Chatham
LATEST NEWS
Illinois passed an ambitious climate act 3 years ago. But it’s struggling to meet clean energy goals.
Driving down a quiet country road in northwestern Illinois, cars pass a cemetery, a cornfield and a pumpkin patch, before they reach the top of a hill, and the view suddenly opens up to reveal one of the state’s newest wind farms. High-tech wind turbines, as tall as skyscrapers, rise above tawny fields of corn and soy, their long blades twirling languidly under a crystalline sky. The 25 ...
Sacred Heart-Griffin, Effingham St. Anthony girls finish top five at state golf
DECATUR (WCIA) — The IHSA golf season wrapped up on Saturday, October 19 with the conclusion of five state tournaments. At the Boys 1A State Tournament, Effingham St. Anthony won a third-straight state team title, shooting a combined 612 score across the two days of play. The Girls Class 1A State Tournament played out at […]
Election Survival Guide: How to brave the 2024 Presidential Election in Illinois
As Illinois gears up for the 2024 presidential election on Tuesday, November 5, voters have multiple avenues to make their voices heard. From selecting the next President to state and local elections, here's a guide to ensure you cast your ballot effectively.
Sugar Rush! Illinois is One of the ‘Sweetest’ States in the Country
Would you like a side of candy with your ice cream? Chances are if you're an Illinois resident, you have no problem saying yes. I think I've always loved dessert, I can check with my parents, but to my knowledge, I've always associated taking a break with Kit-Kats and not actually sitting down and zoning out.
Unemployment claims in Illinois declined last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Illinois dropped last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, fell to 8,105 in the week ending October 12, down from 8,780 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 241,000...
Illinois Thanksgiving Surprise: Pumpkin Spice Fr. Toast Casserole
Thanksgiving is closer than you think. Whether you are hosting or you want to switch up your go to side dish, perhaps this could work. The Pumpkin Spice French Toast Casserole. Each state has its own thing that it leans into for the holiday feast. Within the state of Illinois...
The Dangerous Reason Painted Pumpkins Should Not Be On Illinois Porches
Painting pumpkins is easier (and more colorful) than carving them. Carving pumpkins has never been easy for me, whether with a knife or a fancy little carving kit. Painting pumpkins is a great alternative for kids and people like me but if you're planning to put one on your porch, rethink that.
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.