Research Resources

A renowned scholarly resource providing superior full-text, academic journals covering the major areas of academic research.

From the National Agricultural Library. Contains citations about all aspects of agriculture and related fields. Includes: journal articles, monographs, proceedings, theses, patents, translations, audiovisual materials, computer software, and technical reports.

Provides information on complementary, holistic, and integrated approaches to healthcare and wellness. Sources include journals (some peer-reviewed) and reports.

Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources spanning the Chicago area including access to articles from local papers such as The Chicago Sun-times (back to 1986), Suburban Life (back to 2007), The Doings (back to 2005), and The DailyHerald (back to 1995).

One of the most important genealogical collections today, Ancestry.com Library Edition has unparalleled coverage of the USA and United Kingdon, including census, vital, church, court and immigration records. Also contains record collections from Canada and elsewhere. **Ancestry.com is only available for use within the library building. 

Profiles of 30 million U.S. businesses and 220 million residents. Ideal for sales leads, mailing lists, market research, employment opportunities and finding friends.

Repair information and schedules, diagrams, parts and labor estimates, service alerts, and recalls. Covers thousands of domestic and imported vehicles.

More than 390,000 biographies. Includes complete full text run of Biography Today and Biography Magazine as well as thousands of narrative biographies.

A companion to the Biography Reference Source database, this encompasses a rich selection of biographic titles, covering popular and important figures in business, film, history, music, politics, sports, and more.

The world's definitive full-text business database, covering all disciplines of business including marketing, management, accounting, banking, finance and more.

Provides online access to the most extensive collection of news published in and around Chicago. Updated daily, this resource includes current news coverage and fully searchable archives from more than 270 daily and weekly news sources, delivering staff-written, local coverage from scores of communities and websites. 

Research Chicago history through the Chicago Daily News Collection with coverage from 1875 to 1978. Primary source information to examine events, issues and daily life in the context of the historical period, featuring archived full newspaper pages.

Access newspaper articles from the Chicago Sun-Times going back to 1929, as well as, view full-image digital replicas of the newspaper from 2018 - current day.

Access a digital replica of the current day's Chicago Tribune. Create a Chicago Tribune account to access for 72 hours or log in anonymously for 24 hour access.

Access the Chicago Tribune website for the current day's newspaper articles. Create a Chicago Tribune account to access for 72 hours or log in anonymously for 24 hour access.

Provides tutorials on a variety of the library's online resources - including the digital content platforms for accessing ebooks and library research databases like AncestryLibrary, ConsumerReports.org, and more! Also provides tutorials on using social media platforms, Microsoft products and Google software.

A comprehensive resource for consumer-oriented health content.

Ratings and recommendations on thousands of goods and services.

Access newspaper articles from the Daily Herald going back to 1995, as well as, view full-image digital replicas of the newspaper from early 2021 - current day.

Equip students and faculty with access to thousands of e-books dedicated to the study of business.

Build strong literacy skills in students from pre-K to 8th grade by offering digital access to award-winning, short-form fiction and nonfiction titles.

This groundbreaking collection includes over 6,000 high-quality e-books on the topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This e-book collection supports a quality learning experience for students in grades 6-8 across all subject areas taught in middle schools.

This e-book collection supports a quality learning experience for K-5 students across all subject areas taught in elementary schools.

Give students, educators, and administrators on-the-go access to popular e-books. This robust collection includes a selection of classic literary works, important historical documents, and general reference materials.

Designed for public libraries, thousands of books cover core subject areas as well as information on careers, health, sports, adventure, technology, life skills, and more.

Access to high-quality e-books covering a wide range of topics such as self-help, fitness, games, hobbies, and cooking. This general reference e-book collection features titles for both adults and juveniles.

Education Source is a full-text database covering all levels of education research from early childhood to higher education, and specialties such as multilingual education, health education, and testing.

Index of journal articles, books, theses, curriculum guides, conference papers, standards, and guidelines on a wide range of education topics. Sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences of the U.S. Department of Education. 

This full-text database is a dedicated resource covering the culture, traditions, social treatment, and lived experiences of different ethnic groups in America.

A full-text online encyclopedia, suitable for students.

Subjects include fitness, nutrition, diabetes, aging, women's health, children's health, and more. Information comes from magazines, books, Clinical Reference System reports, and pamphlets.

Provides researchers, allied health professionals, nurses, and medical educators access to scholarly journals on many medical disciplines. Provides indexing, abstracts, and full text for hundreds of nursing and allied health journals, many of which are peer reviewed.

Covering topics in U.S. and world history from the earliest civilizations through the 21st century, this database contains full-text journals, magazines, reference books, and thousands of primary source documents.

A companion to the History Reference Source database, this contains a rich selection of historical titles, covering global topics from the ancient world through today.

Subject areas include arts & crafts; games & electronics; models; needlework; outdoors & nature; and scrapbooking & paper craft.

