree that was found at the pre-Columbian city of Cahokia in what is now Illinois.

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A Black woman was fatally shot in her home by a cop after calling 911 for help. He’s now on trial for her murder

Sonya Massey, a single mother of two teenagers, was killed in her Illinois home by a sheriff’s deputy in July 2024

The Independent UK

Illinois Governor candidate’s life shattered as he loses family in helicopter crash

We hope his family can rest in peace.

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The Nick Bartlett Show: Week 9 Previews for Games in West

Nick Bartlett talks in depth about UCLA at Indiana, Illinois at Washington, BYU at Iowa State, and Houston at Arizona State.

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Illinois warns immigration officers tampering with license plates is illegal

Hotline introduced to report on agents’ vehicles after one said plates were changed every day in video

The Guardian - US

Family of Former GOP Senator Darren Bailey Killed in Montana Helicopter Crash

Former Illinois senator Darren Bailey's son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren were killed in a helicopter crash in rural Montana, prompting widespread condolences and an official investigation.

International Business Times UK

At the Races: More maps, more problems - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including redistricting and campaign launches.

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Four members of Illinois politician’s family killed in helicopter crash

Darren Bailey’s son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren all killed in accident in Montana

The Guardian - US

A Monstrous Misunderstanding of Martin v. Mott: Why the Supreme Court Should Stay Its Hand Rather Than Judge Perry's Temporary Restraining Order

A guest post by Prof. John Dehn.

Reason

Four family members of Illinois politician Darren Bailey killed in helicopter crash

Zachary Bailey was piloting the helicopter when it went down, according to reports

The Independent UK

‘Simply unbearable’: Mother of slain 20-year-old wants DHS to stop using her daughter to justify Chicago crackdown

The Department of Homeland Security has said its ongoing immigration crackdown in the Chicago area is dedicated to Katie Abraham, an Illinois resident who died in January in a hit-and-run car wreck involving an undocumented immigrant

The Independent UK

Sonya Massey could have been saved after Sean Grayson shot her at home, court hears: Trial Day 4 recap

Ex-sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson is facing murder charges after he shot Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old single mother of two teenagers who called 911 over a suspected prowler

The Independent UK

Illinois’ 15 Best Hidden Gem Housing Markets of 2025

Top spots blend strong livability, reasonable housing costs.

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Opening statements Wednesday in trial of ex-Illinois officer who killed Sonya Massey

Opening statements in the trial of a former sheriff's deputy charged with murder in the shooting death of a Black woman, in her Springfield, Illinois, home are scheduled for Wednesday

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On National Guard Deployments, Trump Tells SCOTUS His Power Is 'Unreviewable'

Will the Supreme Court grant Trump the overwhelming judicial deference he demands?

Roll Call

Life after Congress: Rodney Davis’ off-ramp includes solutions and a shorkie - Roll Call

“It was the first time I’ve been in the private sector since I worked for my dad’s fast food restaurant,” says the Illinois Republican.

International Business Times

Federal Judge 'Startled' by ICE Conduct Orders Agents to Wear Body Cameras During Operations

A federal judge in Illinois has ordered immigration enforcement officers in the Chicago area to wear body cameras after reports and footage showed federal agents using rubber bullets, tear gas, and other chemical munitions against protesters, journalists, and faith leaders

The Independent UK

What to know about the murder trial of an Illinois sheriff deputy who killed Sonya Massey

An Illinois sheriff's deputy goes on trial this week in the death of Sonya Massey

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The Guardian - US

Bravo to the judges standing up to Trump in Chicago and Portland

District courts are speaking truth to power over troop deployments. If only the supreme court would do the same

Latin Times

Federal Judge 'Startled' by ICE Conduct Orders Agents to Wear Body Cameras During Operations

Benzinga

Trump Asks US Supreme Court To Approve Chicago National Guard Troop Deployment

The Trump administration asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday to allow deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago after lower courts halted the move.

The Guardian - US

Trump officials ask supreme court to permit national guard in Illinois

Justice department submits emergency filing as Trump pushes to expand use of military in Democratic-led cities

Reason

Seventh Circuit Rules Against Trump's Use of National Guard in Chicago

The Court of Appeals unanimously refused to stay a trial court ruling against Trump, signaling the judges believe his use of the Guard is illegal.

The Guardian - US

At least 15 detained after protesters and police clash outside Chicago Ice center

Officers reportedly tackled and dragged several people after authorities told demonstrators to stay in ‘protest zones’

Roll Call

Trump asks Supreme Court to allow Guard deployment in Chicago - Roll Call

The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to allow the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area.

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