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Shocking Foodie Rankings: Only Two Illinois Cities Make the List
It's a bit of a shocker from the culinary world, with only two Illinois cities making it to the list of best foodie cities in America. Posted by WalletHub, it appears that of the 28 different metrics they covered, including the accessibility and affordability of high-quality restaurants, food trucks, breweries, and pricing, to name a few.
3 Important Things to Remember Before Raking Up Leaves in Illinois
Fall is definitely in the air in Illinois, and with it comes the dreaded chore of raking leaves. But before you grab the rake and start gathering piles, here are 3 very important things to remember. First Sign of Fall in Illinois. According to the calendar, Fall doesn't begin until...
Sorry Iowa, America’s Largest Truck Stop Opened in Illinois
I hate to break it to the state of Iowa, but your days of sitting on top of the mountain by having the world's largest truck stop located in your state are going to be over in a little over one week from today. Walcott, Iowa has been the home...
Local group opens applications for Springfield’s First Citizen
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NEXSTAR) — It’s a tradition going back decades. The award for Springfield’s first citizen is typically given to someone who has dedicated their time and energy to making the community a better place, and the group running the award this year is now taking applications for the next winner. The Springfield First Citizen […]
Whooping Cough Cases Surge in Illinois: Nearly Fivefold Increase Reported by CDC
CHICAGO – Cases of whooping cough, a highly contagious respiratory illness, have surged dramatically across Illinois, with the state seeing nearly five times as many cases this year compared to last, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Health experts believe this alarming rise is linked to a decline in vaccination rates following the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Discussion opposing Chinese battery plant in Illinois packs community center
(The Center Square) – Opponents of a Chinese battery plant planned for Manteno are not letting up on their efforts to block the project. Residents packed a Manteno community center Thursday for a roundtable discussion on Gotion’s plans to set up shop in Illinois. Armed with a $530 million tax incentive package, Gotion plans to make EV batteries at an old K-Mart distribution center building. The chairman of Gotion’s parent...
Michael Madigan once controlled much of Illinois politics. Now the ex-House speaker heads to trial
CHICAGO (AP) — Once lauded as thelongest-serving legislative leader in American history, Michael Madigan will enter a federal courtroom this week on charges he used his vast influence to run a “criminal enterprise” to amass even more wealth and power. The former Illinois House speaker is charged in a multimillion-dollar racketeering and bribery scheme that included the state’s largest utility, ComEd. From wiretapped calls to video-recorded meetings, much of the evidence has been previewed in open court. A sweeping investigation of public corruption has already produced convictions of legislators and Madigan’s former chief of staff. But starting Tuesday, as potential jurors first report to court, the spotlight turns to the Chicago Democrat who was once considered the most powerful force in Illinois politics.
Neighborhood in Illinois Called “One Of The Coolest In The World”
There are a couple of neighborhoods around the Land of Lincoln that immediately come to mind when I think of the "coolest" places to live. Maybe because I'm a die-hard Cubs fan, but I can't think of a cooler neighborhood in the world than Wrigleyville, with the bars and pubs right by the National Landmark.
Illinois quick hits: Pro-Palestinian protesters vandalize home of state treasurer; State lawmakers set aside $4 million for park next to governor's mansion
Pro-Palestinian protesters vandalize home of state treasurer A group of protesters gathered outside the home of Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs this week, with vandals throwing red paint onto the house and shouting through a bullhorn in the early morning hours. According to the treasurer, the group of pro-Palestinian protesters were demonstrating against his office's decision to invest in companies with ties to Israel. Frerichs said that the paint splattered over the front of his home and also damaged toys belonging to his 1-year-old twins, who...
After storied time as the ‘Velvet Hammer,’ Michael Madigan to face a jury
It was Jan. 12, 1983, and the newly installed Democratic Speaker Michael J. Madigan stood on the Illinois House podium, surveyed the kingdom he now ruled and picked up the wooden gavel that symbolized his rise to power. He declared it a “new era” in Springfield. Unlike others who would slam the gavel to bring the House to order, Madigan often held it by its barrel-shaped head and gently tapped ...
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