Illinois by Joshua Brown May 1, 2023 87 Illinois is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States. It is bordered by Wisconsin to the north, Iowa and Missouri to the west, Kentucky to the south, and Indiana to the east. The capital city of Illinois is Springfield while its largest city is Chicago. As of 2018, Illinois had an estimated population of 12.7 million people making it sixth most populous state in America after California, Texas , New York , Florida , and Pennsylvania . The area now known as Illinois was first settled by Native Americans thousands of years ago before being claimed by French explorers Jacques Marquette & Louis Joliet who named their claim “Illinois Country” (“Land Of Illini”) after local Indian tribes called themselves Illiniwek or Inoka (plural). Later on parts were ceded from France back into British control until 1818 when Congress admitted Illinois as its 21st State alongside Alabama . Known for its rich history & culture which has been shaped through centuries with influences ranging from Native American Tribes all way up till today’s African-American community; Today’s modern day residents enjoy world class educational system such universities like Northwestern University |University Of Chicago|Southern illinois university etc… And countless other institutions that are recognized globally for excellence in numerous fields ranging from medical sciences right up engineering & technology studies along side robust entertainment industry also taking part nation wide including music genres such Jazz/Blues /Rap/HipHop etc.. All this plus growing economy makes it great place live work play !
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Bookmark ChicagoEarthquakesGeneral NewsIllinoisTrending NewsU.S. News Magnitude 3.6 earthquake rattles parts of northern Illinois, parts of 3 other states, USGS says by Madison Thomas November 15, 2023 November 15, 2023 Minor 3.6 magnitude earthquake rattles northern Illinois and neighboring states, no damage reported.
Bookmark AP Top NewsCrimeGeneral NewsHate crimesIllinoisIsraelIsrael-Hamas warU.S. News Illinois Resident Denies Hate Crime and Murder Allegations in Assault on Muslim Mother and Child by Michael Nguyen October 30, 2023 October 30, 2023 Illinois Resident Denies Hate Crime and Murder Allegations in Assault on Muslim Mother and ChildJoseph Czuba, a 71-year-old man from Illinois, entered a plea of not guilty on Monday in …
Bookmark AP Top NewsCrimeGeneral NewsHate crimesIllinoisIsraelIsrael-Hamas warU.S. News Illinois Resident to Face Court Hearing on Hate Crime and Homicide Charges for Assault on Muslim Mother and Son by Lucas Garcia October 30, 2023 October 30, 2023 Illinois resident Joseph Czuba faces court for murder, attempted murder, and hate crime charges in an assault on a Palestinian American mother and her child. The indictment states the attack …
Bookmark AP Top NewsCrimeGeneral NewsHate crimesIllinoisIsraelIsrael-Hamas warU.S. News Illinois Resident Set for Court Appearance on Charges of Hate Crime and Murder in Assault on Muslim Mother and Son by Sophia Chen October 30, 2023 October 30, 2023 Illinois man, Joseph Czuba, to face court on charges of hate crime, murder, and attempted murder for an assault on a Muslim mother and her young son. The victims were …
Bookmark ChicagoGeneral NewsIllinoisIsraelIsrael-Hamas warU.S. News Mother Who Survived Hate Crime Pleads for Peace Following the Death of Her Illinois Son by Chloe Baker October 25, 2023 October 25, 2023 Mother Who Survived Hate Crime Pleads for Peace Following the Death of Her Illinois SonAs she recovers from a violent attack that led to the tragic death of her 6-year-old …
Bookmark AP Top NewsCrimeGeneral NewsHate crimesIllinoisIsraelIsrael-Hamas warU.S. News Hate Crime in Illinois Results in the Death of Young Muslim Boy and Serious Injury to Mother, Authorities Attribute Motivation to Israel-Hamas Conflict by Lucas Garcia October 16, 2023 October 16, 2023 Illinois landlord charged with hate crime for fatally stabbing a 6-year-old Muslim boy and wounding his mother. Authorities link the crime to the victims’ faith and the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
Bookmark AP Top NewsCrimeGeneral NewsHate crimesIllinoisIsraelIsrael-Hamas warU.S. News Six-Year-Old Muslim Child Fatally Stabbed and Adult Female Injured in Illinois Bias Incident Linked to Israel-Hamas Conflict by Lucas Garcia October 16, 2023 October 16, 2023 A 71-year-old Illinois man is charged with hate crimes for fatally stabbing a 6-year-old Muslim boy and injuring a 32-year-old woman, allegedly motivated by the Israel-Hamas conflict. Law enforcement and …
Bookmark Associated PressGeneral NewsIllinoisJ.B. PritzkerPolitics Extravagant Gifts Including Alcoholic Beverages and Art Remain Unclaimed by Billionaire Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker by Madison Thomas October 15, 2023 October 15, 2023 This article delves into the array of unclaimed gifts received by Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, examining the legal and ethical boundaries that prevent him from accepting them. It provides a …
