The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s bracket to find “the coolest thing made in Illinois” has found its winner.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) received 301 calls for backed-up water after intense storms and rain began in Louisville. Now, hundreds of homeowners are working on repairs. A ...

The pump cuts refill times for helicopters fighting wildfires from over a minute down to 30 seconds — allowing for a faster and more efficient response.

An aerial firefighting helicopter refill pump was named the “Coolest Thing Made in Illinois” this year at the annual event ...