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Commonwealth Foundation gives Illinois an 'F' for labor laws
(The Center Square) – A new report says Illinois is failing when it comes to worker freedom. Along with Policy Analyst Andrew Holman, David Osborne, senior fellow of labor policy for the Commonwealth Foundation, authored the report titled, “The Battle for Worker Freedom: Grading State Public Sector Labor Laws.” “Well, I hate to say it. Illinois probably set a new standard for ‘F’,” Osborne said. ...
Illinois’ ‘Black Moms Rising’ Is Tackling Maternal Mortality Crisis
The state of Illinois is working to address maternal mortality, with a special focus on moms of color. The state of Illinois is working diligently to get good use out of the $118 million in funding the CDC allocated to tackle maternal mortality nationwide. The Illinois Maternal Mortality Review Committee...
Illinois Blood Bank Urgently Needs Donors NOW to Save Lives
The Rock River Valley Blood Center in Rockford, Illinois is in dire need of your help. Are you willing to answer the call?. Summer is typically a tough season for blood banks across Illinois. People are just too busy to think about donating lifesaving blood, but with the holiday weekend ahead, low donation numbers could have dire consequences.
Illinois quick hits: Food service workers strike at U of I; CPS offers teachers 4 and 5 percent raises
Food service workers strike at U of I Food and building service workers at the University of Illinois are preparing to strike. Their current contract expires Saturday after several months of negotiations. Union workers voted down the latest contract proposal, saying they must be paid more if they serve more students. The union, representing 763 workers, said the strike would begin Sept. 15. CPS offers teachers 4 and 5 percent...
IL Conservation Police urge boating safety ahead of holiday weekend
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — If you plan to be on the water over the holiday weekend, officials are urging boaters to wear their life jackets. Illinois Conservation Police officials said that so far this year, they’ve responded to 48 boating-related situations. They said 15 people have died and another 15 were hurt. Of those deaths, two […]
Posey County Animal Shelter Set to Host Jordan’s Way National Tour Fundraiser
Newlife Rescue & Adoption is gearing up for an exciting event that will raise money for homeless animals in a very unique way. On Thursday, September 5th, from 6 PM to 9 PM, the Jordan’s Way National Tour will be live in Posey County, raising funds and awareness for homeless pets in the area. I have agreed to help out in any way that I can because I adopted both of my pups from PC Pound Puppies/New Life Rescue.
Webster Co. grabs a tight win over Butler Co.
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Butler County lost to Webster County in a tight game with a final score of 30, to, 26. Butler County will look to make up for the loss next week when they go up against Warren Central. Webster County will look to add another win when they face off against Todd […]
Clean SoIL to hold clean-up event on Route 14 in September
CARTERVILLE, Ill. (HEARTLAND WEEKEND) - A clean-up event will take place in southern Illinois later this month. According to a release, Clean SoIL, an anti-litter organization co-founded by Glenn Poshard and Les Winkeler, will be holding the event on Route 13 on September 14. Volunteers are asked to meet at...
GRAYVILLE DAYS RUNS THROUGH MONDAY, LABOR DAY
Grayville Days is underway in downtown Grayville running though Monday, Labor Day. There will be multiple food vendors offering a wide variety of food choices, craft vendors along with a dunking booth, community events throughout the weekend with fireworks Sunday night at 9pm on the riverfront. All entertainment is FREE and Kids time is also FREE sponsored by the Grayville Arts Association. New this year will be a DJ booth every night downtown for the kids.
Football Recap: Hun Starts off Right with Win over Chicago Mt. Carmel
Hun had to kick off their season on the road on Thursday, but they showed no ill effects. They secured a 42-38 W over the Chicago Mt. Carmel Caravan. Winning may never get old, but the Raiders sure are getting used to it with their sixth in a row dating back to last season.
1957 – Californian Wins 100-Mile Du Quoin Race
A smiling Jerry Unser accepts his trophy after winning the 100-mile USAC late model stock car race at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. – Dick Mossoney Photo. Du Quoin, Ill. (August 31, 1957) – Jerry Unser of Long Beach, Calif., won the United States Auto Club’s 100-mile late model stock car race at the Du Quoin State Fair on Saturday afternoon.
SIU professor receives grant to tackle plastic pollution
CARBONDALE, Ill. — An associate professor at Southern Illinois University is looking to help provide a solution to plastic waste and pollution. Lahiru Jayakody, a professor in the School of Biological Sciences and Fermentation Science Institute, recently received a grant from the National Science Foundation worth up to $624,500 that will fund equipment, supplies, and a handful of student researchers on the project.
Herrin Police Department welcomes new officer K-9
HERRIN, Ill. (KFVS) - The Herrin Police Department is welcoming a new officer to the force. According to the Herrin Police Department, they are welcoming their newest officer K-9, Tyr. Tyr is a Dutch Shepherd. Tyr will be teamed with Officer Matt Randolph. Officers Tyr and Randolph will be protecting...
Disaster Loan Outreach Center opens in Newburgh for July storms
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WEVV) — Residents and businesses affected by the tornado and storms from July 30th will have the opportunity to get relief in the form of low-interest disaster loans. The U.S. Small Business Administration, along with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security,is operating a Disaster Loan Outreach Center...
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