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Commonwealth Foundation gives Illinois an 'F' for labor laws
(The Center Square) – A new report says Illinois is failing when it comes to worker freedom. Along with Policy Analyst Andrew Holman, David Osborne, senior fellow of labor policy for the Commonwealth Foundation, authored the report titled, “The Battle for Worker Freedom: Grading State Public Sector Labor Laws.” “Well, I hate to say it. Illinois probably set a new standard for ‘F’,” Osborne said. ...
Lake County investigators searching for man suspected of stabbing 14-year-old girl
CROWN POINT, Ind. (WISH) — The Lake County Sheriff’s Department on Saturday is searching for a man who is suspected of stabbing a 14-year-old girl at a baseball game. Investigators believe the victim, a 14-year-old girl, was watching her brother’s baseball game at the VFW baseball field in Lowell, Indiana, with her mother. Around 3:45 […]
Orland Park Fundraiser Today: Rainbow Cone Supports Humane Society—Find Out How You Can Help Local Animals
Orland Park, IL – Rainbow Cone in Orland Park will host a special fundraising event on Saturday, August 31, 2024, benefiting the NAWS Humane Society. The iconic ice cream shop will donate 20% of its sales to support the organization’s animal rescue and adoption efforts. To participate, customers...
Sandburg XC Teams Open Seasons at Sauk Valley
The Sandburg men’s and women’s cross country teams hope to continue their run of success under a new coach. The Chargers, led by Kim Schrader, will start their seasons at the Sauk Valley Early Season Opener at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Schrader was named the teams’ coach earlier this month following the July 2 passing of Rodney Blue, who’d led the Sandburg cross country program since 2015. Under Blue, the Chargers won five Region 4 championships and sent a team or individual to the NJCAA national meet in eight seasons.
Burt Odelson on Tiffany Henyard’s special meeting of one
Attorney Burt Odelson joins Lisa Dent to talk about the special meeting in Thornton Township called by Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard earlier this week and the ongoing turmoil going on in the Village of Dolton where Henyard is also mayor. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka
This loving pup just wants to snuggle
Our PAWS Chicago Pet of the Week is a loving, 5-year-old girl named Belina. She came to PAWS from one of their shelter partners and has been eager for adventure ever since! She loves to train, swim, go for a card ride, and most importantly, snuggle.
DePaul Set to Host Florida Gulf Coast
CHICAGO – DePaul women's soccer plays host to Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) for the first time in program history on Sunday, Sept. 1, with first touch slated for 12:30 p.m. CT. Fans can stream the match on FloSports or follow live stats via StatBroadcast. The Blue Demons (0-3-1)...
DePaul Wins Second Match in Three Sets
Peoria, Ill. – DePaul volleyball defeated St. Thomas, 3-0 (25-21, 25-18, 25-21), Saturday afternoon, earning a sweep in their second game of the season. The outing was a strong defensive showing for the Blue Demons (2-0), with four players recording double-figure digs. Senior libero Rachel Krasowski contributed a team-high 25 digs, while sophomore Nora Mannion added 14 of her own.
Urgent Warning for Illinois Boaters Ahead of Labor Day Weekend
As Labor Day weekend approaches, the Illinois Conservation Police emphasize the importance of wearing life jackets to prevent drownings. Illinois Conservation Police Urge Boaters to Wear Life Jackets. This year alone, the department has responded to 48 boating-related incidents, resulting in 15 fatalities and 15 injuries. Alarmingly, 13 of these...
Shooting in South Side park leaves 1 injured, investigation underway
CHICAGO — Authorities are investigating a shooting at a park on the city’s South Side that left a woman injured on Saturday evening. According to Chicago police, the shooting unfolded just after 7 p.m. in the 5100 block of South Ellsworth Drive in Washington Park. Officers said the victim, a 49-year-old woman, was inside Washington […]
Chicago Fire FC II Cap Off Road Trip with Draw at New England Revolution II
Foxborough, Mass. (August 31, 2024) – Chicago Fire FC II (8-7-8-5, 37 points) earned a 1-1 draw at New England Revolution II (4-15-4-3, 19 points) Saturday evening at Gillette Stadium. Omari Glasgow opened the scoring three minutes into the match with his fourth goal of the year, while Patrick Los recorded four saves in another solid appearance.
Chicago shooting: Woman shot to death inside vehicle at Little Village gathering ID'd, police say
A woman was shot to death at a gathering on the city's Southwest Side early Saturday morning, Chicago police said.Police said the shooting happened in the Little Village neighborhood's 3900-block of West Ogden Avenue just before 12:15 a.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA 58-year-old woman was inside a vehicle at a gathering when someone fired shots from an alley, striking her in the neck, police said.Police said the Chicago Fire Department transported the victim in critical condition to Mount Sinai Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office has identified the victim as Ondrea Monique King of Chicago.There is no one in custody and Area Four detectives are investigating.Police did not immediately provide further information about the shooting.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood Chicago shootings: Tracking gun violence in 2024, with live updates
2 arrested after robbing man at gunpoint next to Chicago police surveillance camera
CHICAGO — Two men face robbery charges after they allegedly held up two people on Tuesday morning but made the critical mistake of committing one of the crimes in front of a Chicago Police Department surveillance camera. Justin Douglas, 21, and Rayshawn Warship, 19, are each charged with two...
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