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Scientists are trying to understand PTSD and other human disorders by studying emotion-related brain circuits in animals, which research suggests may have a lot in common with the human brain.

Learning a new language can be daunting, especially if you don't think you have the skill for it. But polygot Lýdia Machová says the secret is in the process of learning itself.

A researcher with the Union of Concerned Scientists says a dust storm that resulted in deadly accidents along an Illinois interstate this month could become more common with climate change. She's urging better conservation measures.

Sanders laid out his brand of Democratic socialism in a speech Thursday, explaining how it informs with his views on higher education, poverty, health care, the minimum wage and more.

Gov. Bruce Rauner has declared a “harvest emergency” across Illinois.

The rules, designed to make drilling safer and reduce the risk of a blowout, come six years after the Deepwater Horizon disaster. The oil industry says some of the requirements are too costly.

A local entrepreneur is shedding light on the hardships of starting a small business as a woman or minority.An Amazon film crew stopped by Illinois State…

At least three confirmed cases of mumps have been reported in the past few days at Illinois State University, triggering outbreak status for the…

London is hiring a "Night Czar" to bring back its nightlife after a string of music venues closed in the last few years.

Unit 5 leaders say the school district’s mission is to help each student achieve personal excellence.Unit 5 hosted its State of the District speech at…