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Community colleges like Harper College in Palatine could be allowed to offer four-year bachelor’s degrees in certain fields, under proposed legislation in Springfield.

Community colleges renew push for four-year degrees, but universities push back

Harper College and other community colleges are lobbying legislators for the right to offer four-year bachelor’s degrees in select fields, but the proposal faces opposition from universities who fear duplication of efforts.

Depression stole her drive to cook. Recipes like this curry brought it back.

This rendition of matar paneer, a popular Indian curry, uses cashews to bring a velvety creaminess to the sauce that enrobes cubes of firm cheese, two types of peas and cherry tomatoes. The combination of spices results in a gentle but noticeable heat, which is easy to adjust.

Financial strategies to consider as retirement draws near

Retirement can provide a sense of freedom, if the financial picture is in focus. If you’re on the cusp of retirement, some simple strategies can help you achieve the financial freedom you’ll need to enjoy your golden years to the fullest extent.

The pier where a steel truss bridge spanning Route 59 in Streamwood will meet the boardwalk being built over wetlands.

Despite pause on new biking funds, area projects keep rolling

Due to the potential impact of executive orders on biking infrastructure projects, six northeastern Illinois counties are developing separate safety action plans aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries.

Cruising down The River Troy with grandsons in tow at Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, “The Waterpark Capital of the World.”

Taking the grandkids to the Wisconsin Dells: Multigeneration getaway reveals what’s changed in the ‘Waterpark Capital of the World’

The last time my family vacationed in Wisconsin Dells my son was 12 and my daughter was 9. That was 1992. Wouldn’t it be fun if my husband and I took our grandsons there to learn how Wisconsin Dells has changed in those 33 years?

In one study, people with a project or a passion they were pursuing were in much better mental and physical shape.

These experts on aging, now seniors themselves, see things differently

Pursuing a passion or project boosts mental and physical health. Studies show people engaged in meaningful activities feel happier, healthier and more energized.

How does the As Ever Raspberry Spread, from the new product line of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, compare with other popular brands? Tasters were fans.

Is Meghan, Duchess of Sussex’s jam worth the splurge? Tasters weigh in.

One year of anticipation, one Netflix show and a brand name change later, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex finally released her new line of As Ever provisions on April 2. It sold out in less than an hour. Here, three professional bakers do a blind taste test to find out where Meghan’s As Ever Raspberry Spread stacks up again other popular brands.