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When the U.S. Supreme Court reversed Roe v. Wade in June 2022, overturning the constitutional right to an abortion, analysts predicted a wave of socially conservative legislation, particularly laws that chip away at women’s rights to individual freedoms. No-fault divorce is frequently cited as the next logical territory to roll back. “The drive to increase restrictions on divorce is part of … ...
With climate change concerns, microgrids can function as part of the main electric grid but disconnect during large disruptions and operate on their own.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office downplays timing of shelter openings and the Democratic National Convention in August.
In 1971, Muhammad Ali wins a four-year legal battle to overturn his 1967 conviction for draft evasion in an 8-0 vote by the U.S. Supreme Court.
On June 28, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles was signed in France, ending the First World War.
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union's united front frayed over layoffs and the budget a month before the district finalizes spending for the 2024-25 school year.
President Joe Biden and Donald Trump sparred over the economy, abortion and the Capitol riot at their campaign debate.
The FBI’s Chicago office announced a $10,000 reward Thursday for information leading to the arrest of Joseph “Troubles” Matos, an alleged gang member charged in the 2021 drive-by killing of a National Guard member. An indictment unsealed earlier this month charged Matos and another man, Gary “Gotti” Roberson, with murder in furtherance of racketeering conspiracy. […]
A review commissioned in the wake of a football hazing scandal found Northwestern has a "robust policy" to combat hazing but cited areas for improvement.