IL State Wire
Joe Biden’s Upcoming Address: What His Return to the Spotlight Means for Social Security
Former President Joe Biden is stepping back into the spotlight to address concerns over Social Security. This comes as the ... Read more
Federal Funds Freeze: $1.8 Billion Setback for Cornell and Northwestern, Says White House
Recently, the Trump administration froze funding for Cornell University and Northwestern University, totaling over $1 billion and $790 million, respectively. ... Read more
How Democratic Cities and States are Battling Funding Threats to Protect DEI in Schools
Some states and cities led by Democrats are pushing back strongly against the Trump administration’s attempts to cut education funding. ... Read more
States Advocate for Funding Boost to Transit and Bike Projects Amid Trump’s Proposed Budget Cuts
Hundreds of bicycle advocates gathered at an annual summit in Washington, D.C. recently when a surprising email buzzed through at ... Read more
Join the Festivities: How Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Celebrates Irish Heritage in America’s Most Irish City!
BOSTON (AP) — On Sunday, South Boston came alive with the festive spirit of St. Patrick’s Day as thousands of ... Read more
Prepare for Saturday’s Severe Weather: What the ‘High Risk’ Designation Means for You
ATLANTA (AP) — A powerful storm system is set to hit parts of the South this weekend, raising concerns of ... Read more
Scholars in Limbo: Navigating the Challenges of State Department Program Funding Freezes at Home and Abroad
Aubrey Lay, a Fulbright scholar, expected to receive payment for three months of work as a teaching assistant for Ukrainian ... Read more
Trump Urges Mass Deportation Efforts Targeting 4 Key ‘Sanctuary’ Cities: What This Means for Immigration Policy
Recently, Republicans in Congress have focused on four cities known as “sanctuary cities.” These cities have policies that limit cooperation ... Read more
Suburban Chicago July 4 Parade Shooting: Man Admits Guilt in Murder and Attempted Murder Charges
WAUKEGAN, Ill. — Robert E. Crimo III, 24, admitted guilt on Monday for murdering seven people during a 2022 Independence ... Read more
How Trump’s Actions Challenge Presidential Power and Shape the Future of American Democracy
In the first six weeks of his new term, President Donald Trump has made significant changes to the federal government, ... Read more
