Research Tools

Search full-text local, regional, and national news in The State Journal-Register, Chicago Sun-Times, Peoria Journal Star, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and more.

Unlock the story of your family through census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. Available for in-library use only. 

Brainfuse offers virtual live tutoring, a 24-hour writing assignment review, study groups, flashcards, and more for learners of all ages. Adults will find tutoring and study guides designed for their needs, as well as a resume review service.

Discover encyclopedia articles, full-text journal and magazine articles, primary sources, multimedia, and other unique resources and tools that make research easier and more productive.

Explore Chicago history through local news, events and people with the Chicago Sun-Times Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online.

Get unbiased ratings and reviews for thousands of products and services from Consumer Reports, plus in-depth reporting, trusted buying advice, and more. 

Formerly ReferenceUSA. Same great resource with a new name! Reference Solutions helps users of all kinds search for jobs, research U.S. businesses, create marketing and small business plans, locate specific people, and more.

The EBSCOhost eBook Collection provides full-text access to electronic books covering a wide range of subject areas including business, health, education, science, and literary criticism.