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$483k Awarded to 3 Illinois Cities for Water Supply Energy Efficiency Upgrades
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Energy has awarded $483,790 to three public water supply facilities through the Public Water Supply Energy Efficiency Grant Program. READ MORE: Illinois and Wisconsin Residents Being Warned of 'Puppy Scam'. According to a press release from the Illinois EPA, these grants are aimed...
Black Moms Rising: Illinois health committee receives funding to tackle maternal mortality
ABC7 Chicago's race and culture series, "Black Moms Rising," continues to take a look at maternity in the Black community.The CDC has offered $118 million in funding to tackle maternal mortality nationwide, including the state of Illinois. The funding goes towards a team of experts tasked with gathering data and developing solutions.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe funding will help continue the work of Illinois' Maternal Mortality Review Committee. It is one of 46 committees across the country working to keep moms from dying during childbirth.ABC7 was told the Illinois committee has has a strong focus...
Illinois State Police completes largest security detail in agency history
CHICAGO – From the time Air Force Two landed at O’Hare airport Sunday, August 18, 2024 to the time of “wheels up” on Friday, August 23, 2024, the Illinois State Police (ISP) successfully protected the safety and security of the democratic process with the largest deployment of ISP personnel to a single event in the agency’s 100 year history.
Cooler trend heading into Labor Day weekend
It has been a much cooler day compared to Monday and Tuesday across the Stateline, but the humidity remains high with dew points in the 70s. This will remain the case as a pair of cold fronts pass through, bringing a cooler holiday weekend. The first of which will slide...
Older Adults in Illinois at Increased Risk for Suicide
Nearly 20 percent of suicides in Illinois between 2020 and 2021 were among people 65 years and older, according to recently released data from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. The suicides disproportionately affected white men between the ages of 65 and 74 years, with at least a high school education living in small urban and rural environments and involving firearms as the source of fatal injury.
Illinois is Home to Two of Hollywood’s ‘Worst’ Stars
It's not like many actors were born and bred in Illinois, but according to this dismal list, two of the worst actors ever are from here. The truth is, I was more surprised that these not-so-great thespians were from the Land of Lincoln, but after a quick Google search, I got the confirmation I was looking for.
Lee & Associates negotiates 101,577-square-foot industrial sale in Itasca
Lee & Associates, has closed the 101,577-square-foot sale of 701 Rohlwing Road in Itasca, Illinois. This is the largest user sale in the O’Hare submarket this year by both sale price and square foot. The sale transaction closed Aug. 1. Jeffrey J. Janda and Jeff Galante, principals at Lee...
Eastham Capital acquires 75% ownership interest in mixed-use community in Vernon Hills
Eastham Capital acquired a 75% ownership interest in The Landing at Town Center, a mixed-use community in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Eastham Capital has invested through its current fund, Eastham Capital Fund VI, LP. The acquisition also includes a significant renovation budget. Chicago-based Bender Companies, who has partnered with Eastham Capital on multiple projects, will manage the property and oversee its enhancements.
VHHS Football LIVE this Friday night vs Grayslake North 8/30 @ 7 p.m. - Link in Story
Follow this link to Live Stream the VHHS Foorball Game 8/30 at 7:00 p.m. Please note: These videos do not meet current federal requirements for ADA compliance in that they do not provide closed captioning or video description. The links and this story will be removed from the VHHS website by September 6th.
Sunday, September 1 | Batavia Block Party & Taste of Batavia
Batavia’s Block Party & Taste of Batavia will return to give summer a warm farewell on Sunday, September 1 from 4pm to 9pm at Peg Bond Center. A Car Show will also be held on Houston Street. “Block Party & Taste of Batavia is the perfect opportunity to gather...
Senior Sunrise to be held Aug. 30
Central’s Senior Sunrise will be held on Friday Aug. 30 at 6 a.m. at the Knoch Park baseball field. The event, in its second year, will feature complimentary Dunkin’ beverages and donuts. The event was seen as a success when it was introduced last year, according to Jeromy...
Westmont Police Department Schedules Community Outreach Programs
The Westmont Police Department will be offering two community outreach programs, each with the goal of creating positive interactions with the public and sharing information regarding the duties and responsibilities of law enforcement. Sign-up for these classes has begun. Class sizes are limited. CITIZENS’ POLICE ACADEMY. The 2024 Westmont...
Police Squad Car Clean Up Event Set Sept. 5 At Wheeler Park
The public may notice a heavy police presence Thursday, Sept. 5 at Wheeler Park in Geneva, but there is no need to worry. A contractor will be on hand to clean the interiors of squad cars from police agencies from across the Tri-Cities. Geneva, Batavia and St. Charles police officers...
“Lumenaura” to Light Up Downtown Aurora this Fall
For one month, Downtown Aurora will be lit up this Fall with specially crafted interactive light and sound experience called Lumenaura!. Between October 4th and and November 1st, this free, family-friendly event will give residents a chance to have fun with light-and-sound-based installations, interactive street art, dazzling live entertainment, futuristic projection mapping, a variety of food and beverage options, and more.
Naperville Jaycees celebrate memory of JCI Senator Al DeGeeter during 2024 Labor Day Parade
The Naperville Jaycees will remember JCI Senator Al DeGeeter (July 4, 1940 – Oct. 8, 2023) during the 2024 Labor Day Parade. (PN File Photo 2013) Join the Jaycees as they pay tribute to a much beloved member during the 2024 Labor Day Parade that steps off along Mill Street at 10AM Mon., Sept 2.
Sugar Grove Village Board met Tuesday to discuss current planned development district, annexation agreement for Grove project
---- A continuation of discussion for the Sugar Grove Village Board took place Tuesday night into the early morning hours Wednesday at Village Bible Church. The discussions were regarding the proposed planned development district (PDD) and annexation agreement for the 760 acre development project known as The Grove.. Village Board...
Wisconsin winning $2M Powerball ticket sold in Bristol
BRISTOL, Wis. - A winning $2 million Powerball ticket was sold at the Bristol BP gas station. The winning Wisconsin ticket matched five of five numbers (5-33-47-50-64) but not the Powerball (20). The ticket included the $1 Power Play option turning a $1 million prize into $2 million because of the 2X Power Play multiplier.
Gift of Wings Hosts 45th Annual Frank Mots International Kite Festival
As summer draws to a close, Gift of Wings invites families and kite enthusiasts to celebrate the end of the season at the 45th Annual Frank Mots International Kite Festival. Sponsored by IKEA in the Milwaukee and Chicago areas, the event will take place on Sept. 7-8 at Veterans Park, along Milwaukee’s scenic lakefront.
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