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Spooky Season Arrives Early: Halloween Décor Hit Illinois Shelves
I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked into Home Depot in Rockford this week—Halloween decorations were already out in full force!. It’s still August, Summer is still here, but I guess we've decided to just fast forward to Halloween?! I'm here for it, but how early is REALLY too early?
VIDEO: AARP reminds Democrats that senior citizens decide elections
(The Center Square) – While both Republicans and Democrats have emphasized courting Gen Z influencers to back their campaigns, an Illinois advocate for senior citizens reminded a crowd at the Democratic National Convention of who is likely to remain the deciding demographic in November. "Older adults will decide this election," Philippe Largent, state director of AARP Illinois, told attendees of the Illinois Democratic Party DNC Breakfast on Aug. 21. Largent cited data from the 2024 Illinois Primary Election, showing 67% of the total votes recorded by the Chicago Board of Elections were from voters older than 44. "Ongoing AARP research shows older women voters can sway elections and shape the political landscape of the 2024 elections," he said. More from Largent in the video above.
Warning In Illinois, Iowa And Wisconsin: If You See A Dryer Sheet In Your Mailbox Leave It There
Summer is coming to an end and that warm humid weather is still here which means the wildlife, and bugs are out again. Those bugs can get annoying... thankfully there might be a solution. A random dryer sheet in your mailbox sounds weird I know...and some people have noticed these dryer sheets in their mailboxes. They actual reportedly work.
Illinois sale of 9 hospitals deal could lead to one facility’s closure
Prime Healthcare is buying Ascension’s hospitals in Illinois, but the system has notified state officials it plans to shut down one facility. Even as Prime Healthcare looks to complete a deal to acquire Ascension’s nine hospitals in Illinois, the system says it’s planning to close one of the hospitals.
Burger Chain with Illinois Place Suddenly May Declare Bankruptcy
Any business owner will tell you that profits come and profits go and the outlook can turn on a dime with changing conditions. That appears to be the case for a burger chain that has a location in Illinois that says it suddenly may be declaring bankruptcy based on a new report.
Block 59 aims to reinvigorate Naperville corner
“From dirt to dazzling” is the promise of Naperville’s newest retail development. Demolition of retail buildings at the northeast corner of Illinois Route 59 and Aurora Avenue is nearly completed, and site preparation is underway for the development of Block 59, a collection of dining and entertainment establishments.
Public Hearing Aug. 27 on Zoning Ordinance Updates Related to Roosevelt Road Corridor
The Wheaton Planning & Zoning Board will continue its public hearing at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024 to consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to implement recommendations of the Roosevelt Road Corridor Plan. The meeting agenda and updated supporting materials are now available on the City’s website.
Interra Realty brokers sale of five-building multifamily portfolio in Mount Prospect
Interra Realty brokered the sale of a five-building, 30-unit multifamily portfolio in Mount Prospect, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. The properties were sold to undisclosed local buyers in two separate deals, totaling $4.29 million. Interra Managing Partner Patrick Kennelly, Managing Director Paul Waterloo and Associate Nathan Zito represented the confidential...
College welcomes to campus Class of 2028, new transfer students
The newest Foresters hail from 32 states and 60 nationalities. In addition, 55 percent are from out-of-state, 23 percent are international students, and 40 percent of domestic students identify as students of color. The Class of 2028 was selected from a pool of more than 5,339 applicants, a nearly 11...
Water Rate Changes Proposed to Support Infrastructure Projects
The Wheaton City Council is considering changes to the City’s water rates to address aging water infrastructure, significant increases in the amount the City pays to purchase water, and rising expenses to operate the City’s water system. At its Aug. 19 meeting, the Wheaton City Council received a...
Benet Academy girls golf wins third straight McGonagle City Championship
Benet Academy girls golf enters the 22nd annual Vern McGonagle City Championship as the reigning champions, but five local schools look to take the top spot. We will have a new solo champion this year after Redwing Jenna Schilts graduated and now plays at the University of Michigan. This highlight is sponsored by BMO.
A genuine Shelby Cobra 427 Competition, CSX3018
Here’s a rare chance to own an exceedingly rare, genuine Cobra 427 Competition–not a replica or a continuation model. One of just 23 built, this Competition Cobra–CSX3018–retains its original drivetrain and alloy body, hood, doors, and trunk lid. The Shelby shows just 3300 miles and comes...
Lake County Sheriff’s Office and City of Waukegan to Share Tactical Response Team
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office and City of Waukegan Police Department have entered into a service-sharing agreement that will increase safety and decrease costs. The Waukegan Police Department is joining the Lake County Sheriff’s Tactical Response Team (TRT). This partnership will unify the specialized resources, expertise, and personnel of both agencies into a single, highly capable unit, ensuring an effective response to critical incidents for the over 220,000 residents both agencies serve.
Finalists announced in 14th annual McKnight’s Tech Awards competition
Names of the finalists in the 2024 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards program were released late Wednesday by program organizers. Now in its 14th year, the competition offered an expanded roster of 16 categories, and providers and their marketplace partners responded in record numbers. Six finalists were selected in most categories, while a few have more and a handful have fewer due to a limited number of qualified entries.
Chicago man indicted after drug-soaked papers found in jail uniform: sheriff's office
CHICAGO - A Chicago man being held at the Cook County Jail has been indicted after investigators said they found dozens of pieces of drug-soaked paper in his pants. Keon Brown, 22, was indicted Tuesday on one count of unlawful possession of contraband in a penal institution, a Class 1 felony.
New Oakland University Rec Well Director Becky Lewis Details Journey
Earlier this summer, Oakland University (OU) Recreation and Well-Being (Rec Well) named Becky Lewis as its new director. After 14 years of leading programs and initiatives across OU’s campus, she was the top candidate for the position. “For the past few years, I’ve continued to establish myself on campus...
Insects placed in breakfast buffet of Indiana DNC delegation at downtown Chicago hotel
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Insects were placed in the breakfast buffet of the Indiana delegation for the Democratic National Convention Wednesday morning.A person who attended the breakfast said bugs were found in the buffet, and they appeared to be crickets—contrary to earlier reports that they were maggots.The incident happened at the Fairmont Chicago Hotel, at 200 N. Columbus Dr., police said.Police said multiple girls or women entered the hotel and began placing "unknown objects" onto tables with food.One person was treated and released by medics on scene for unspecified reason. There were no reports of anyone getting sick."The safety and well-being of our delegation is our top priority. All Americans have the right to peaceful protest, but ugly attacks like this have no place in our democracy," Indiana Democratic Party spokesperson Sam Barloga said in a statement. "We thank the security team for responding swiftly."Chicago Police and the FBI are investigating.In addition to Indiana, the Minnesota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Missouri Democratic delegations are staying at the Fairmont.
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