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‘He Died for Nothing’: Illinois Cops Shot 4-Year-Old Held By Suspect as a Human Shield. Outraged Mom Says Police Acted Recklessly, But DA Declined to File Charges
In the weeks since Sonya Massey’s tragic slaying at the hands of an Illinois cop, new details have surfaced about another police killing in the same state that claimed the life of a 4-year-old boy purported to be her younger cousin. Sean Grayson pleaded not guilty to three counts...
Pritzker says Trump ‘bewildered’ by Harris, new Dem excitement
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) said Thursday he believes former President Trump is “bewildered” by Vice President Harris and the excitement she has generated among Democrats. “Kamala Harris is the perfect person at this moment,” Pritzker said on MSNBC’s “The Beat” to anchor Ari Melber. “We’ve got the...
With fifth generation in place, oldest furniture store in Illinois seeks historic status
Established in 1861, Beidelman Furniture is the oldest business of any kind in DuPage County, the second most populated county in Illinois. It’s also likely the oldest furniture business in all of Illinois. The company is named after Oliver Beidelman, who in 1928 built the three-story red brick building...
Illinois House Speaker's staff continues attempt to unionize
Staffers attempting to unionize in House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch’s office are continuing their suit against the Hillside Democrat. The Illinois Legislative Staff Association filed a response on July 31 to the speaker's motion to dismiss their case, alleging Welch has failed to engage in collective bargaining. The association formed in 2022 after voters approved the Workers' Rights Amendment that November — codifying a worker's ability to organize and collectively bargain in the state constitution. ...
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $52 Million from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to Clean Up Legacy Pollution in Colorado, Illinois, and West Virginia
WASHINGTON (WVDN) — The Department of the Interior announced $52 million from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda for Colorado, Illinois, and West Virginia to clean up orphaned oil and gas wells. These investments to address hazardous sites will help create good-paying union jobs, catalyze economic growth and revitalization, help protect public health and the environment from harmful methane leaks, and advance […] The post Biden-Harris Administration Announces $52 Million from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to Clean Up Legacy Pollution in Colorado, Illinois, and West Virginia appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Illinois quick hits: EV manufacturer announces layoffs; fuel waiver announced; Pritzker VP speculation continues
EV manufacturer announces layoffs A Joliet plant that had been heralded as one of the largest commercial EV manufacturing facilities in the country is announcing layoffs. Lion Electric said disappointing sales is leading to the company laying off nearly one-third of its employees. It is not known how many of the 300 job cuts will be in Joliet where electric school buses are made. The Canadian-based company’s only U.S. factory celebrated its official opening a year ago with a ribbon-cutting with Gov. J.B. Pritzker and...
Not Every One Is Leaving Illinois But Where Are They Coming From
You might be surprised how many people are actually moving to Illinois but what states are they coming from?. Residents From Other States Are Moving To Illinois. I've been in Illinois my whole life and it hasn't always been the best place to live. There has been terrible corruption by government officials abusing their power and wasting taxpayers' money. Plus, our state has been in horrible financial shape for a long time.
Death in Illinois Leads to Food Recall & CDC Listeria Warning
A recent death in Illinois has prompted the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue a warning about a multistate outbreak of Listeria infections linked to deli meats, leading to a recall of Boar’s Head products. Public health officials from several states, along with the CDC and...
ILLINOIS STATE NEWS BRIEF (08/02/2024)
(SPRINGFIELD) Thousands of Illinois youth will be able to pursue careers operating heavy machinery under a new federal grant program announced this week which is aimed to address a workforce shortage. Affiliated with SkillsUSA Illinois and the Associated Equipment Distributors at Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, the Youth Workforce Development Foundation will spend nearly $8 million for the program. The groups will work to help schools provide necessary heavy equipment training programs.
Oswego State Rep. