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Prairie Science Thrives at the Chicago Botanic Garden
Scientists bring plants into the lab in the hope of saving them for the future.
Posted on 9.24.2009
New Plant Science Center Opens at Chicago Botanic Garden
Visitors can see how science is helping conserve and recreate native habitats.
Posted on 9.23.2009
Applications for Federal High-Speed Rail Funds Due Tonight
IDOT says it's working hard to meet the deadline.
Posted on 8.24.2009
Illinois Republican Party Chair Quits
Andy McKenna has stepped down. Former federal prosecutor Pat Brady now leads the state GOP.
Posted on 8.20.2009
Chesterton, Indiana Hit Hard By Storms
Rain and strong winds damanged buildings and left thousands without power.
Posted on 8.20.2009
U of I Trustee Blames Chief Illiniwek for Admissions Controversy
Frances Carroll says the decision to retire the mascot is fueling calls for trustees' resignations.
Posted on 8.12.2009
John Hughes' Role in Cultivating Chicago Film Industry
Hughes boosted the local filmmaking community and Chicago's profile in film.
Posted on 8.7.2009
U of I President Ready to Make Admissions Policy Changes
The president of the University of Illinois says he sees opportunity in the school's admissions scandal.
Posted on 8.7.2009
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United's computer problems are fixed, but passengers say they are still uncertain about flights.
Posted on 7.2.2009
Former Wilco Band Member Dies
Multi-insturmentalist and producer Jay Bennett is dead at 45.
Posted on 5.25.2009
Parents Join Chicago Urban League in Suing State
The parents are from around the state. The League says they'll strengthen its lawsuit over the way Illinois funds education.
Posted on 10.17.2008
Chicago Investigators Bust a World-Wide Internet Drug Scam
The FTC is charging a Texan and a New Zealander with illegally spamming billions of people to sell bogus drugs.
Posted on 10.14.2008
What Do You Want to Hear from the Candidates?
We asked people in downtown Chicago want they want to hear from Barack Obama and John McCain.
Posted on 10.7.2008
After Fire, Chinese-American Museum Looks Ahead
The Museum aims to reopen in a year. Rebuilding its collection will take longer.
Posted on 9.22.2008
Governor Denies Responsibility for Transit Budget Problems
The Governor says the CTA has only itself to blame if it has to raise fares.
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