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May 02 2026POLITICS

A billionaire governor’s next big move

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is no stranger to writing big checks for political battles. But if he decides to run for president in 2028, he won’t be footing the entire bill himself. That’s according to people close to his inner circle, who say he’s already testing the waters with national fundraise

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Apr 30 2026HEALTH

Finding Hidden Pain in the Doctor’s Office

General doctors see many women each week, but a lot of violence in their homes stays hidden. This study looked at how doctors spot signs that a woman may be suffering from partner abuse. Researchers talked to 11 family physicians, including three men, across ten clinics. They used made‑up s

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

A New Senate Hope: Illinois Votes for a Black Woman with Big Support

Illinois voters have chosen a new face for the Senate, electing a Black woman who has long worked under Governor JB Pritzker. The win shows how powerful state politics can be when a governor’s backing is combined with substantial outside money. The campaign began when the incumbent senator, Richard 

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Feb 12 2026ENVIRONMENT

Data Centers: A Growing Concern for Illinois

Illinois is facing a big challenge with data centers. These huge facilities are popping up quickly, and they're causing some problems. They use a lot of water and electricity. This is making people's bills go up. Plus, they might be hurting the environment. A new law called the Power Act is being p

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Illinois Lawmakers Face Tough Choices with $2. 2 Billion Budget Gap

Illinois lawmakers are back at work, but this time, they're dealing with a $2. 2 billion budget gap. That's a lot of money, and it's not going to be easy to fix. The state is also dealing with some big changes in Washington, like fewer federal dollars coming in. This means lawmakers have to be extra

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Jan 09 2026BUSINESS

GM's EV U-Turn: A $6 Billion Lesson

General Motors is facing a huge financial setback. They just announced a $6 billion loss. This is because they are slowing down their electric vehicle (EV) plans. It's not the first time they've taken a hit. Back in October, they already reported a $1. 6 billion loss for the same reason. This chang

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's New Chief of Staff: Who is General Kyrylo Budanov?

General Kyrylo Budanov, a prominent figure in Ukraine's military intelligence, has been appointed as the new chief of staff by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This change comes at a crucial time, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine approaches its fourth year. Budanov takes over from Andrii Yermak, who re

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

GM's Stock Soars: What's Driving the Surge?

General Motors (GM) is having a stellar year in the stock market. As of the last trading day, its shares have climbed over 55%, reaching an all-time high of more than $80 per share. This is the best performance since the company's comeback after bankruptcy in 2009. Several things are fueling this g

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Oct 31 2025BUSINESS

GM's EV Dream Hits a Speed Bump: Layoffs and Market Shifts

General Motors (GM) is feeling the heat in the electric vehicle (EV) market. After a brief surge in sales due to a soon-to-expire federal tax credit, the company is now facing some tough realities. The Trump administration's policies have made things even harder, with changes in regulations, cancele

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Oct 30 2025BUSINESS

GM's EV Shift: A Bump in the Road

General Motors is making big changes to its electric vehicle (EV) plans. The company is cutting about 5, 500 jobs, with 1, 750 people being laid off indefinitely. This is part of a larger strategy to adjust to slower EV sales and new rules. One of the main changes is at the Factory Zero plant in De

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