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Was Another Alligator Spotted Swimming In Illinois Pond?
A mysterious creature was spotted in a pond in Illinois and you might be surprised with what they found. Witnesses Spot Strange Animal Swimming In Illinois Pond. I'm not sure why, but these kinds of stories fascinate me. Maybe, it's the thrill of the mystery. I'm talking about when residents of Illinois spot a strange and unknown creature. I do prefer it when there is an answer to the question as opposed to being unsolved.
Get outside, get learning at fall 2024 Illinois Master Naturalist conference
URBANA, Ill. — The very nature of nature is that it is always changing. Seasons come and go, birds flit in and out of view, and water ebbs and flows constantly moving downstream. Master Naturalist volunteers are invited to stay up to date on nature’s news by attending the 2024 University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist Conference this fall in western Illinois.
Armed man robs DeKalb credit union
DEKALB, Ill. (WTVO) — The Illinois Community Credit Union was robbed early Wednesday morning, according to DeKalb Police. At approximately 8:20 a.m., police responded to the Illinois Community Credit Union in the 1500 block of Barber Greene Road for reports of an armed robbery. The offender is accused of stealing money from the clerks and […]
Severe storms could bring damaging winds, heavy rain to Chicago area
UPDATE: Our latest weather story and radar for Thursday can be found here. Our original story continues below. The Chicago area could wake up to strong-to-severe thunderstorms on Thursday, with the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center upgrading the region to a “slight” risk of severe weather.
One Earth Energy president hopes to renew pipeline project after moratorium lifts
For now, carbon capture pipeline development is on hold in Illinois after Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation establishing new regulations surrounding the burgeoning industry, including a temporary moratorium on pipeline development. That means the plans of Gibson City-based ethanol production company One Earth Energy — as One Earth Sequestration —...
United Airlines set to purchase sustainable jet fuel at O’Hare International Airport
(The Center Square) – A major airline is set to become the first in Illinois to buy sustainable jet fuel. United Airlines is set to purchase one million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, at O’Hare International Airport through the end of year. The first supply is set to be delivered in August. The fuel at O’Hare will be derived from fats, oils and greases like used cooking oil, but can also be made from agricultural waste. ...
Boar’s Head listeria recall expanded to 71 deli meats sold by Kroger, Publix and others
Just five days after a recall of deli meats related to a deadly listeria outbreak, Boar’s Head Provisions expanded that recall Tuesday by 7 million pounds of 71 products sold under the Boar’s Head and Old Country brands. This recall has hit some of the nation’s leading grocery sellers, including Kroger (No. 2, according to Foodindustry.com), Publix (No. 6) and H-E-B (No. 7). Here’s what you need to know. ...
UAW Rips 'Corporate Greed' of John Deere as Mass Layoffs Follow $43 Billion in Stock Buybacks
The United Auto Workers on Tuesday condemned the manufacturing company John Deere over recent mass layoffs at factories in Iowa and Illinois, arguing the company's strong profits, lavish handouts to investors, and exorbitant CEO pay give the lie to claims that the job cuts and outsourcing were necessary. "John Deere's reckless layoffs and job cuts are an insult to the working-class people of Iowa and Illinois, and the United Auto Workers will fight for justice for our members and communities affected by these moves," the union said in a statement. "Let's be clear: there is no need for Deere to kill...
Black patients move up kidney transplant waitlist in Illinois after race removed from blood test
There is new hope for thousands of African Americans waiting for a new kidney.A test to determine placement on a transplant waiting list has been deemed flawed. The finding will have a major impact for those waiting for the gift of life.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA few months ago, suburban special education teacher Helena Fields was in kidney failure, but she got news that changed her life. She moved up on the transplant list and got a kidney transplant"Yes, I was ecstatic," Fields said.After six years on the waitlist for a kidney transplant, Fields was...
Homelessness leads to shorter life expectancy, local study says
The State of Illinois and researchers at UIC have completed a study which concludes that those experiencing homelessness face much shorter life expectancy and are at greater risk of being victims of violence.
Illinois quick hits: Trump in Chicago; Grand American returns to Sparta
Trump in Chicago Former President Donald Trump will be in Chicago on Wednesday for the National Association of Black Journalists' Convention and Career Fair. Trump is scheduled to take part in a panel at the convention. The session will not be open to the general public. There are expected to be groups protesting outside the Hilton Chicago where the convention is taking place. Homeless have lower life expectancy ...
City of Rochelle receives GFOA Distinguished Budget Award for 5th time
ROCHELLE — The City of Rochelle recently received notice of its receipt of the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Award for the fifth year. Winning the award “reflects a commitment to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting and compliance with nationally-recognized guidelines, including having a budget that serves effectively as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, and a communications device.” The GFOA established the Distinguished Budget Award in 1984 to encourage and assist state and local governments to prepare budget documents of the very highest quality that reflect both the guidelines established by the National Advisory Council on State and Local Budgeting and the GFOA's best practices on budgeting and then to recognize individual governments that succeed in achieving that goal.
Back-to-School Assistance: Backpack & School Supply Giveaways
If you’re in need of free backpacks or school supplies for your kids this year, several Rockford, IL area businesses and organizations can help! We’ve put together a list of places offering backpack and school supply giveaways so your kids can start the school year off with everything they need.