Resources

Access thousands of databases and billions of records, including birth, marriage, death, immigration, church, military, court, land, and probate. *In-Library use only.

Search for the perfect job, research companies, and access resume templates and interview tools. Access webinars about job hunting, writing resumes, and acing interviews.

Get unlimited access to an array of eBooks and other digital media from around the world and around the corner, including local authors.

With Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga 24/7 on any device with no wait lists. The Children's library includes content appropriate for grades K-5.

With Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga 24/7 on any device with no wait lists. The Adults library includes everything Comics Plus has to offer.

With Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga 24/7 on any device with no wait lists. The Teen library includes content appropriate for grades 6-12.

Research and compare consumer goods with ratings, reviews, and recommendations from the nonprofit product-testing organization established in 1936.

View arts, crafts, and DIY video classes including sewing and quilting, paper crafts, jewelry making, holidays, and event crafts with kid-friendly activities.

Prepare for the Illinois driver’s license, motorcycle license, and CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) tests, and view online driver’s manuals.

Browse the latest issues of popular magazines on your computer or mobile device. Download titles for offline access.

Download or stream movies, TV shows, music, eAudiobooks, eBooks, and comics on your device. Enjoy a kids' mode, instant access, and automatic returns.

Stream thoughtful entertainment including documentaries, rare titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, and world cinema. Access includes Kanopy Kids and Great Courses.

Download eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, and more for all ages. The Digital Library of Illinois may also be known as Overdrive and Libby.

Access current issues and archives back to 1985 from the Chicago Tribune.

Access current issues and archives back to 1985 from the Los Angeles Times.

Access current issues and archives back to 1980 from the New York Times.

Access current issues and archives back to 1984 from the The Wall Street Journal.