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Minnesota and Illinois filed lawsuits against the Trump administration to halt a surge of federal immigration agents, arguing the crackdown is unconstitutional, causes racial profiling and disruptions to daily life (lockdowns, business closures), and follows the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis and subsequent protests; Illinois’s suit alleges unlawful tactics by CBP/ICE across the state.
No. 7 Minnesota defeated No. 11 Illinois 27-9 in Champaign to open the Big Ten dual season, sweeping seven of ten bouts and taking all five ranked matches. The win extends Minnesota’s streak over Illinois to seven straight and keeps coach Brandon Eggum undefeated (7-0) against the Illini. Highlights included 184-pound Max McEnelly (9-3), 125-pound Jore Volk (22-6 tech fall), 141-pound Vance VomBaur (6-3), 149-pound Drew Roberts (7-6), 165-pound Braeden Scoles (9-3), and 174-pound Ethan Riddle (11-8 in OT). The 157-pound bout ended in Charlie Millard’s injury-default, sealing the dual, as Minnesota led 12-6 at intermission and remained in control to the finish; next up is No. 6 Nebraska at home.
Park Ridge police are investigating a serious pedestrian-involved crash that occurred around 6:20 a.m. near the Cumberland and Peterson area. Authorities are asking people to avoid the area and to call 847-318-5252 with any witnesses as the investigation continues; no cause or details have been released yet.
Hundreds of National Guard members deployed under the Trump administration to support immigration enforcement in Oregon, Illinois, and California are being demobilized following legal rulings that questioned the legality of their federalization, with the process requiring troops to return to their home states and legal battles ongoing.
Illinois reports its first pediatric death from flu this season amid a surge in influenza activity, which has reached 'very high' levels across the state, prompting health officials to urge precautions and vaccination despite concerns about a new flu strain reducing vaccine effectiveness.
Illinois will end its statewide 1% grocery tax on January 1, 2026, though many local municipalities will continue to levy their own taxes. Several new laws will also take effect, including bans on small plastic toiletries in hotels, easier removal of squatters, protections for drinking water sources, safer gear requirements for firefighters, and various measures related to public safety, environmental conservation, and sports funding.
Illinois will end its statewide 1% grocery tax on January 1, but many local municipalities will continue to levy their own taxes. Several new laws will take effect in 2025, including measures to protect aquifers from carbon sequestration, ban single-use toiletries in hotels, improve firefighter safety, and enhance public safety and environmental conservation efforts.
The U.S. Supreme Court denied the Trump administration's request to pause a ruling that prevents the deployment of Texas National Guard troops in Illinois, marking a legal setback for the administration's efforts to mobilize troops in the state amid political disagreements.
The U.S. Supreme Court blocked efforts by the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops to Illinois, citing concerns from Illinois and other states about unnecessary and potentially harmful military intervention during protests. The decision was hailed as a victory for Illinois and a check on executive power, with legal arguments centered on the necessity and appropriateness of the troop deployment amid largely peaceful protests.
A dog in Chicago tested positive for rabies after biting a person, marking Illinois' first rabies case in a dog since 1994. The dog, vaccinated but exhibiting behavioral issues, was euthanized, and health officials are investigating the source and contacts to prevent further spread. The incident underscores the importance of rabies vaccinations for pets.
The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Attorney General Kwame Raoul over a law designed to protect immigrants at courthouses, hospitals, and daycares, claiming it is unconstitutional. The law prohibits immigration enforcement within 1,000 feet of courthouses and requires institutions to prepare for federal immigration agent visits. Pritzker defends the law as a protection of constitutional rights, while the DOJ argues it undermines federal authority and safety.
A dog in Chicago tested positive for rabies for the first time in Illinois since 1994, despite being vaccinated, raising concerns about rabies exposure and the need for post-exposure treatment for contacts. The dog exhibited behavioral issues before being euthanized, and authorities are investigating the strain of rabies involved.
Police in Willow Springs discovered the body of a 21-year-old man linked to a November missing persons case, with details about his death and identity still unknown, and the investigation ongoing.
The Chicago Bears are considering relocating to Northwest Indiana due to stalled efforts to secure public funding for a new stadium in Illinois, despite their preference to stay in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Team president Kevin Warren emphasized their commitment to Chicago but highlighted the need for a world-class venue, citing difficulties in obtaining necessary funding and support from Illinois state leadership. The team has a history of not owning their stadium and is exploring options to build a new one, with ongoing negotiations and plans that have faced political and logistical challenges.
The Chicago Bears are expanding their stadium search beyond Arlington Heights, Illinois, to include Indiana due to lack of support from Illinois politicians for their original site, aiming to find a location that meets their standards and secures necessary infrastructure and legislative backing.