Illinois Court Allows Pension Restructuring to Proceed

The Illinois Supreme Court has upheld key provisions allowing the state to continue restructuring its massive unfunded pension liability, marking a significant shift in how Illinois can address its retirement system crisis. The ruling permits Illinois to move forward with pension reforms while navigating the state's stringent constitutional protections for worker benefits.

May 14

Chicago Police Advances Community-Focused Policing Initiative

The Chicago Police Department is rolling out operational plans for community-focused policing across all districts, building on years of resident input and reform efforts. Informed by webinars and reports, the strategy emphasizes relationship-building to combat crime and rebuild trust. This comes amid ongoing consent decree mandates and rising calls for equitable public safety.

May 14

East St. Louis, Chicago schools claim Illinois basketball crowns

The Illinois High School Association crowned champions across four classifications in March 2026, with East St. Louis capturing the Class 3A title and Chicago-area programs dominating multiple divisions. The Flyers defeated Deerfield 52-46 in a defensive struggle, while Marist, Manuel and Chicago Marshall each claimed their respective divisional crowns.

May 14

Bulls Complete Rebuild Overhaul with Summer Signings Focused on Defense

May 14

Evanston's New Ryan Field Tops Out at $850M Milestone

May 14

Illinois State Parks Shatter Records with 41M Visitors in 2024

Illinois state parks and historic sites welcomed over 41 million visitors in 2024, the highest in nearly 15 years, fueled by major upgrades and trail improvements. Starved Rock led with 2.4 million guests, as spring 2026 data hints at another blockbuster year. Gov. JB Pritzker credits investments for the tourism surge.

May 14

Illinois Tech Expands Chicago HQ, Adds 500 Software Jobs

May 14

Chicago Real Estate Market Surges Into Spring With Double-Digit Sales Growth

May 14

Illinois Lawmakers Unveil Bills to Bridge School Funding Gap by 2027

State Sen. Graciela Guzmán and Rep. Will Davis introduced legislation Thursday to tackle Illinois' persistent K-12 funding shortfalls, targeting mandated services like transportation and counseling. The bills aim to fulfill the 2017 Evidence-Based Funding promise of 100% adequacy by 2027 amid concerns the state is falling short. Advocates say full implementation could require $3.9 billion more annually.

May 14

Excessive Heat Grips Central Illinois Through Friday

Scorching heat indices topping 110 degrees Fahrenheit are blanketing central and southeast Illinois under an Excessive Heat Warning until 8 p.m. Friday, prompting urgent health alerts. Officials urge residents to seek cooling centers and protect vulnerable groups as temperatures peak this afternoon.

May 14

I Choose One Thing Today

Before you drown in your to-do list, try this: pick the single task that would make today feel complete. Not everything. Just one.

May 14

A Japanese Master Captures Spring in Seventeen Syllables

May 14

On Building Something That Lasts

May 14

Teenager's Lost Wallet Returns with $1,500 Inside and a Note

May 14

The Federal Reserve Just Blinked, and Wall Street Noticed

May 14

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 14

McLean County Board Approves Solar Farm Project

The McLean County Board approved a 50-acre solar farm project on County Road 500 North, spearheaded by GreenSun Energy, with an 18-2 vote.

May 14

Illinois Tourism Campaign Promotes State Parks and Road Trips

May 14

Downtown Chicago Condos Draw Buyers as North Side Inventory Tightens

May 14

Boeing Workers in Mascoutah End 3-Month Strike With Wage Deal

May 14

Illinois Basketball Secures No. 8 Recruiting Class for 2026

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