CHICAGO (WLS) -- A train derailed on the city's West Side on Wednesday. The derailment happened near 26th street between Kostner and Cicero avenues. Video shows as several train cars tipped over.

Illinois Republicans Ask State Supreme Court to Toss 'Gerrymandered' Legislative Map SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Republican leader of the Illinois House and five voters on Tuesday filed a ...

On Nov. 5, voters across the U.S. cast final ballots that will set the direction of the country, state and local municipalities for years to come. Heading into Election Day, Democrat Kamala Harris ...

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After several years of construction, officials at the airport have announced their Terminal Modernization Project has passed 80% completion. While the facility was still filled with a lot of ...

SPRINGFIELD — Amid multiple recent challenges to state gun control laws, the Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments last week concerning the constitutionality of concealed carry licenses and open ...

Indiana legislators would like to redraw the Indiana-Illinois border to absorb parts of Illinois, but the proposed action would face roadblocks on the Illinois side, which would prevent a border ...

Several Illinois counties that have explored the idea of secession might be welcomed with open arms in Indiana. Legislators in Indiana's Republican-majority General Assembly have introduced a ...

Today is Thursday, Jan. 16, the 16th day of 2025. There are 349 days left in the year. Today in history: Advertisement Article continues below this ad On Jan. 16, 1991, in a televised address to ...

Glenn worked as a railroad railcar repairman and working crew for the Illinois Terminal Railroad in Alton. This railroad was sold, and with all his knowledge of the work and years of experience, he ...

A bill introduced in the Indiana legislature by its Republican House speaker would create a commission to embrace 33 Illinois counties that have voted for a symbolic measure to leave Illinois and ...