NewsBank is a service that gives you access to a huge collection of news,both current and historical. It includes newspapers, newswires, blogs, broadcast transcripts, and more. Libraries, schools, and researchers worldwide use it.
What it Offers
- Archives of Newspapers: You can read old newspapers as well as today’s news from thousands of sources around the world.
- Different Formats: Content can be seen as full-text articles, PDFs of actual newspaper pages, newswires, blogs, and broadcast transcripts.
- For Students & Educators: Schools and colleges use it to help students with research, projects, and learning critical thinking skills.
- Research Tools: You can search for local or world news, compare viewpoints, and look at events from different perspectives.
How it Works
Your library pays for a subscription, so you can log in online through the library’s website. Once logged in, you can search and read articles anytime, from home or at the library.
Collections You Can Use
Chicago Community Collection
The largest U.S. news collection, covering local, regional, and national sources. Includes newspapers, blogs, journals, newswires, and broadcast content. Great for exploring events, politics, business, health, sports, culture, and more.
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Daily Southtown Collection (2004–Today)
Covers Chicago history through local news, events, and people. Full-color pages, full-text articles, and online-only content. Available 24/7 on any device.
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Chicago Sun-Times Collection (1986–Today)
Read Chicago-area history and events from the Sun-Times. Includes full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles, and online-only stories. Available anytime, anywhere.
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HeritageHub
Perfect for genealogy! This resource has U.S. obituaries and death notices from 1704 to today. It can help you trace family history, find relatives, and uncover new details. Includes all 50 states and even rare mid-1900s content. Available 24/7.
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