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Fewer Americans file for jobless claims as applications remain at elevated, but not troubling levels
Fewer Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week, but applications remained at recently elevated, though not troubling levels. Jobless claims for the week ending July 20 fell by 10,000 to 235,000 from 245,000 the previous week, the Labor Department reported Thursday. It’s the ninth straight week claims came in above 220,000. Before that stretch, claims had been below that number in all but three weeks so far in 2024. Weekly unemployment claims are widely considered as representative of layoffs, and though they have been slightly higher the past couple of months, they remain at historically healthy levels. The total number of Americans collecting unemployment benefits fell for the second time in three weeks. About 1.85 million Americans were collecting jobless benefits for the week of July 13, around 9,000 fewer than the previous week.
Explore More Illinois Welcomes Back Chicago Red Stars
Explore More Illinois, RAILS’ online cultural and recreational pass program for Illinois libraries, welcomes back for the 2024 season, the Chicago Red Stars in Bridgeview!. Established in 2007, the Red Stars were a founding member of the former Women’s Professional Soccer and would later become one of the original eight teams to form the National Women’s Soccer League in 2013. The Red Stars have made the playoffs in six consecutive years from 2015-2020, clinching the team’s first appearance in the NWSL Championship in the 2019 season as well as appearing in the NWSL’s Challenge Cup Final in 2020.
Parks and Rec staff and board disagree over approach to creating new parks
At the July 18 Parks and Recreation Board meeting, disagreement between staff and board members – mayoral appointees approved by the City Council – over city projects sparked tensions, prompting a council member in the audience to speak up. At the meeting, staff and board members were working...
Village Offers Online Permitting For Roofing & Window/Door Replacement Projects
The Village of Westmont is now offering online express permitting for certain residential roofing and window/door replacement projects. “One of the goals for the Village is to improve efficiency in regard to the way we are able to conduct business with the public,” said Village Building Commissioner Jason Vitell. “This new online permitting process is a step in that direction. These types of express permits account for approximately one-third of all residential permit requests. We hope to offer more online permits in the future.” The online permits allow applicants to complete the entire permitting process without visiting the Community Development Department in person.
EPD to hold active shooter response training at ETHS
Evanston Township High School and the Evanston Police Department will hold police training at the high school July 24-26 aimed at preparing officers for responding to active shooter threats, especially in a scenario where only one officer responds first. Active shooter incidents in the U.S. have risen by 89% from...
Forest Park Police Press Release
Officers from the Forest Park Police Department were dispatched to the area of Jackson and Thomas, Forest Park, IL on July 10, 2024 at approximately 7:55pm for multiple reports of gunshots fired. Witnesses told responding officers that they heard approximately three gunshots and observed a maroon Chevrolet fleeing the area.
Local music roundup: July 25-31
Evanston and nearby locations will be a musical paradise this week! There are many free concerts – including one by our esteemed fellow Evanstonian and harmonica superstar Howard Levy! Pablo Cruise will bring yacht rock to Skokie! Liv Warfield comes to SPACE to amaze us with her intense R&B skills. You can make an easy trip to Niles to hear the great blues singer Milwaukee Slim. And this weekend, the Out Of Space fest will be rocking! Be still, my heart!
Historic: Entire U.S. Men’s Saber Squad from Harvard for Olympics 2024
Harvard is making history at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris with eight members of the U.S. and Canadian fencing teams having ties to the university, including all four members of the U.S. men's saber squad, marking the first time in Olympics history for a whole squad to come from the same college.
Ex-Cub Jon Lester takes up golf at Korn Ferry Tour in Glenview
GLENVIEW, Ill. (CBS) -- The Korn Ferry Tour returned to the challenging Glen Club in north suburban Glenview for this week's NV5 Invitational.Former Chicago Cubs lefty pitcher Jon Lester was in the field for Wednesday's Pro-Am. Lester has been spending a lot of time on the golf course since retiring from baseball in 2022 with three World Series rings.CBS News Chicago caught up with Lester before his round. "I get to play a lot more than I used to, so that's good," Lester said. "But it's been fun, man. It's like a new challenge and gives me that competitive kind...
City to host National Night Out Event on August 6
Evanston community members are invited to celebrate National Night Out from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, at Centennial Park, 1631 Sheridan Rd. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes public safety, community partnerships, and neighborhood camaraderie to help make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places.
Downtown Evanston Sidewalk Sale and eighth annual Chalk Art Contest returns July 26-28
Get ready to hit the sidewalks of Downtown Evanston from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28. Independent retailers will offer deals both inside and outside their shops for the annual Downtown Evanston Sidewalk Sale. Find great deals on apparel, books, one-of-a-kind accessories, art supplies and more. On Saturday, July...
One year after lawsuit, teachers hope for new D209 leadership
A little over a year after filing a lawsuit against District 209’s Proviso Township High Schools and its former superintendent, three of the four teachers involved say they are still dealing with the emotional and professional damage left behind. “We are teachers,” said Jenny LaBash, English teacher at Proviso...
Starbucks set to reopen Thursday
The Starbucks at 7231 Madison St. is set to reopen July 25 after nearly two months of being closed for major renovations. . Much of the inside of the building has been redone, including an all-new cafe area, bar and back-of-house. The Starbucks’ seating has been cut by about half, though the work area for staff is much larger, according to officials from DeJames Builders, the contractor who completed the renovations.
Property Tax Appeals Workshop for Norwood Park Township 8/14/24
Comr. Steele from the Cook County Board of Review will be co-sponsoring a Property Tax Appeals Workshop with Mayor Arlene Jezierny on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Ridgewood High School (Auditorium, Door #4) located at 7500 W. Montrose, Norridge. Doors will open at 6:00 and the event will begin at 6:30pm with a short presentation. Then staff and analysts will be available to assist attendees with creating online accounts and filing property tax appeals.
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