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U.S. Department of Energy announces $5B loan to boost nuclear power, including in Clinton

CLINTON (25News Now) -The Clinton nuclear power plant is among six Illinois facilities that could benefit from a federal loan commitment of up to $5 billion aimed at modernizing existing nuclear plants and increasing electricity production across three states. The U.S. Department of Energy announced the conditional loan commitment to...

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The Telegraph

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Amy Elik wins re-election in Illinois House District 111, defeats Rosie Brown

Amy Elik defeats Rosie Brown, wins fourth Illinois House term with 55.17% of vote

Alton, IL · 2d

The Hill

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Biss wins Illinois election to succeed Schakowsky in House

Evanston, Ill., Mayor Daniel Biss (D) is projected to easily defeat his Republican opponent John Elleson for the House seat left open by retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.), according to Decision Desk HQ. Biss — a mathematician and former policy consultant — will serve Illinois’s 9th District, which represents parts of Cook, Lake and McHenry…

Evanston, IL · 2d

The Center Square

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Illinois Quick Hits: Dems plan to end 'tariff taxes'

(The Center Square) – Incumbent Illinois members of Congress held their seats in Tuesday’s elections, and Democrats kept control of every district where there was no incumbent on the ballot. The newly-elected Dems are Daniel Biss, La Shawn Ford, Patty Garcia, Donna Miller and Melissa Bean, who returns to Congress after previously holding the Eighth District House seat from 2005 to 2011. Reelected U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski said in a social media post on Wednesday that Democrats are ready to end the tariff taxes driving up grocery bills, reversing the Medicaid cuts that hurt working people and extending the ACA tax credits. The state’s three Republican members of Congress, Mike Bost, Darin LaHood and Mary Miller, all won reelection. Dems sweep in DuPage The Democratic Party of DuPage County says voters held the entire Republican Party accountable for its failure to stand up to President Donald Trump’s corruption. The party released a statement following Democrat candidates’ sweep of every contested race in the county. Democrats expanded their majority on the county board from 12-6 to 17-1 and held the county clerk’s office. Dems also won posts previously held by Republicans, including county treasurer, regional schools superintendent and sheriff. Public help

Illinois · 1d

FOX 2

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Nikki Budzinski wins reelection for Illinois’ 13th Congressional District

Nikki Budzinski has won her reelection bid for Illinois' 13th Congressional District, according to Associated Press race call projections.

Illinois · 2d

Chicago Public Radio

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Juliana Stratton’s win marks historic first for women of color in national politics

When Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is sworn in as a U.S. senator in January, Illinois will become the first state with two women of color serving simultaneously. Stratton, Illinois’ first Black lieutenant governor, will also become the sixth Black woman to serve in the U.S. Senate and the second from the state.

Illinois · 1d

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Central Illinois voters decide several local ballot questions in Tuesday’s election

PEORIA, Ill. – Voters across Central Illinois weighed in on several local ballot questions during Tuesday’s general election, approving some proposals while rejecting others involving taxes, schools and public services. Tazewell County School Sales Tax. Voters rejected a proposed one-percent sales tax intended to support school facilities throughout...

Peoria, IL · 2d

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Howard’s Donna Miller Wins Illinois’ 2nd District in a Landslide, Heads to Capitol Hill

Donna Miller is headed to Congress, and the Howard University alumna won Illinois’ 2nd District in a rout. On Tuesday night, the Cook County commissioner defeated Republican Michael Noack to claim the open seat. As a result, she will succeed Rep. Robin Kelly, who gave up the seat to run for the U.S. Senate.

Illinois · 2d

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Incumbent state Rep. Spain tops challenger to earn 6th term

Republican state Rep. Ryan Spain of Peoria withstood his first general election challenge Tuesday to secure a sixth term representing the 73rd District in the Illinois House. With 86% of ballots counted, Spain had just over 63% of the vote and a nearly 10,000-ballot margin over Democratic opponent Nicole Dopler, a first-time state candidate from the Quad Cities area.

Peoria, IL · 2d

WCIA

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A salute that gives back: social media campaign supports honor guards nationwide

ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Operation Honor Guard is launching a social media campaign called “Pass the Salute.”. On Veteran’s Day, they’ll be raising money to support honor guards who preserve our nation’s final salute. If you remember the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, it works a lot...

Illinois · 1d

WBEZ

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Blue tsunami raises Democrats’ already massive advantages in the Illinois General Assembly

Democrats’ nationwide blue tsunami swept through Springfield Tuesday night, too, running up the state party’s supermajorities toward historic highs in the Illinois General Assembly. While facing criticism from within his own caucus for his handling of sexual harassment allegations by a former member, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch’s...

Illinois · 1d

FoodWorldNews

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Police and Sheriff’s Offices in Six States Investigate Reports of Needles, Nails and Metal in Halloween Candy

Police and sheriff's offices in at least six states are investigating reports that parents found sharp objects inside children's Halloween candy after trick-or-treating on Oct. 31, 2026. The reports come from Nebraska, Illinois, Georgia, Ohio, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania. The objects include a nail, sewing needles, metal hairpins, wire and a...

Pennsylvania · 2d

Michigan Mama News

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Emagine Entertainment Announces November "Emagine for Everyone" Inclusive Screening Dates

Michigan Events Blogger November 4, 2026 0 Events , Michigan Photo courtesy of Emagine Entertainment Offering Inclusive Screening Opportunities for those with Dementia, Hearing Challenges, Sensory Sensitivities, New Parents, and Young Children. Emagine Entertainment, presents “ Emagine For Everyone ” programming at their theatre locations in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Emagine For Everyone is designed to create a warm, inclusive environment for families, individuals with sensory sensitivities, new parents, those who require on-screen captions, and individuals and their caretakers living with dementia. The program wants to ensure that everyone can enjoy the big screen experience together. To learn more about Emagine For Everyone and to see upcoming screening dates for Emagine Together , Open Caption , and Dementia Friendly screenings, visit www.Emagine-Entertainment.com and select “Emagine For Everyone” from the Specialty Film dropdown menu. Emagine Together Screenings Emagine Together screenings offer a relaxed, inclusive movie experience tailored for families, children, and teens with sensory needs in addition to new parents looking for a stress-free outing with their little ones. Emagine Together screenings will offer a sensory-friendly environment with brighter house lights providing a well-lit theatre for added comfort, and lower sound levels for those with more sensitive ears. The screenings

Michigan · 2d

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Farm financial stress continues as loan repayment rates decline

A policy advisor with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago says agricultural credit conditions in the 7th district are expected to soften heading into 2027. David Oppedahl says many farmers continue to face economic headwinds. “We’re still dealing with some of the repercussions of all the trade disputes,” he says....

Iowa · 2d

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Illinois 35th Senate race remains too close to call with Mertens ahead

Democratic challenger Sarah B. Mertens held a narrow lead over Republican incumbent Dave Syverson in the Illinois 35th Senate District race as 75% of precincts reported.

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