The holiday is observed each year in honor of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the United States.
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Lawmakers are tasked with producing $100 billion in pension funding. So why did the state spend $323,000 on chandeliers? One senator called it embarrassing.
Most also believe Syrian government will not be weakened by a U.S. airstrike.
Rep. Dan Lipinski said he is in favor of the United States taking action in Syria, but there must be limitations.
The phony email message about problems with a package delivery entices people to open an attachment that allows personal info to be lifted from a computer.
U.S. Census Bureau has facts and figures on the types of jobs we do, what we make for them, how we get to them and more.
Durkin (R-Western Springs) was elected Thursday to replace outgoing House Minority Leader Tom Cross (R-Oswego).
Task force would be charged with conducting a study on heroin use in high schools, and suggesting programs that school administrators and teachers could use to react to the problem.
The event, held Wednesday at Argonne, offered local small businesses and start-up firms an opportunity to learn about potential partnerships with the two laboratories.
The law's sponsor, Sen. Jim Oberweis, says the updated speed limit reflects the reality of driving speeds in Illinois.
New law takes effect Jan. 1, 2014.
Gov. Pat Quinn signed new laws Thursday "to protect the health of Illinois youth."
The new system is scheduled to be in place by July 2014.
The 50-foot-wide particle storage ring will stop in Lemont on Saturday as it nears the end of a 3,200-mile journey to be part of new research on particle physics.
Alex Clifford, who resigned from Metra as CEO after making allegations that he was pressured to make political hires and decisions, will speak before the Regional Transportatio
Metra board chairman Brad O’Halloran said former Metra CEO Alex Clifford only accused Metra board members of applying political pressure for decisions after learning his contract might not be renewed, during Wednesday’s RTA meeting.
Sprays are conducted at dusk when mosquitoes are active, and take about four hours to complete.
Illinois became the last state to legalize the private, licensed carry of concealed firearms on Tuesday, with the General Assembly overriding Gov. Pat Quinn's veto before a court
The Illinois Senate voted 41-17 to override Gov. Pat Quinn's amendatory veto; the House voted 77-31.
Former village planner Charity Jones, who left in May for a job in Downers Grove, replaces former economic development director Jim Brown, who resigned unexpectedly last month.
Gov. Pat Quinn visited Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire to sign the legislation July 3.
Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno (R-Lemont) received an award Monday for championing efforts to protect and assist drug enforcement officials.
Metra Board Chairman Brad O’Halloran said costs for the severance package and settlement with former CEO Alex Clifford will not be passed on to passengers.
Lawmakers to return to Springfield July 8 to take up stricter provisions added by governor.
George Schafer will take over July 1 for departing Village Administrator Ben Wehmeier, who was recently hired as a county administrator in Wisconsin.
The Court ruled 5-4 that the ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, violating the Fifth Amendment. Here's what DuPage County residents had to say about the decision.
Lemont Mayor Brian Reaves handed out checks to more than 30 organizations Monday night.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle said progress has been made in the county’s efforts to fix their pension issues, but the work could be shrouded by the state’s i
Those affected by floods should register for federal assistance.
Despite a Democratic majority, the Illinois House doesn't reach consensus about same-sex marriage in time for a vote Friday.
The state had until June 9 to create regulations to allow concealed firearms.
Village officials recently approved a $518,000 bid to repair and resurface more than 9,300 feet of neighborhood streets.
Legislation aimed at protecting consumers who purchase animals at pet stores.
The Lemont village board, three former mayors and Congressman Dan Lipinski were on hand Monday to celebrate the newly renovated building.
Homes and businesses affected by last month's flooding and winds may qualify for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
The village of Lemont will hold an open house and rededication ceremony Monday night for the newly renovated Village Hall.