Western Kentucky University students, faculty, project participants, elected officials and members of the community gathered ...

Longtime Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin, 82, announced he will not seek reelection after nearly 30 years in the chamber.

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As Sen. Dick Durbin announces he will not seek reelection, there could be at least four Democrats who could aim to take his seat in the chamber.

Kansas City leaders launch a billboard campaign promoting downtown as the site for the Royals’ new stadium, with a massive ...

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As charter schools face enrollment and financial challenges, Chicago’s school board is grappling with how best to manage the ...

Middle Point Landfill's disposal of Nashville's trash in Rutherford County could stop if local officials have their way through state enforcement.

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond has regularly taken side jobs running Bay Area nonprofits ...

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