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Man files lawsuit against hospital for allegedly losing part of his skull
ATLANTA (WANF/Gray News) - A patient is suing an Atlanta hospital, claiming they lost part of his skull that was removed during surgery. The alleged mistake cost the patient $146,000, according to the lawsuit. A lawsuit filed against Emory Hospital says Fernando Cluster had brain surgery at the Midtown location...
Tempers Flare As Newgarden Wins At WWT Raceway
MADISON, Ill. — A wild night of IndyCar Series racing brought out the red flag, and some red tempers between several drivers, in Saturday night’s Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at World Wide Technology Raceway. Josef Newgarden of Team Penske was the winner, but the real story was Will...
Royals Eye Downtown Ballpark Site As Governor Pushes for a Decision
There is a potentially impactful new twist in the long-running Royals stadium saga, one arriving against the backdrop of an increasingly impatient Missouri Gov. Mike Parson. The MLB club is now considering Washington Square Park, on the southern edge of downtown Kansas City, as a site option for a new ballpark. The location, if chosen, could give further momentum to the Royals staying in Missouri after Jackson County voters in April soundly rejected a sales tax measure tied in part to a proposed ballpark in the city’s Crossroads neighborhood.
Graceland Heist Unravels as Department of Justice Issues Charges — Mastermind Behind the Plot Identified
A Missouri woman has been arrested on federal charges in connection with the wild scheme to defraud Elvis Presley’s family and steal ownership of Graceland. Lisa Jeanine Findley was arrested on Friday in connection with the alleged scheme to defraud Elvis Presley’s family and steal ownership of Presley’s former home of Graceland, a national landmark in Memphis, Tennessee.
4 Things That Will Surprise About Illinois' Violent Crime Rate
Like any other state, Illinois has a violent crime problem, and it's always the areas around its largest cities where the numbers are the worst. What was surprising to me, is with all the attention the city of Chicago gets for its violence, I never thought that we would not have the highest rate of all 4 states that surround us.
Slideshow: Illinois Delegate Breakfast at the DNC, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024
On the first day of the Democratic National Convention, members of the Illinois delegation met for a breakfast with several speakers including Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, U.S. Senator Cory Booker, Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen, and Minnesota First Lady Gwen Walz. The first day of the Democratic...
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...
Democrats kick off convention with typical, mind-blowing hypocrisy
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has called to standby status about 150 members of the Illinois National Guard to assist the already sizable police presence -- including those from departments outside Chicago -- on hand to handle the expected crowds, protesters and agitators at this week's Democrat National Convention. It's good to be a Democrat politician. They get all the security. Just ask Donald Trump.
Illinois School Buses Now Equipped with Video Cameras: What Drivers Need to Know
Kankakee, IL – As the school year begins across Illinois, authorities are reminding drivers about the critical importance of school bus safety, especially with new video cameras installed to enforce traffic laws. Drivers need to be aware of the steep penalties associated with passing a stopped school bus. In...
Iowa and Illinois Brace for Smoky Skies and Mild Temperatures This Week
Davenport, IA – The Quad Cities area, including parts of Iowa and Illinois, is set to experience a beautiful start to the work week, with temperatures hovering around or below 80 degrees. However, residents should be aware of smoky conditions that may persist through the day. According to the...
As the DNC Hits Chicago, Who Are Illinois’ Biggest Democratic Donors?
Illinois Democrats are putting their money where their mouths are this election cycle — but a change at the top of the ticket and federal campaign finance reporting deadlines mean we won’t have the full picture of the cash influx until later this year. After President Joe Biden...
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.
Ford To Illinoisans With Older Fords Or Mazdas: Stop Driving Now
It's not every day that you see a major auto manufacturer issuing a "Do Not Drive" warning about their cars, then see a competing car company follow suit with a do not drive warning of its own. Even more unusual is the number of vehicles that are included in the warnings from the two car companies.
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