Northern Illinois

News and events for Northern Illinois outside of the Chicago metro area and Quad Cities.

Two Illinois schools make Campus Pride’s ‘Best of the Best’ list

NIU and UIC rank nationally for LGBTQ inclusion.

The group recently got 501(c)3 status.

By Tom Wray ● Northern Illinois ● August 7, 2023

A perfect storm of roadblocks led to the Rock Falls event being called off for this year.

The Talcott Free Library has also released plans for a safe virtual drag Q&A.

By Tom Wray ● Northern Illinois ● July 10, 2023

Rockton Pride will no longer be facing off with anti-drag protesters. Instead, they’re gonna have a party.

By Tom Wray ● Northern Illinois ● July 6, 2023

The Talcott Free Library wanted to do something for the teens that requested it, not become the target of groups from outside of Rockton.

The group is getting ready to face protestors who are against the library event.

The school was chosen based on academics, affordability and inclusivity.

By Tom Wray ● Northern Illinois ● July 3, 2023

The library said it made the decision after discussions with police and fire departments.

The LGBTQ support organization is getting ready to move into their new home.