Newspaper and Magazine Articles

Our General OneFile database has millions of full-text digital version of articles from print magazines and newspapers that can be used as citable references in research papers. Use your library card to log in.

Our online subscription to the Wall Street Journal provides 24x7 access to the full WSJ content. Contact staff for login information.

View a complete list of newspapers and magazines available in print form at the library. Current issues are for in-library use only; past issues may be checked out.

...In Context

Our "...in Context" databases are mashups of full-text content from magazine and newspaper articles; primary source documents, images, videos, and audio files; and links to vetted websites. Choose from:

Biography in Context: The world's most influential people, past and present

Science in Context: Today's most significant science topics

Student Resources in Context: A broad range of topics, people, places, and events

World History in Context: The most significant people, events, and topics in World History

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World Book Encyclopedia

World Book Online has the full World Book Encyclopedia, plus a dictionary, biography center, virtual tours and video showcases, and links to current events and world newspapers. World Book for Kids and World Book Mobile also available. Use your library card to login.

Testing & Education Reference Center

Check out the Testing & Education Reference Center for support for students of all ages, including:

• Test prep/sample tests for AP, ACT/SAT,GMAT/GRE,GED, and more
• Online books & practice career certification tests
• Scholarship searches and financial aid analysis
• A resume builder to assist with creating a good resume

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Job Search and Career Changes

Career Transitions is our online career guidance center, with tools to help users assess their interestes and experience, identify ways to improve their job prospects, prepare for a job search, and search and apply for jobs. Use your library card to login.

Foreign Language Instruction

Powerspeak Languages offers introductions to Spanish, French, German, Russian, Mandarin, and ESL. Use your library card to login.

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Books and Authors

Books & Authors is a rich search tool that helps readers of all ages answer the big question: "What do I read next?" There are many ways to use this tool:

• Browse by title, author, or genre
• Use Read-A-Like to find other books like one you enjoyed
• Get ideas from lists of "Expert Picks" or Award Winners

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Internet Research Help

Librarian-designed websites for more useful internet searches.

Illinois Clicks!

Internet Public Library 

Specific Research Topics

Genealogy and Local History

State and Federal Government Information

Medical Issues

Consumer Reviews and Information

Other Useful Sites