Illinois

Know Your Rights: Illinois Self-Defense Law Explained

Know Your Rights: Illinois Self-Defense Law Explained

Illinois self-defense law is built on the principle of “reasonableness.” To lawfully use force, you must have a reasonable belief that it is necessary ...

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Illinois Drivers Beware—License Renewal Requirements Just Got an Overhaul

Illinois Drivers Beware—License Renewal Requirements Just Got an Overhaul

Major Changes to License Renewal in 2025 Illinois drivers are facing some of the most significant updates to license renewal requirements in years. These ...

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Illinois Weather Alert Central Illinois Faces Dangerous 105°F Heat Index Through Early Next Week

Illinois Weather Alert: Central Illinois Faces Dangerous 105°F Heat Index Through Early Next Week

A major heat wave is set to impact central Illinois, with dangerously high temperatures expected from Saturday through Tuesday. The National Weather Service in ...

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Illinois-Missouri Heat Alert St. Louis Metro Faces 106°F Heat Index Until Tuesday Evening

Illinois-Missouri Heat Alert: St. Louis Metro Faces 106°F Heat Index Until Tuesday Evening

A dangerous heat wave is expected to affect the Illinois-Missouri border region, particularly the St. Louis metro area, starting Saturday afternoon and lasting until ...

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Illinois–Indiana Border Weather Alert I-55, I-57, and U.S. 30 at Risk as Storms Hit Kankakee and Lake County Through 5 p.m.

Illinois–Indiana Border Weather Alert: I-55, I-57, and U.S. 30 at Risk as Storms Hit Kankakee and Lake County Through 5 p.m.

Severe weather is affecting the Illinois–Indiana border this afternoon, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential travel disruptions. Areas along major roadways like I-55, I-57, ...

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Missouri-Illinois Tornado Crosses Mississippi River During Wednesday Storms, EF-1 Rating Confirmed

Missouri-Illinois Tornado Crosses Mississippi River During Wednesday Storms, EF-1 Rating Confirmed

Clarksville, MO – On Wednesday morning, a tornado touched down in eastern Missouri, causing a brief but significant impact. The tornado, which was officially ...

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Midwest Weather Alert Tornadoes, Hail, and Strong Winds Threaten Millions, Travel Disruptions Expected Wednesday Evening

Midwest Weather Alert: Tornadoes, Hail, and Strong Winds Threaten Millions, Travel Disruptions Expected Wednesday Evening

Champaign, Ill. – A severe weather outbreak is expected to impact millions of people across the Midwest on Wednesday evening, with dangerous storms bringing ...

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Illinois Storm Alert Severe Weather Threat Between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dangerous Heat to Follow

Illinois Storm Alert: Severe Weather Threat Between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dangerous Heat to Follow

Illinois is bracing for severe weather on Wednesday, with strong storms expected to bring damaging winds, heavy rain, and the possibility of isolated tornadoes. ...

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Midwest Heat Alert Temperatures Over 100°F and Extreme Conditions Expected Starting Friday in Illinois, Indiana and Ohio

Midwest Heat Alert: Temperatures Over 100°F and Extreme Conditions Expected Starting Friday in Illinois, Indiana and Ohio

A major heat wave is set to impact the Midwest starting Friday, with high temperatures and humidity levels pushing heat index values over 100°F ...

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Missouri-Illinois Weather Alert: Up to 4 Inches of Rain Could Swamp Southeast Missouri Roads by Monday Evening

Missouri-Illinois Weather Alert: Up to 4 Inches of Rain Could Swamp Southeast Missouri Roads by Monday Evening

Paducah, Ky. – A series of heavy thunderstorms are set to bring torrential downpours to the tri-state region today, which could lead to significant ...

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