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HeritageQuest Online
Genealogical and historical records, including images of U.S. federal census documents.
Historical U.S. Major Dailies
Historical newspaper collection (covering 1849-2020)—including Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post—with easily searchable, first-hand accounts and coverage of the politics, society, and events of the time.
History Reference Center
Full-text historical reference books, magazines, journals, and thousands of primary source documents.
Hobbies & Crafts Source
Detailed how-to instructions and creative ideas for hobby enthusiasts of all kinds, with full-text articles from leading hobby and craft magazines.
Illinois Driver’s Education Test Preparation »
Online Illinois DMV permit sample test and Illinois Driver’s Handbook.
La Raza [Chicago]
Browse (digital scan of print issue): current (January 2008-present)
Search (full-text articles): current (2007-present)
