Illinois

Residents victorious in fight to stop Pekin, Illinois data center

March 12, 2026 By Nicholis Hall

Packing the council chambers since January, the community showed just how rapidly they could organize and mobilize.

Israeli war backers making push in Illinois House race

February 27, 2026 By Mark Gruenberg

Hard right members of American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) pour cash into coffers of Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller, their favored candidate.

Peoria students walk out on ICE

February 17, 2026 By Noah Palm, Valorie Engholm And Mitch Mitchell

“I don’t want my parents to get deported,” said Elena, a student at Richwoods High School. “I don’t know what to do. I’m scared.”

Mayor and police chief in Peoria, Ill. address community fears about ICE

January 28, 2026 By Mitch Mitchell

Residents called on the mayor and police chief to protect the community against ICE raids.

Pekin, Illinois residents turn out to oppose building of AI data center

January 27, 2026 By Nicholis Hall

Community members gathered at City Hall, highlighting the potential environmental damage the center could bring.