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In-depth looks at people who have shaped our world.  World leaders, sports stars, popular icons, writers, legends of the old west, and many more.

Find information on topics related to business, education, government, health, politics and more from a variety of news media including newspapers, blogs, videos and web-only content including: the Beacon News (1997-Current), Chicago Sun-Times (1986-Current), Courier-News (1997-Current), Daily Herald (1995-Current), the Kane County Chronicle (2004-Current), and the St. Charles Republican (2009-2014).

Find ratings on Chicagoland services and retailers, including dentists, car repair, personal services, banks, and more.

Coverage of the full-text paper from 1986 to Current.

Coverage of the full-text paper from 1985 to Current

Microfilm reproduction of the Chicago Tribune, all editions from 2008 to 3 months ago. Digital microfilm includes every page of every edition of the newspaper, including display ads, legal notices and classifieds.

Full page and article images with searchable full text back to the first issue in 1849 to 1994. This collection includes digital reproductions providing access to every page from every available issue.

This automotive repair database includes vacuum and wiring diagrams, service instructions, troubleshooting and diagnostics, and more.

Historical newspaper provides genealogists, researchers and scholars with online, easily-searchable first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of the politics, society and events of the time. Coverage from1908 to 2004.

Indexes documents published in Latin American journals covering social sciences and humanities as well as science and technology.

Detailed side-by-side statistical comparisons of countries across the world

Turn to this source for an even-handed presentation of opposing views on contentious national questions, Pro & Con.

Online subscription to the popular consumer magazine, plus exclusive online content, including Best Car Deals.

Contains six key H. W. Wilson collection development titles - Children's Core Collection, Fiction Core Collection, Graphic Novels Core Collection, Middle and Junior High Core Collection, Public Library Core Collection Non-fiction, and Senior High Core Collection in an easily searchable interface

unlimited access to more than 1,000 award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.

An online platform that combines reliable, citable reference content with your library's resources and helps you to do faster, more effective research.