If you are accessing the following databases from outside of the library, you may be prompted to enter your Rolling Meadows Library card number.
Subscription Databases
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America's News | Provides access to information on people, issues and events in the local area and around the country. Offers current and archived full-text articles from news sources nationwide in a searchable online database. | Yes |
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Chicagoland Newspapers | Archives of the Chicago Sun Times, Rolling Meadows Review, Daily Herald and other Chicagoland newspapers. | Yes |
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Chicago Sun Times | Search this database for articles from the Chicago Sun Times, from 1986 to current. | Yes |
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Chicago Tribune | Search this database for articles from the Chicago Tribune, from 1985 to present. | Yes - Click here |
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Chicago Tribune Historical | Search this database for past articles from the Chicago Tribune, from 1849 to 1997. | Yes - Click here |
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Daily Herald Collection | Explore Rolling Meadows area history through local news, events and people with the Daily Herald Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Available remotely 24/7 on any device. | Yes |
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Digital Library of Illinois | Borrow eBooks, audiobooks & popular magazines 24/7 using your Rolling Meadows Library card. |
Yes |
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Digital Library of Illinois KIDS | Browse, borrow, and enjoy eBooks, audiobooks & popular magazines from the Digital Library of Illinois Kids digital collection 24/7 using your Rolling Meadows Library card. |
Yes |
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Flipster | Access leading digital magazines on your mobile device. Features People Weekly! |
Yes |
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HeritageHub | Explore genealogical records from 1704 – today, including hard-to-find obituary content from the mid 1900's, coverage from all 50 states, and original obituary images from historical newspapers. Access is available 24/7. |
Yes |
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New York Times | Enjoy complimentary access to the New York Times. *Users will need to create an account to use this service. |
Yes |