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Democrats Asked NOT to Book Hotels Under Own Names Due To Safety Concerns as Pro-Palestinian Protestors Converge on DNC – Report
The convention will kick off on Monday and will wrap up on Thursday with Vice President Kamala Harris expected to formally receive her party's nomination. The post Democrats Asked NOT to Book Hotels Under Own Names Due To Safety Concerns as Pro-Palestinian Protestors Converge on DNC – Report first appeared on Mediaite.
Missouri outlawed abortion. Now it’s funding an anti-abortion group that works in other states
On a recent Saturday outside a Planned Parenthood clinic in Fairview Heights, Illinois, a woman wearing a reflective orange vest and body camera flagged down a car pulling into the facility. “Hi, can I talk to you a second?” the woman, Sheri King, said to the driver, reaching for a...
Many Say These Illinois Grasslands are a Hidden National Treasure
It's easy to take for granted something that's practically in your own backyard, but Illinois really does have a special place that many sadly overlook. Those that have visited it say it's one of America's hidden and underrated national treasures and they're not wrong. I had to be reminded of...
Warning In Illinois, Iowa And Wisconsin: If You See A Dryer Sheet In Your Mailbox Leave It There
Summer is coming to an end and that warm humid weather is still here which means the wildlife, and bugs are out again. Those bugs can get annoying... thankfully there might be a solution.
It’s A Historic Time For Illinois High School Girls Sports
It's a very exciting time for high school sports in Illinois with a new opportunity starting this fall for the female athletes. High School Girls Flag Football Kicks Off Officially This Fall In Illinois. It's been an amazing year for women's sports. A year ago, a world record-breaking crowd of...
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
Illinois pilots broke record for endurance flight
Editor’s note: This is part of a series on famous Americans who grew up on Midwest farms. Two brothers’ fascination with flight led them to attempt to break a world endurance record flying in a light aircraft. Sounds like the beginning of a cinematic production and it happened...
Disturbing Number of Missouri Kids Have Recently Gone Missing
I'm not certain why there appears to be a sudden uptick of Missouri kids that have gone missing, but it's certainly a disturbing turn of events. I frequently share updates on Missouri kids who's families do not know their whereabouts in the hopes that by getting their information out there quickly will increase the chance that they will return home safely. That's why I check the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children often to keep track of how Missouri kids are doing. I was in a bit of disbelief when I saw that there are a half-dozen Missouri children who have been reported missing in just the past 3 or 4 weeks. The names of each of these kids is linked to more detailed information about the last time they were seen and where they are from.
As Democrats meet in Chicago, Illinois' role in abortion access is in the spotlight
The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. At Hope Clinic in Granite City, Ill., Dr. Erin King and her staff have rearranged the waiting room for patients who’ve been traveling here from across the country. There are spaces for children to play and for families to relax or watch TV.
Police Beat for Sunday, August 18th, 2024
Three people were taken to the Marion County Jail on Saturday on outstanding warrants. 38-year-old Eddie Armstrong of East Kell in Centralia and 24-year-old Alvin Fowler of Carlyle Street in Belleville were both arrested by Centralia Police on outstanding St. Clair County warrants. Centralia Police arrested 56-year-old George Barnes of...
Illinois Home To One Of Most Expensive Colleges In America
In recent years, the dream of earning a degree from a top-tier university has become increasingly elusive, as tuition costs have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. The financial burden of pursuing higher education is now a critical concern for students and families alike, forcing many to reconsider their academic aspirations. College...
Many Say These Illinois Grasslands are a Hidden National Treasure
It's easy to take for granted something that's practically in your own backyard, but Illinois really does have a special place that many sadly overlook. Those that have visited it say it's one of America's hidden and underrated national treasures and they're not wrong. I had to be reminded of...
Community garden uprooted in north St. Louis after SLPS, SLU deal gone wrong
ST. LOUIS — Volunteers from near and far were forced to dismantle a community garden in north St. Louis on Saturday. Nick Speed's non-profit UJIMA has used the land outside the Clay Community Center on North 14th St. to grow produce and flowers and provide access to food, education, and jobs for people in the area.
Illinois Home To One Of Most Expensive Colleges In America
In recent years, the dream of earning a degree from a top-tier university has become increasingly elusive, as tuition costs have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. The financial burden of pursuing higher education is now a critical concern for students and families alike, forcing many to reconsider their academic aspirations. College...
Hershey Sweet Adventure Is Coming To Illinois This Fall
Candy lovers are super excited about this special tasty exhibit coming to Illinois this fall. I'm a big fan of these temporary exhibits that come through in Illinois. A couple of years ago, I went to one for the television show, "The Office." It was a stand-alone event. I brought my family and we had a great time.
2024 DNC: Pritzker hosts kickoff luncheon as protesters from around the US start arriving in Chicago
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker hosted a Convention Kickoff Luncheon on Saturday afternoon as national protesters descend upon Chicago ahead of the Democratic National Convention."I've got to ask you, are you ready for the fight? Are you ready for the fight?" Pritzker said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchOn the eve of the DNC, the who's who of the Democratic Party in Illinois gathered for a final luncheon near McCormick Place, focusing their efforts on launching Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to victory."So that in about 81 days, we'll all get to say the...
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