Includes maintenance, remodeling, electrical work, plumbing, wood projects, outdoor improvements, decorating, home & garden, etc. Includes more than 130 reference books.

Search Illinois bankruptcies, foreclosures, auctions, new homeowners and new businesses.

Supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass a high school equivalency test, prepare for college, explore careers, join the military, study for occupational certification tests, become a U.S. citizen, learn basic computer skills, and much more. Contains practice tests, interactive tutorials, e-books, articles, and flashcards.

Offers the everyday user the necessary tools and detailed “how-to” instructions to independently address a wide range of legal issues including business law, financial planning, family law, property & real estate and rights & disputes.

LGBTQ+ Source is the definitive database for LGBTQ+ studies. It provides scholarly and popular LGBTQ+ publications in full text, plus historically important primary sources, including monographs, magazines, newspapers, and videos. It also includes a specialized LGBTQ+ thesaurus containing thousands of terms.

Journals and periodicals that help librarians and researchers keep pace with the latest trends in the field.

Thousands of plot summaries, author biographies, essays of literary criticism, short stories, poetry, and author interviews.

Contains a broad range of literary-related subjects with selections including literary criticism, study guides, and classics such as Emma, Dracula, and Frankenstein.

Designed for high school libraries and offers coverage of popular high school magazines and reference books. Wide range of subjects offered including art, history, sports, and music. Over 1,000,000 photos, maps, and flags. Full text magazines include Discover, US News & World Report, Scientific American, and more.

This encompasses a rich selection of titles covering a broad range of general reference subjects, including biography, careers, language arts, literature, government, math, science, current events, and social-emotional health.

Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. Magazines include People, Better Homes and Gardens, TIME, and Newsweek. Covers subjects including business, health, education, fitness, sports and leisure, personal finance, general science, multicultural issues, DIY, and fashion. Also includes photos, maps, and flags.

Contains reference books covering a broad range of general reference subjects, including biography, history, architecture, literature, cooking, health and wellness, science, self-help, religion, current events, sports, travel, and more.

Magazines and reference books for middle school students. Includes thousands of biographies and primary source documents. Subjects include history, current events, science, sports, and biographies. Also includes photos, maps, and flags.

A broad range of general reference subject coverage for middle school students, with topics including social studies, math, history, language arts, technology, geography, culture, and science.

Portfolio tools and investment advice featuring in-depth information about companies and stocks, mutual funds and exchange traded funds. Access is limited to 2 simultaneous users, (one in-house and one remotely).

Includes millions of articles from newspapers, newswires, and news magazines. Offers television and radio transcripts and ongoing daily updates from popular news sources. Newspapers include St. Louis Post-Dispatch, The Washington Post, USA Today, and more.

Geared specifically for teens and the K-8 age group, young readers can search for a good book, find read-alikes, author biographies and reliable recommendations for both fiction and non-fiction titles.

Search for a good book by plot summary, author, title or subject. Find read-alikes, reviews, author biographies and reliable recommendations.

Presents multiple sides of over 500 issues. Helps students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills.

Content from children’s magazines, easy-to-read encyclopedia entries, and images. Students can learn about animals, musicians, fitness, space exploration, and much more.

A range of general reference subject coverage for primary school students, with topics like social studies, history, language arts, geography, culture, math, and science.

Specialized information for librarians, teachers, and education researchers.

Covers a broad range of subjects in the fields of psychology, behavioral sciences, and related disciplines. For psychologists, counselors, researchers, and students.

Regional business publications for the United States and Canadian provinces from 1990. Includes newspapers, radio and television news transcripts, trade publications, magazines, and newswires.

Hundreds of full-text journals and magazines covering many religious and philosophical topics, including world religions, religious history, political philosophy, and philosophy of language.

An authoritative and accessible medical reference tool.

Provides full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books and high-quality videos. The database also contains science experiments, curriculum-aligned lesson plans, and a vast image collection.

This encompasses a rich selection of titles covering science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics.

Covers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. State-specific information included.

Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Also includes guides on extensive repairs such as engine and transmission disassembly. Coverage includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles. Information on more than 25 years of engine models, with new and updated content added regularly.

Access newspaper articles from The Doings going back to 2005.

Learn to speak different languages – including ESL. Designed with the beginner- to intermediate-level language learners in mind, Transparent Language Online integrates activities, interactive text, audio, and visual stimuli to give learners the most engaging and effective experience with a new language.

Tutor.com provides on-demand tutoring, homework help, test preparation and writing assistance for students in grades K-Adult in over 60 subjects. No appointment is necessary! Tutors are available 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm. You can also use their drop-off reviews, practice quizzes, video lessons, and The Princeton Review® SAT®/ACT® Essentials for self-study, 24/7.

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Provides full text coverage for nearly 340 trade and industry related periodicals.