On the Map: The Blackhawk Waterways of Northwest Illinois by: Ben Anderson Posted: May 12, 2023 / 08:04 PM CDT Updated: May 12, 2023 / 08:04 PM CDT This is an archived article and the information in ...

A fatal crash involving a motorcycle overnight closed Illinois Route 53 in both directions early Monday morning in the northwest suburbs. Both directions have since reopened as the morning commute ...

“This map is a gerrymandered mess, and anyone who cares about the will of Illinois voters should reject it.” LaHood, García, Newman and Miller could not be immediately reached Friday for comment.

The new map also attempts to create a Democratic-leaning western Illinois district to maintain a seat held by five-term U.S. Rep. Cherri Bustos of Moline, who is not seeking reelection.

Planet-friendly local organizations and businesses were on hand, and educational panel discussions focused on native plants, flood mitigation, and green infrastructure.