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Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth to lead U.S. delegation to Paralympic Games
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth will lead the U.S. delegation at the 2024 Paralympic Games opening in Paris along with the newly revealed members tasked with representing America at the global event and closing ceremonies.
Beloit man sentenced on 2023 federal drug charges
BELOIT, Wis. (WTVO) — Iyon Perkins, 42, has been sentenced to two and a half years in federal prison for maintaining a drug dwelling and conspiracy to distribute cocaine. Law enforcement authorities from multiple agencies swarmed five residences in Beloit in September 2023 for a “complex narcotics investigation.” The Rock County Sheriff’s Office said the […]
Rockford University to Present President’s Opening Convocation Ceremony on Friday, August 23
WHEN: Friday, Aug. 23, 2024, at noon. WHERE: Maddox Theatre in Clark Arts Center at Rockford University. Rockford University is located at 5050 E. State St. in Rockford, Illinois. WHAT: Rockford University will hold its annual President’s Opening Convocation Ceremony on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. Opening Convocation is a...
Nearly 200 people become naturalized citizens at Illinois fair
(The Center Square) – With the threat of another wave of migrants bused to Illinois during the Democratic National Convention next week, nearly 200 people became U.S. citizens Wednesday during a ceremony at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The group, who came from 49 different countries, took the Oath of Allegiance. Several elected officials were on hand, including U.S. Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth, and Gov. J.B. Pritzker. ...
Area students begin medical education during White Coat ceremony
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford class of 2028 arrives on campus to begin their medical journeys. During a Friday ceremony, 57 first-year medical students grabbed their medical education white coats and took an oath as they entered the field of medicine. For the next four years, medical students will wear the coats and begin their journey to become doctors.
Healthcare waiver to expand Medicaid coverage gets federal approval
The Healthcare Transformation 1115 Demonstration waiver was federally approved July 2, allowing the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services to expand Medicaid coverage. That additional coverage is expected to help address root causes of health disparities, according to an Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker press release. That includes housing and...
Dennis Quaid to visit Dixon for ‘Reagan’ film premiere event
DIXON, Ill. (WIFR) - Actor Dennis Quaid is set to attend a red-carpet premiere event for the new movie ‘Reagan’ at the Dixon Historic Theater. Quaid stars as the 40th U.S. president in a new film based on Ronald Reagan’s life. The event begins at 6 p.m....
Motorcycle Repair Shop Business Could Be Coming To Coal City
The Coal City Planning and Zoning Board recently heard about two presentations. Village Administrator Matt Fritz said the first presentation was by Adam Katavich, who is requesting a conditional use to allow a motor vehicle repair business within a C-5 District. Your browser does not support the audio element. The...
OSF HealthCare welcomes new provider to Streator
OSF HealthCare is pleased to add a new family medicine provider to its staff to better serve Streator and the surrounding areas. The addition of Laurie Sabol, APRN, will ensure increased access for patients in need of family medicine care at OSF HealthCare Medical Group located at 111 Spring Street, Floor 4, Streator.
Liberty Arts Festival celebrates its 10th annual event this Saturday
Aug. 15—An annual late summer event that shines a spotlight on Grundy County's rich arts scene is returning this weekend in Morris with several new features — and notable milestones. The 10th annual Liberty Arts Festival is slated for this Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., along Liberty Street. Julie Wilkinson, business development director with the city of Morris, is one of multiple ...
After months of setbacks, Wisconsin’s Rock Aqua Jays win 23rd national water skiing title
Janesville’s high-flying water ski show team earned its 23rd national title after facing months of high waters on the Rock River. The Rock Aqua Jays Water ski show team recently took the top spot at the Division 1 Show Ski Nationals in Indiana after a season full of cancellations.
Illinois Town Dubbed ‘Worst Drivers’ In America, 1 City in Top 12
Be cautious when driving through this Illinois town because it has some of the worst drivers in America. When we thought Illinois couldn't make anymore embarrassing lists, think again. We've been named one of the worst states to call home, for middle class families, and most likely to fall for scams. We can't catch a break!
Mobile Museum of Tolerance visits Illinois State Fair with message of acceptance
SPRINGFIELD (WGEM) - The Illinois State Fair has plenty to see and do. This year, that includes the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Mobile Museum of Tolerance. “This bus could change so many lives,” said Jeff Schoep, a guest speaker with the Mobile Museum of Tolerance. Before working with the...
First Illinois DMV+ facility opens in Chicago suburb
Illinois' first-ever "DMV+" opened Thursday morning in the upgraded Melrose Park facility, promoting new services and reduced wait times. This will make it easier for customers to get vehicle stickers or renew their licenses or other needs without a trip downtown.
Illinois’ AG recognizes challenges in defending gun control laws
(The Center Square) – In defending gun control laws in Illinois and other states, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul recognizes the challenges posed by recent U.S. Supreme Court precedent on the right to keep and bear arms. Raoul’s office is defending the state’s gun ban in federal court. Illinois is not the only place Raoul is defending gun control laws. He’s filed friends of the court briefs in other federal courts supporting gun control laws in Massachusetts, Minnesota and beyond. ...
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