Illinois news

• Windy Indie: The Chicago Violinist Who Defied Expectations and Carved Her Own Path

  09-03-2025 15:45
  
  From hip-hop violin covers to self-produced concerts, Windy Indie is redefining what it means to be a violinist (Photo Credit: Mike Jue/Makeup Artist: Sheena Marie Studios)
  The story of how this Black woman became a professional violin player is one of destiny. 
  It’s about a woman who grew up in Austin off Ohio and Pine, who had to traverse through rough blocks, the doubts of non-believers and her own hardships to come to a place where she now thrives—instrument in hand, clear o
  
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• Trump & Elon Watch: What Black America Needs To Know

  09-03-2025 14:00
  
  Photo: Brandon Bell / Getty Images News / Getty Images
  This is Trump & Elon Watch: Black America’s Weekly Need-to-Know.
  Each week, BIN will break down the latest actions of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk— whether it’s political maneuvering, economic policies, social media shake-ups, or attacks on democracy. We’ll examine what’s happening, why it matters, and — most importantly — how Black America is impacted.
  No fluff. No fear-mongering. Just f
  
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• Illinois Overdose Deaths Decline for First Time Since 2018, Pritzker Expands Prevention Efforts

  09-03-2025 13:30
  
  In a significant shift from previous years, Illinois recorded an 8.3% decline in overdose deaths in 2023—the first decrease since 2018. The drop exceeds the nationwide decline of 4%, with opioid-related deaths in the state decreasing by 9.7% compared to a 3% drop nationally, according to new data released by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). 
  Gov. JB Pritzker credits targeted investments and expanded harm reduction efforts for the progress. “My administration has
  
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