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Illinois Lawmaker Escorted Out Before Special Session Of The House For Not Wearing A Mask

An Illinois lawmaker was escorted out of the first legislative session day since March for refusing to wear a mask. His legal challenge against Pritzker has also been moved to federal court.

Naperville Park District Sues Pritzker To Reopen On Its Own Time

They want to reopen.

Family's Spirit Week Costumes Brighten Internet Amid Coronavirus

"We are really doing it to cheer ourselves up. We laugh so hard at all of this. It is nice to know that it cheers other people up as well. The more other people enjoy it, the more fun it is for us."

Village To Host Three Firework Shows For Independence Day

To allow more people to view from their homes, fireworks will be shot off in three separate locations starting at 9:30 p.m. on July 3.

Mayor Lightfoot Says Chicago Restaurants Won't Open In May

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot says city restaurants won't open in May despite state announcement allowing alfresco dining next week.

Three Floyds Brewing Closes Brew Pub Indefinitely

Sad news for craft beer lovers.

IL Expands SNAP Benefits To Allow Online Grocery Orders

Online ordering is set to begin June 2 to help Illinois residents remain safe while shopping for necessities.

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• Mental Health Services Boosted As Pandemic Takes Its Toll
• Adventure Park Plans July Opening
• Convicted Kidnapper Shoots At Creek, Faces New Charges
• Judge Denies Sheriff's Request For Patient Coronavirus Info
• Nurses To Vote On Potential Strike
• Teacher's Death Stuns Elementary School
• Forest Preserves Extend Park Lot Closures For Memorial Day Weekend
• Virtual Memorial Day Field Masses
• Bomb Threat Prompts Store Evacuation
• Town To Host 3 Fireworks Shows
• Divers Search For Car That May Have Plunged Into River
• Married 70 Years, Couple Dies Days Apart From Coronavirus
• Man Acquitted In Child Murder Sues For $2 Million

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