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U.S. Supreme Court to hear Michigan foreclosure case on Wednesday
By Elyse ApelThe Center Square A Michigan family’s decades-long fight over a property seizure will be before the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday for oral arguments. This marks the latest...
DHS silent on number of agents remaining in Twin Cities
By Elyse ApelThe Center Square In the wake of Operation Metro Surge in the Twin Cities, it is still unclear how many federal immigration agents remain in the area. In...
Supreme Court strikes down court error in baby food case
By Andrew RiceThe Center Square The U.S. Supreme Court, in a unanimous decision, struck down a lower court's decision preventing parents from suing a baby food manufacturer over tainted products....
Illegal border crosser apprehensions drop 96% at southwest border in a year
By Bethany BlankleyThe Center Square In one year, illegal border crossings dropped by 96% at the southwest border, an historic shift from record highs during the Biden administration. In January,...
Group says Congress must stop U.S. strikes on suspected drug boats
By Brett RowlandThe Center Square A human rights group called for Congress to stop U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats, a tactic that President Donald Trump says is saving...
Supreme Court halts mail delivery lawsuit
By Andrew RiceThe Center Square The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, upheld a law that shields the United States Postal Service from liability when mail is intentionally not...
Illinois quick hits: Chicago man faces charges in road-rage shooting; migrant accused of murdering church volunteer; Illinois Liquor Control Commission launches new system
By Jim Talamonti | The Center SquareThe Center Square Chicago man faces charges in road-rage shooting A Chicago man is facing aggravated firearm charges after an alleged road-rage shooting on...
Executive Committee Advances “Project Northwinds”: 2,475 Jobs and $346 Million Investment Proposed for Former Caterpillar, Lion Electric Sites
Will County Executive Committee Meeting | February 11, 2026 Article Summary: The Will County Board Executive Committee moved forward a resolution supporting a massive manufacturing project that promises nearly 2,500...
Monee Township Details December General Assistance Spending and Holiday Pantry Impact
Monee Township Board of Trustees Meeting | January 15, 2026 Article Summary: Monee Township officials reviewed the latest General Assistance figures, highlighting nearly $3,900 in aid distributed, and clarified food...
Land Use Committee Advances Mokena Scrap Yard and Homer Glen Landscape Business Over Local Objections
Will County Land Use & Development Committee Meeting | February 5, 2026 Article Summary: The Will County Land Use Committee approved special use permits for two businesses in Frankfort and...
Peotone Library Board Reviews HR Standards and Succession Planning
Peotone Public Library District Meeting | Jan. 15, 2026 Article Summary: Library officials discussed necessary updates to job descriptions and the creation of a "How To" handbook to ensure smooth...
Village Honors Three Employees with Semi-Annual ‘CREW’ Awards
Monee Village Board Meeting | Feb. 11, 2026 Article Summary: The Village of Monee recognized three employees from the Finance, IT, and Police departments for their exemplary performance and dedication to...
Foxx to face questions about murder conviction review ‘investigations’
By Jonathan Bilyk | Legal NewslineThe Center Square Former Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx should need to answer questions under oath about her decision to direct her deputies to...
