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Aggregated Illinois News Articles
- Sondland comments on Trump's remarks about him: "Easy come, easy go"
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Democrat from Illinois, highlighted on Wednesday remarks President Trump made about Ambassador Gordon Sondland in October and November. Watch Sondland's reaction.
CBS News. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 15:48:40 -0500. - Crafting Community: Chicago craftivist organizes global quilting project through #RitasQuilt
A Rogers Park artist and activist has brought together a global community through one unfinished project and a trending hashtag: #RitasQuilt.
Wls. ABC News. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 18:31:23 +0000. - Here's what SAS's A350 cabin configuration will look like
SAS is introducing the A350 in the Chicago market more than seven year's ahead of United's planned addition of the fuel-efficient aircraft to its fleet.
Lewis Lazare. American City Business Journals. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 18:22:53 +0000. - Great Chicago Light Fight: Mokena holiday light display wows neighbors
Scott O'Connor and Paige Mequio's holiday light display is so massive, they're using their neighbors' front lawn too.
Wls. ABC News. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 18:06:08 +0000. - REPORT: Juice WRLD Given Opioid Antidote Narcan While Suffering Seizure
The rapper was given two doses of Narcan after suffering a seizure in the Chicago airport
Lauryn Overhultz. Daily Caller. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 17:28:54 +0000. - Cubs, Theo Epstein Appear To Be Bracing To Face Life Without Kris Bryant
The Cubs appear to be entertaining possible offers for third baseman Kris Bryant, one of the Cubs' core of talent that one time seemed untouchable. Now, the former National League MVP's future in Chicago seems to be anything but certain.
By Jeff Arnold, Contributor. Forbes. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 16:05:30 +0000. - Eye doctor murder probe reopens cold case of his wife's 2011 death
The murder probe into Illinois eye doctor Anthony Prate, 55, who is accused of stabbing his girlfriend to death, has re-opened the cold case of his wife's car crash death in 2011, where he was behind the wheel.
Daily Mail. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 16:00:16 GMT. - Heroes of Zeros: NBA Players Still Without A Bucket This Season
Watching Coby White of the Chicago Bulls put up an 0-for-7 against the Toronto Raptors last night sparked a bit of inspiration, causing one to ask oneself: Is there anybody slumping worse?
By Chris Sheridan, Contributor. Forbes. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 10:34:38 +0000. - Drugs and guns found on Juice Wrld's jet, police say
Police in Chicago say the rapper suffered a seizure as they questioned his entourage in an airport.
BBC News. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 09:13:59 GMT. - Quilters Across The U.S. Answer Call To Help Sew Up Unfinished Project
A Chicago woman found an unfinished quilt of the United States at an estate sale and sought help online to finish it. Quilters from around the country joined her last weekend to complete the project.
Kate Mcgee. NPR. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 16:18:00 -0500. - Cadillac launches live digital platform with special perk in Illinois
The iconic luxury auto brand has been on a mission recently to store some of its faded luster, and a new digital platform is another step in that effort.
Lewis Lazare. American City Business Journals. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 21:03:50 +0000. - Two of Juice WRLD's security guards were arrested at Chicago airport an hour before rapper reported dead
Two of rapper Juice WRLD's security guards were arrested on gun charges at the Chicago Midway airport just one hour prior to the 21-year-old's sudden death.
Melissa Roberto. Fox News. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 16:18:56 GMT. - Chicago Area Clean Cities Names Green Leadership Award Winners
Community leaders, fleets recognized for sustainable transportation achievements
Joe Koenig. Patch. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 07:00:00 -0500. - Forest Preserves of Cook County Named Clean Fuels Champion
Chicago coalition awards Forest Preserves for use of clean vehicles and lawn mowers
Joe Koenig. Patch. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 06:00:00 -0500. - Popular rapper dead at 21 after "medical emergency" at airport
Chicago-area rapper Juice WRLD, whose real name is Jarad A. Higgins, was pronounced dead Sunday after a "medical emergency'' at Midway International Airport.
CBS News. Sun, 08 Dec 2019 20:22:00 -0500.
Illinois Population Trends and Information Resources
The U. S. Census Bureau estimates the population of Illinois as follows:
| Date | Estimated Population | Yearly % Change |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2016 | 12,801,539 | -0.29 |
| July 1, 2015 | 12,839,047 | -0.22 |
| July 1, 2014 | 12,867,544 | -0.09 |
| July 1, 2013 | 12,879,505 | 0.07 |
| July 1, 2012 | 12,870,798 | 0.08 |
| July 1, 2011 | 12,860,012 | 0.14 |
| July 1, 2010 | 12,841,578 |
According to the 2010 census, the population of Illinois was 12,830,632.
In 2008, the estimated population of Illinois was 12,901,563, whereas
in 2006, the population of Illinois was about 12,759,673.
For detailed, up-to-date information about Illinois' demographics,
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