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As Illinois Receives Praise for Its Cannabis Equity Efforts, Stakeholders Still Working on System’s Flaws
Medical marijuana patients can now purchase cannabis grown by small businesses as part of their allotment, Illinois’ top cannabis regulator said, but smaller, newly licensed cannabis growers are still seeking greater access to the state’s medical marijuana customers. Illinois legalized medicinal marijuana beginning in 2014, then legalized it...
Celebrity Singer’s Semi-Truck Crashes Into Illinois Bridge
A semi-truck carrying equipment for a big summer concert tour got stuck under a bridge in Illinois. The Show Must Go On After Concert Tour Truck Gets Stuck Under Illinois Bridge. Being on the road as a famous musician is not an easy job. The bigger the artist, then the...
Homeowner Associations Can’t Ban Native Plants, Thanks to New Illinois Law
Native plants have been gaining in popularity as more and more gardeners have come to appreciate their ecosystem benefits, which range from supporting endangered wildlife to improving stormwater absorption. But not everyone is a fan. Homeowner associations (HOAs) across the country, including many in Illinois, have adopted prohibitions against native...
High Arsenic Levels: Walmart Recalls Apple Juice Sold In Illinois
Just think about all the different food product recalls we've been hearing about and dealing with over the last few months alone. We've been warned of the dangers of a certain brand of deli meat being possible contaminated with listeria. The recall involving those meat products covered over 7 million pounds of various meats that were produced at a single location. Several deaths have potentially resulted from ingestion of the recalled products.
From cold towels to early dismissal, people finding ways to cope with heat wave in the Midwest
CHICAGO (AP) — As a second straight day of hot soupy temperatures approaching triple digits hung over much of the Midwest on Tuesday, residents looked for ways to stay cool and indoors. Darrell Taylor, 61, has no air-conditioning in his apartment in Chicago, where it reached a record-breaking 98...
Bradley University to host TEDx talk next month to promote ‘ideas worth spreading’
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Bradley University will bring several people together next month for a TEDx talk, a grassroots initiative, created in the spirit of TED’s overall mission to research and discover “ideas worth spreading.”. The event will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 11 at...
As we approach another flu season, health care providers are once and for all debunking some hygiene myths.
You should not feed a fever and starve a cold, hydration is key when you're sick. Do not go back to work or school until you're fever free for 24 hours, that's less than 100.4 degrees, and have improving symptoms. You do not need really hot water to wash hands,...
USI jump-starts 2024 campaign at the CEFCU Invitational
EVANSVILLE, Ind.- University of Southern Indiana 2024 Volleyball season debuts this Friday and Saturday at the CEFCU Invitational at Bradley University at Renaissance Coliseum in Peoria, Illinois. The Screaming Eagles will take on a trio of opponents starting with the University of St. Thomas and Depaul University on Friday, August 30 at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. The Eagles return to the Renaissance Coliseum on Saturday to match up with Bradley University at 4:30 p.m. in a re-match of last years thrilling game.
Volleyball ready for 2024 opener against Southern Indiana, Bradley and DePaul
ST. PAUL, Minn. -- The St. Thomas volleyball program opens the 2024 season with a trio of matches Aug. 30-31 at the CEFCU Invitational at Renaissance Coliseum in Peoria, Ill. The Tommies open the tournament and season against Southern Indiana on Friday at 10 a.m. before facing the host Bradley at 6:30 p.m. the same day. The Purple finish the weekend against DePaul on Saturday at 1 p.m.
City of Galva Cleanup Week from September 30th to October 5th
Galva is gearing up for its second cleanup week, set to take place from September 30th to October 5th, 2024. This initiative, open only to city residents, vows to help clean up the community efficiently. Those participating will need to show proof of residency to dispose of their eligible items at the city maintenance yard. Additionally, if transportation poses a challenge, handicapped residents can arrange for items to be picked up. Assistance will only be available from 7 AM to 1 PM on Monday, September 30, Tuesday, October 1st, and Wednesday, October 2nd. They will only come to your residence one time for pickup. Keep in mind that this service won’t accept hazardous materials or restricted items. It’s a great opportunity for locals to declutter and contribute to a cleaner, greener environment in Galva.
Carnival returns, new attractions coming to Tri-County Fair
MENDOTA -- The summer is ending. School is back in session, the sun is setting earlier, and the temperatures are hiking up for a few weeks before they plumet into fall. This all means one thing in Mendota, it's time for the Tri-County Fair, Thursday, Aug. 29 through Monday, Sept. 2. Gates open at 4 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and noon on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.
Archdiocese of Chicago announces Illinois' first natural burial site
PALATINE, Ill. - One suburban cemetery is going green when it comes to going 'six feet under.'. The Archdiocese of Chicago is introducing natural burials and has unveiled a natural burial site at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Cemetery in Palatine. While natural burials are not a new concept, the...
Claimants seek $58 million, allege ISP negligence around Highland Park shooter
(The Center Square) – Illinois taxpayers could be on the hook for monetary awards to claimants suing Illinois State Police for alleged negligence in the run up to the 2022 Highland Park mass shooting. Seven people died and dozens were injured in the shooting that took place on Independence...
Public submissions for new design of Illinois state flag will soon be accepted
The state of Illinois might be getting a new flag.Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said public submissions for a new design will be accepted starting Tuesday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchTen of those designs will be selected.SEE ALSO: Rancho Cucamonga woodworker's patriotic passion, making flags that are works of artAfter a public feedback period, the general assembly will decide whether to adopt a new flag or keep the current one.Visit www.ilsos.gov or submit designs via mail addressed to Illinois Flag Commission, Howlett Building, Room 476, 501 S. Second St., Springfield, IL 62756.Minnesota unveiled its new flag in December 2023, using a similar method to the one adopted by Illinois, a news release from Giannoulias' office Wednesday said. Both Michigan and Maine are also considering an official change in their state flags, the release said.
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