the chicagoland journal

Student results on the 2024 Illinois Assessment of Readiness test compared to 2019 mark both a recovery from the learning disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and real reading and math growth from before the public health crisis that began in 2020. #learning

At a news conference in Chicago, Pritzker said in the short time since both the state and federal governments legalized hemp production, a new industry has emerged in which chemicals are extracted from hemp plants to produce intoxicating and potentially dangerous products that are currently unregulated. #bill

The Reverend also highlighted the troubling trend of young people being incarcerated, only to be released back onto the streets without any significant change in their circumstances. #socialjustice

Prosecutors said they expect to rest their case Tuesday, and Madigan’s defense attorneys said they will be ready to start that day. #trial

Illinois is home to 16 casinos, 15 approved sportsbooks and a network of more than 8,700 licensed video gaming establishments. #licenced

Patrael Williams was last seen in the 800 block of Greenwood Avenue in Ford Heights on Monday, Dec. 9. #missing

The Lisle FD, Woodridge FD, and Darien Fire Department were on scene and put out the fire. #fire

A jury in U.S. District Court in Chicago earlier this year heard testimony from seven of Johnson’s victims before convicting him of sex trafficking and other offenses. #trafficking

DePaul’s business students and faculty will lend their expertise and deliver solutions for small businesses and actionable recommendations for community growth. #smallbusiness

The $15.5 million contract was awarded to Miami Marine Services for site preparation and riverbed rock removal for the engineered channel. #contruction