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Edwardsville to soon welcome ‘all things pickleball’
What has been deemed as America’s fastest growing sport is headed to Edwardsville, and in a big way. SmashHouse, a premier pickleball tournament facility, is coming to the southeast corner of the new 95-acre Park North commercial development located at the Interstate 55 and IL-143 interchange. Park North is just north of and adjacent to the Plummer Family Park and will include other sports and family attractions as well as new lodging facilities and other ancillary visitor services.
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Wins National Award for Exhibit
SPRINGFIELD – The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has won a national “Leadership in History” award for its exhibit exploring the many ways and reasons that people have made Illinois their home over the centuries. The exhibit, “Here I Have Lived: Home in Illinois,” is now available online so that people anywhere in the world can explore the lives of immigrants, Native Americans, future presidents and social activists.
Illinois Democrat becomes latest House member to call on Biden to exit race
Rep. Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) became the latest House Democrat to call on President Biden to exit the 2024 presidential race Friday, following his poor debate performance last week. Quigley, in an interview Friday evening on MSNBC’s “All in with Chris Hayes,” joined a growing list of Democrats who are skeptical about Biden’s ability to beat…
Walmart told their receipt defense is not OK after shopper says he fell for ‘bait and switch’ tactic and was overcharged
AS Walmart is set to again face a lawsuit claiming the retailer misled shoppers about prices, a court has ruled that the company cannot use a defense involving printed receipts. The class action lawsuit, lead by plaintiff Yoram Kahn, has accused Walmart of overcharging shoppers with “bait and switch” tactics by having some prices listed […]
New Ranking Says Illinois Not Missouri a Best Off-the-Grid State
I consider this a major upset. For years, Missouri has been considered one of the best states to live off-the-grid. No more. A new ranking claims it's Illinois that's one of the best places to live away from civilization and no longer the Show Me State. This brand new off-the-grid...
Illinois Closings: This Fast Food Giant May Be Shuttering Stores
For over a year now, it seems as though each new week brings some news about another company with locations throughout the country deciding (or being forced to decide) to permanently close multiple locations. We've seen several major retailers in Illinois close their doors forever, and we've seen even more...
Unsettled pattern with on and off rain chances ahead
It was a bit of a cooler day across the Stateline today with a few spotty showers amid mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures only reached the upper 70s for most, compared to the low 80s like yesterday. This was a perfect example of scattered showers throughout the afternoon and evening. While...
Illinois quick hits: Mayor pushing back on property tax hikes; electric van fires being investigated
Mayor pushing back on property tax hikes A group of northern Illinois mayors are pushing back after resident’s property tax bills skyrocketed. Harvey Mayor Christopher Clark is included and is pursuing efforts to address the surging property tax bills. Clark said Harvey was one of 15 south suburban communities that saw increases of 30% or more in property taxes. During a news conference, Clark said his administration is calling for support for other communities to commit to a “hold the tax” pledge. ...
Opponents fear fewer jobs for Black nurses if proposed law enacted
(The Center Square) – Despite opposition, a bill that creates a Certified Medication Aide program passed both chambers of the Illinois Legislature and awaits the governor's signature. Opponents fear it could further burden nurses and mean fewer jobs for Black registered nurses. Senate Bill 1779 seeks to create a “certified medication aide” program. Through the program, qualified individuals will be able to administer medications under the supervision of a registered nurse. The bill has been sent to the governor. ...
Illinois police are making more traffic stops: Study
(WTVO) — New data showed Illinois police made more traffic stops in 2023 than the year before. The Department of Transportation’s study shows stops are up 12%, the highest since 2019. 4 out of 5 police agencies reported they stopped more Black and Latino drivers compared to White drivers. Black drivers were more likely to […]
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