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Iconic Landmark in Missouri is Most Recognizable in the World
Each state has its iconic landmark. California has the Golden Gate Bridge, Illinois has the Bean in Chicago, and New York has the Statue of Liberty. Missouri's iconic landmark is a site that everyone in the world recognizes. Missouri's Iconic Landmark. The Gateway Arch is that system for Missouri. The...
Donald Trump Second ‘Assassination Attempt': FBI Response, Gunman Identity, Details and More
A second assassination attempt on Donald Trump's life has been made just nine weeks after his first assassination attempt. On Sunday (Sept. 15), the former president was out golfing at Florida's Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach when an armed gunman was spotted by Secret Service who was stationed at the perimeter of the club. Secret Service agents were a few holes in front of where Trump was golfing when the agents saw an AK-style rifle muzzle through the shrubbery approximately 400 yards away. An agent fired at the suspect who dropped his rifle then fled the scene. The suspect did manage to get away via his car but was later captured and is currently being detained by authorities.
See the Bizarre Missouri Bridge That’s Crooked in the Middle
It's one of the most historic Missouri stops on the famous Route 66 that's also one of the more strange things you'll see. It's a bridge that's crooked in the middle that also has a tragic history, too. The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge spans the Mississippi River from Illinois...
Harris-Walz Campaign References 28 Taylor Swift Songs in Response to Trump’s Hate Message
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz’s team slammed Donald Trump’s actions with a whopping 28 Taylor Swift lyrics and one album reference. On Sunday (Sept. 15), the Harris-Walz campaign shared a press release and statement via social media with the astounding number of Swift references in response to Trump’s “I hate Taylor Swift” post on Truth Social shortly after the pop singer endorsed Harris.
FBI Confirms Man Was Attempting to Assassinate Former President Donald Trump
The news coming out of Florida today is shocking as the FBI says a man who had approached the fence at Trump's golf court was seen poking then shoving the muzzle of the weapon through the fence. According to Fox News a Washington official says, and the FBI says the...
Emmys 2024: The Full List of Winners
For the second time this year, it’s time for the annual Emmy awards. That’s not a typo: Last year’s Emmys were delayed because of the 2023 Hollywood strikes and only took place in January of 2024. Those awards were intended to honor TV’s best of the 2022-2023 season; the latest batch is for the 2023-2024 season. The contenders this year include hit shows like The Bear and Only Murders in the Building on the comedy side, plus Shogun and The Crown on the drama side.
Bridal Makeup Artist Kicked Out of Wedding For Filming TikToks, Then Makes a TikTok Calling Them Out
A makeup artist was kicked out of an "unplugged" wedding for making TikToks, even down the aisle!. The makeup artist, TikTok user @thekeylookllc posted videos from the wedding day despite being asked to leave. "Come with me to get kicked out of a wedding I was booked to do hair and makeup for," she titled the first part of the video saga. She described the wedding day, Sept. 7 as "hell."
Illinois Bright Start 529 College Program to Cut Fees, Enhance Services
Families participating in Illinois' Bright Start 529 College Savings Program will soon benefit from reduced fees and enhanced investment options. New Fee Structure and Improved Investment Options Announced. Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs revealed these changes on Thursday, aiming to make college savings more accessible and cost-effective for families across...
Illinois & Wisconsin Cities With The Best Tasting Tap Water
If you're a fan of tap water then these are the cities in Illinois and Wisconsin you should check out. Do you remember the days when water was water? There was nothing fancy about it. It didn't matter about the taste, you just drank it. Plus, it didn't matter where you got it from. That is how it was when I was a kid.
Governor Pritzker Declares Farm Safety and Health Week in Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker has officially declared September 15-21 as Farm Safety and Health Week in Illinois, emphasizing the critical theme of “Don’t Learn Safety by Accident.”. A Statewide Focus on Agricultural Safety. This year’s observance marks the 80th anniversary of the nationwide event, highlighting the importance of safety...
Under The Radar Way To Avoid Traffic In Chicago
If you're looking for a solution to help you avoid traffic in Chicago, I have an answer for you. The Water Taxi In Chicago Can Help You Avoid Traffic. The traffic in Chicago has always been bad. The highways and roads are big enough the handle all the vehicles. It doesn't matter what day of the week or the time of day, there are backups in the city. It takes forever to get anywhere.
Best Buy Has Closed 24 Stores, 1 in Missouri, 15 More to Follow?
I keep hoping that somehow we'll see a turn for the better for brick and mortar retail stores. Unfortunately, that rebound has yet to happen for stores like Best Buy who has already closed 24 stores including at least 1 in Missouri and reports say that up to 15 more will follow.
Impressive ‘Early’ Halloween Display Causes City Officials to Get Involved Despite Heartbreaking Reason For Early Install
Is it ever too early to decorate the exterior of the home you see fit, especially if its for spooky season?. A local resident of Fairfield, Ohio was contacted by her local city council twice after anonymous neighbors complained about her Halloween decorations being displayed too early in the first half of August. However, Marianna Peters, has an excellent reason for beginning her "Nightmare on Bibury Street" decor early.
3 Illinois Wine Trails You Must Check Out This Fall
Fall fun and a glass of wine go perfectly hand-in-hand, and there's no better way to celebrate the season than going on a win trail adventure in Illinois!. I don't know about you, but I tend to enjoy certain drinks depending on the season. No, I am not talking about pumpkin spice lattes here, I'm talking alcohol.
Illinois Winter Weather Prediction For 2024/2025 Season
Unfortunately, winter will be here before we know it but what's the weather prediction for Illinois this year?. Prediction For Winter Weather In Illinois This Year. I'm a big fan of fall. It's my favorite season of the year. The cooler temperatures are perfect hoodie weather. Plus, all of the activities that go along with it. Then, there's the leaves changing color which are so beautiful.
When Does Daylight Saving Time End For Illinois In 2024?
If you were wondering when we turned back the clocks in Illinois this fall, I've got the answer for you. I'm a morning radio show host so my my alarm goes off at a ridiculously early time each morning. I can never seem to get enough sleep so I'm constantly walking around in a zombie-like state. You never get used to those hours. You just learn to deal with it.
Discover Double Season Delights at Illinois’ Favorite Adventure Farm
Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove, Illinois is widely known for it's fall events and "World's Largest Corn Maze", but did you know they have a massive sunflower field to get lost in too?. Summer to Fall Transition in Illinois. Living in Northern Illinois can be a little weird in...
Missouri’s Hidden Gems – Top Spots for Spectacular Fall Foliage
The change of the season brings bright red, orange, and yellow trees to the area. There are some beautiful places to visit this fall to get that perfect social media photo. Working in my backyard this past weekend I noticed that my giant tree is starting to change color. Fall is on the way. So that got me thinking about the places to go to get those perfect fall photos, or even take in a perfect fall day.
Have You Seen Her? Chicago Girl Missing Since 1980 Has Yet To Be Found
It's a parent's biggest nightmare to lose a child. Not knowing where they disappeared to? I can't even imagine. Here's Sheila's story. I hate seeing stories like these, but there have been instances where someone has been missing for years and authorities finally close the case many, many years later. I really hope this is the outcome for Sheila's case.
Why Illinois is About to Be Invaded by Thousands Fleeing Florida
I was under the impression that Florida was one of the top destinations for people fleeing other states. Apparently, I had that backwards as there is new evidence showing that there is currently an exodus happening from the Sunshine State and many are heading directly toward Illinois. The Daily Mail...
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