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World Cup Bid: Chicago has entered the running to host 2031 Women’s World Cup matches, with Soldier Field a potential venue. Airport Connections: A newly completed MetroLink extension links St. Clair County with MidAmerica Airport, adding a rail option for travelers. Chicago Hotel Standoff: Hundreds of hotel workers are in a second week of strikes, a disruption for visitors staying at affected properties. Passenger Rail: Wisconsin secured $218 million for a Milwaukee–Madison Amtrak route, strengthening regional connections with Chicago. Tourism Funding: Illinois opened two tourism grant programs, with applications due Nov. 13. Route 66: As the highway’s centennial approaches, new coverage spotlights the movies, music and roadside oddities behind its appeal.

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Oct. 5, 2026

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4 hours ago

Illinois College men's swimming team secures 20th consecutive dual-meet victory

Sangamon Sun - Illinois |

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Sangamon Sun - Illinois

Right-wing

Caution	Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
Owned By	Brian Timpone through Local Government Information Services (LGIS)
Year Founded	2016
Website	http://sangamonsun.com/
Domain Registration Year	2016
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Illinois,
Owner Country	United States

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5 hours ago

Chicago O’Hare Digs Up 50-Ton Boulder Under Airfield, Asks The Public For Name Ideas

Simple Flying |

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Simple Flying

Neutral

Owned By	Sam Youseff through Valsef Group & Valnet Inc.
Year Founded	2018
Website	https://simpleflying.com/
Domain Registration Year	2013
Access Type	open
Publication Location	Canada, St. Lauren
Owner Country	Canada

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20 minutes ago

Millikin football defeats Illinois Wesleyan 42-35 in conference rivalry game

Macon Reporter - Illinois |

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Macon Reporter - Illinois

Right-wing

Caution	Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
Owned By	Brian Timpone through Local Government Information Services (LGIS)
Year Founded	2017
Website	http://maconreporter.com/
Domain Registration Year	2016
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Illinois, Macon
Owner Country	United States

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3 hours ago

Employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry file 79 H-1B petitions in Illinois throughout 2025

Prairie State Wire - Illinois |

Owner: Brian Timpone info about owner

Prairie State Wire - Illinois

Right-wing

Caution	Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
Owned By	Brian Timpone through Local Government Information Services (LGIS)
Year Founded	2017
Website	http://prairiestatewire.com/
Domain Registration Year	2017
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Illinois,
Owner Country	United States

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10 hours ago

Chicago Fire FC prepares for rematch against New England Revolution on Oct. 17

Chicago City Wire - Illinois |

Owner: Brian Timpone info about owner

Chicago City Wire - Illinois

Right-wing

Caution	Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
Owned By	Brian Timpone through Local Government Information Services (LGIS)
Year Founded	2016
Website	http://chicagocitywire.com/
Domain Registration Year	2016
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Illinois, Chicago
Owner Country	United States

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7 hours ago

Carroll University men's soccer falls 2-0 to Illinois Wesleyan at home

The Sconi - Wisconsin |

Owner: Brian Timpone & Bradley Cameron info about owner

The Sconi - Wisconsin

Right-wing

Caution	Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
Owned By	Brian Timpone & Bradley Cameron through Metric Media LLC
Year Founded	2020
Website	https://thesconi.com/
Domain Registration Year	2019
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Wisconsin,
Owner Country	United States

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7 hours ago

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Lakefield Standard - Minnesota |

Owner: Justin R. Lessman info about owner

Lakefield Standard - Minnesota

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Owned By	Justin R. Lessman through Livewire Printing Co.
Year Founded	1886
Website	www.lakefieldstandard.com
Domain Registration Year	2000
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Minnesota, Lakefield
Owner Country	United States

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9 hours ago

Educational Services industry employers submit 9 H-1B petitions across NW Illinois News publication area in 2025

NW Illinois News |

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NW Illinois News

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Caution	Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
Owned By	Brian Timpone through Local Government Information Services (LGIS)
Year Founded	2017
Website	http://nwillinoisnews.com/
Domain Registration Year	2016
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Illinois,
Owner Country	United States

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