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Chemical release from Will County plant prompts large emergency response
The release of a volatile chemical led to a large emergency response on Saturday at a plant in unincorporated Will County, authorities said. At around 11:38 a.m., the Channahon Fire Protection District was called to INEOS Styrenics for a hazardous material incident, the fire district said in a news release. Fire crews arrived to facility employees attempting to cool a large container of approximately 5,000 gallons of styrene. Styrene is a liquid used to create polystyrene, a solid plastic.
Will County, IL – Hazmat Incident: I-55 Open, Area Safe to Avoid
Channahon, IL – Channahon Fire Protection District is managing a hazardous materials incident at 25846 S Frontage Road in Channahon this Saturday afternoon. The situation is contained, and there are no threats to the community. Currently, there are no evacuation advisories, and I-55 remains open in both directions. Authorities advise avoiding the area until the incident is fully resolved.
Youth Job Center marks 41 years of helping local young adults
Destiny Frieson was working 12-hour shifts as a server at the Mather Evanston retirement home when a friend urged her to connect with the Youth Job Center. Two years later, she has helped deliver babies and sell houses – and is studying to become a software engineer. “I’m a...
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker floated as potential VP running mate
CHICAGO (CBS) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has been floated as a potential running mate to Kamala Harris, who on Sunday announced her intention to run for the Democratic nomination for president following the news that President Joe Biden would not seek reelection.Pritzker was at his Gold Coast home on Sunday, and it was unclear what talks he has had or who he has been communicating with since Mr. Biden suspended his reelection campaign earlier in the day.Pritzker is one of several people who could potentially join Harris on a Democratic ticket, including Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer,...
Speech Experts Really Don’t Like How You’re Saying ‘Illinois’
There are rebels in our midst that are saying what should be an obvious word incorrectly. It's such a problem that the speech experts have issued a warning to everyone that has managed to say "Illinois" incorrectly. I'm a live and let live kind of person. If you want to...
Don’t Fall Victim to the Latest USPS Text Scam Circulating Illinois
We should all know better by now, but I nearly fell victim to a new package delivery text scam the other day, and I don't want the same thing to happen to you. Here's one thing I can guarantee about me; if you call or text me from a number I don't recognize, I will not answer or respond...ever. My notorious call screening usually saves me from phone scammers, BUT, when I have been waiting for over two weeks for Japanese Beetle traps I desperately need to arrive, receiving a text about a delivery issue almost had me falling hook, line, and sinker into the scammer's trap.
Illinois and Wisconsin Kids Invited to Bring Their Small Businesses to August Market
Are your kids obsessed with making friendship bracelets? Hosting lemonade stands? Turn their hobbies into cash this August in Rockton, Illinois. When I think back to being a kid and wanting to earn a few extra bucks, I land on a memory of my friends and I creating some sort of dog's baby-sitting service.
Plainfield state representative seeks non-partisan dialogue at leadership conference
Plainfield State Representative Harry Benton is working with lawmakers from across the country on finding ways to communicate about policy and keep it non-partisan. During an event he recently attended at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business, 50 lawmakers from across the country gathered to discuss, debate, and learn the essential elements of leadership in a representative democracy.
Chicago Fire FC II Bounces Back with Home Win Against New England Revolution II
Bridgeview, Ill. (July 21, 2024) – Chicago Fire FC II (8-4-6-5) earned three points in a 3-2 home win over New England Revolution II (4-12-2-2) Sunday afternoon at SeatGeek Stadium. David Poreba scored his league-leading 12th goal of the year, while Lamonth Rochester and Jason Shokalook each scored their second of 2024. The victory was an Eastern Conference-high sixth at home for Chicago this campaign.
OPPD crew returning after supporting power restoration efforts in Iowa, Illinois
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The OPPD crew that traveled to Iowa and Illinois to assist power workers there with restoration after a line major storms rolled through the region is headed back home. In an update Saturday, OPPD said that in addition to general power restoration assistance, their transportation mechanics...
Isolated Thunderstorms Predicted for Illinois-Wisconsin State Line Sunday
Chicago, IL – Isolated thunderstorms are expected near the Illinois-Wisconsin state line on Sunday, with a chance of storms continuing throughout the week. According to the US National Weather Service in Chicago, the region will experience near-seasonable temperatures with occasional showers. Sunday’s weather will feature isolated afternoon showers with...
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