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Sheppard shines again, leads Duke to 2-0 start after 31-27 win over Illinois
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Illinois
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US officials declare an end to record-setting cyclospora outbreak, but its origin is still unknown
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Illinois issues flu, COVID-19, RSV vaccine guidance, amid confusion over federal recommendations
Health authorities in Illinois and across the West Coast are releasing updated 2026-27 respiratory virus vaccine guidance to address public confusion.
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2nd Measles Case Confirmed For Vaccinated Person In Kane County: Health Department
Kane County health officials have confirmed a second case of measles in 2026, noting that the infected individual was vaccinated.
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New COVID, flu strains circulating. What new vaccines protect against
Regional health departments and medical groups issue conflicting guidance on fall vaccines as new COVID and flu strains circulate.
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Pork products from Italy recalled in 8 states over listeria concerns
A recall of Italian pork products across eight U.S. states has been triggered due to concerns regarding listeria contamination.
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What's killing hundreds of deer? Here's what to know.
A series of deadly deer disease outbreaks has been reported across Virginia, Illinois, and southeast Wisconsin, with some cases linked to midges.
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E. coli outbreak linked to frozen blueberries grows to 17 cases
An active E. coli outbreak linked to frozen blueberries grows to 17 total cases as grocery recalls expand to Walmart stores.
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Gophers take care of business against Eastern Illinois in 2026 season opener
The Gophers secured a victory against Eastern Illinois in the 2026 season opener, according to recent sports coverage.
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Illini Inquirer AM: The good & bad of Illini's 42-23 win over UAB; Impact on Clips' punishment on Wagler
Coverage tracks the Fighting Illini's season-opening victory over UAB alongside player performances and disciplinary impacts.
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Minnesota-Eastern Illinois blowout reaction: Did the Gophers find a true WR1?
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Preview & Picks: Illinois vs. UAB
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Prime Healthcare plans to suspend obstetric services at 3 Illinois hospitals, consolidate care
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Two Illinois sites rank among highest-risk state parks for tick-borne illness in the US
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‘My body didn’t feel right’: Champaign Co. resident recounts West Nile Virus experience
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Cases of life-threatening allergy spread by ticks are rising in Illinois, expert says
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Roger Goodell met with Illinois lawmakers to discuss new Bears stadium
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Two Conditions Newly Eligible for Treatment with Medical Cannabis
Illinois has expanded its medical cannabis program to include two additional qualifying health conditions for patient treatment.
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American billionaires are on a farmland buying spree that risks pricing actual farmers out
U.S. farmland values have reached new record highs as billionaire investors treat agricultural land as a multi-trillion dollar asset class.
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Powerball Jackpot Hits $1 Billion Ahead of Upcoming Drawing
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The Jeep Cherokee Just Returned Only to Be Replaced in 3 Years: TDS
Jeep is planning to replace its recently revived Cherokee nameplate in just three years, with production slated for its Belvidere plant.
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Tyson Foods to close Eagle Mountain plant, impacting more than 700 Utah workers
Tyson Foods is shutting down beef plants in Utah and Illinois, impacting over 3,000 workers amid historic cattle shortages.
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Manager of Store That Sold $1 Billion Powerball Ticket Says He’s Not the Winner: ‘Sadly, It Wasn’t Me’
A single Powerball ticket sold in Illinois has claimed a $1.04 billion jackpot, prompting a public denial from the store manager who sold it.
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Report: Roger Goodell met with select Illinois lawmakers on Thursday
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Bears claim IN ‘sole focus'; still talking to IL
The Chicago Bears designate Indiana as their sole stadium search focus while discussions with Illinois lawmakers continue.
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Tyson Foods will close or sell three US beef facilities as industry struggles
Tyson Foods announces plans to close or sell three United States beef facilities amid industry struggles.
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Midwest Powerball winner gets $1 billion; 2 Michigan tickets worth $50K
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Single Powerball ticket sold in Illinois wins $1.04 billion jackpot, eighth-largest in US history
A Powerball drawing generates a billion-dollar jackpot won in Illinois and an $820k winning ticket in Sacramento.
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Here’s What $1 Billion Powerball Winner Would Take Home After Taxes
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Powerball jackpot rises to $975M after Monday night's drawing ends without a big winner
The Powerball jackpot surged toward the $1 billion mark, culminating in a winning ticket being sold in Illinois.
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Patients in Illinois starting to receive experimental pancreatic cancer drug: ‘Game changer’
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What to know about the drug-resistant fungus spreading through Michigan hospitals
Health authorities are monitoring the spread of a drug-resistant fungus now detected across 23 U.S. states, including Washington, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
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Illinois Lawmaker Presses for Consumer Paybacks As Trump Administration Hits $100B in Tariff Refunds
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23 states report drug-resistant fungus cases, including hundreds in Illinois
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2 Illinois hospitals make list of best in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report
Major medical centers across the Midwest, including two Illinois hospitals, have secured top spots in the U.S. News and World Report's latest rankings.
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‘Much, much more than what’s been reported’: Keep cyclospora on your radar as cases climb in Illinois, expert advises
Health coverage highlights rising cyclospora cases in Illinois and examines how the parasite affects the human gut.
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Women’s pro baseball is back. Here’s what to expect from the WPBL
Women's professional baseball returns as the WPBL launches its inaugural season in Springfield, Illinois.
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Athlete who vanished during Houston tournament located safe in Illinois, no foul play suspected
A Jordanian athlete who vanished during a Houston tournament has been located safe in Illinois, according to reports.
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An ‘Eclipse Season’ Begins Today
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Amy’s Soup Recalled in 27 States Over Spoilage Risk
Amy’s Kitchen recalls over 180,000 cans of soup across 27 states due to a potential spoilage risk.
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Officials report rise in Cyclospora cases in Missouri, Illinois
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Illinois Tollway proposes highest rate hike in history: How much rates could go up and when
The Illinois Tollway is proposing the highest rate hike in its history to fund a massive $26.5 billion road improvement program.
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America’s Longest Small Town: Why Route 66 Is The Quintessential American Experience
Route 66 remains a focal point of American cultural identity, blending agricultural heritage, historic diners, and small-town tourism.
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Illinois among states seeing cases of cyclosporiasis, an illness that can cause explosive diarrhea
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What to know about cyclospora, the gut-churning parasite causing illness in several states, and how to avoid it
Cyclosporiasis cases are rising across multiple U.S. states, with Michigan reporting over 700 confirmed infections and 38 hospitalizations.
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Illinois minimum wage: Chicago, Cook County minimum wage increases take effect Wednesday
Minimum wages increased in Alaska, Chicago, Cook County and Oregon on July 1, 2026.
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CDC searches for source of parasite linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea
CDC races to pinpoint source of Cyclospora outbreak sparking explosive diarrhea across 17 states
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Tick that spreads meat allergy, flu-like symptoms has reached 3 Connecticut counties
Reports of rising tick populations and associated health risks, including alpha-gal syndrome, are emerging across multiple U.S. regions.
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Two new Illinois locations make their pitch to become the home of the Chicago Bears - WGN-TV
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They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. And they're far from alone.
Millions of Americans are losing Obamacare coverage as subsidies expire, deepening the uninsured crisis.
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Southern Seven Health warns of rising numbers of Lone Star ticks
Public health agencies in Illinois and surrounding regions are reporting an increase in tick activity and urging residents to take preventative measures.