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Gov. Pritzker, Secret Service discuss DNC security
CHICAGO (WGEM) - Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker joined officials from the U.S. Secret Service and Chicago Police Department to discuss security ahead of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) Thursday. The press conference comes less than two weeks after a shooting at a rally for former President Donald Trump’s in Butler,...
IL PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION IS OFFERING TWO NEW PROGRAMS ON EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(BLOOMINGTON) The Illinois Pork Producers Association is promoting two new programs focused on educational development for the swine industry’s next generation. One of the new initiatives is the Illinois Pork Industry Group (PIG) program, available at Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, for students interested in agriculture and pork industry, regardless of their major. The IPPA covers the cost of the 6-week course and provides a $300 scholarship to those who complete it. While this program will start at LLCC this fall, the goal is to offer it at other community colleges in the future. The deadline to apply for the PIG program is September 1st with sessions beginning October 10th. The other program, the School Swine Project Grant, is being offered to universities, colleges, and high schools in Illinois with grants up to $2,000 for projects focused on the betterment of the pork industry. The funds could be utilized for campus barn improvements, student research projects, and more. The deadline to apply for the SSPG program funds in September 30th. To apply or to learn more about the program, go to the IPPA website, at ilpork.com.
Illinois Lottery hits golden anniversary; celebrates 50 years of jackpots
The Illinois Lottery, celebrating its 50th anniversary, has generated $3 billion a year, with profits going to the Illinois common school fund, and is the first state to privatize its operations and take ticket sales online.
Saving new moms from the surprising leading cause of maternal death
Preserving a mom’s health means protecting an entire family. While many people are aware of medical risks post pregnancy, which adversely affect Black women, there is another big worry, and it’s a leading cause of maternal death nationwide in all demographics. Dr Robin Drake is an OBGYN at...
New Details Emerge on Future Ho-Chunk Casino in Beloit
The Ho-Chunk Nation, one of the largest federally recognized tribes of Wisconsin, has released new details about their upcoming Ho-Chunk Gaming Casino in Beloit. This ambitious project will significantly expand the tribe’s gaming businesses from its six current locations. Drawing from its substantial experience, the tribe hopes to attract guests with a world-class casino and leisure experience.
Celebrating 95 years of the Rock County 4-H Fair
ROCK COUNTY, Wis. (WMTV) - Janesville welcomes back the Rock County 4-H Fair for year 95! This summer the fair begins on Tuesday, July 23rd and runs through Sunday, July 28th. A county fair filled with rich traditions and fun for all. This fair is an annual family-friendly event held every July in Southern Wisconsin. Fair-goers come from all across the badger state to experience grand stand events, exhibitioner entertainment, great food and of course, the animals!
Village of Ladd rejects nearby solar farm proposal
LADD, Ill. — The Village of Ladd is doing an about-face on its approval of two 34-acre solar panel farms in the area. That's after area farmers raised concerns about how close the panels would be to their farms and the village. In early July, Bureau County sent a...
Korean-American pastor and her family in Illinois harassed, church calls for action
- Advertisement - A church in Illinois’s small town has called for community support after its Korean-American female pastor and her family faced racial harassment. The situation came to light on July 22 through a plea posted on the local media site ‘TheCity1.com’ by the Morrison United Methodist Church Parish Committee, part of the United Methodist Church (UMC).
‘A great place to grow and learn’: Off-season robotics competition brings 33 teams to Rockford
WINNEBAGO — Hundreds of designers, builders, programmers, drivers and other budding roboticists will compete this weekend in an event that blends sports and technology. The annual Rock River Robotics Off-season Competition on Saturday will bring 33 teams from five states to Rock Valley College. The event, now in its...
Tincaps fall 5-4 at Dayton; losing streak now at 5 games
The Fort Wayne Tincaps dropped their fifth consecutive game Wednesday night on the road as the Dayton Dragons prevailed 5-4. Fort Wayne has yet to win a game since resuming play after the MLB All Star break. The last place Tincaps are now 9-17 for the second half of the season.
TinCaps can’t hold on after early lead against Dayton
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Fort Wayne scored three runs in the top of the first inning, but the TinCaps couldn’t finish off a victory as Mike Daly’s team fell to the Dayton Dragons for the second night in a row. TinCaps starter Enmanuel Pinales gave up five earned runs in five inning as Fort […]
STANDOFF: Large police presence on 31st Street
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford PD said they responded to the 1100 block of 31st Street because of a standoff on Wednesday via X. Officers used de-escalation strategies and negotiated a peaceful surrender, according to the X post. Authorities ask the community to avoid the area until they can finish their investigation.
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