Republican plan for 'school choice' is just a scheme for private school vouchers
The Educational Choice for Children Act would benefit private and religious schools and higher-income families.
Older Americans Are Moving Out of These States as Property Taxes Soar
On the other side of the spectrum, a slew of Western and Southern states have set themselves apart for having the lowest ...
Minnesota, Illinois led the US in measles cases in 2024; what to know to keep kids safe
A school-age child has died in Texas following a measles outbreak, according to the CDC. Should Minnesota parents be concerned?
East Idaho News on MSN15h
Historian says Lincoln won Civil War with the ‘idea of Idaho,’ and early governor might have prevented assassination
Abraham Lincoln said goodbye to his friend for the last time as they left the meeting that afternoon. It was Friday, April 14 ...
Lyle and Erik Menendez’s Uncle Who Opposed Their Release Dies at 91
The uncle of Lyle and Erik Menendez, who opposed their release from prison, has died. He was 91. Anamaria Baralt, a cousin of the Menendez brothers, confirmed Milton Andersen’s death on Sunday. She ...
Richard Boykin: The great tragedy of sleeping through Election Day
There was shockingly low voter turnout for the 2025 Cook County races, even though local government has a greater impact on citizens than federal.
Trump isn't alone in geopolitical aspirations; some in Illinois say they also want change
Some residents of rural Illinois and Oregon are hoping to ditch their states and either join neighboring ones or create whole ...
Dem governor to headline major fundraiser in key presidential primary state stoking 2028 speculation
Dem Gov. J.B. Pritzker of Illinois, a leading figure in the Trump opposition, sparks 2028 speculation with news that he will headline major party fundraiser in the key primary state of New Hampshire.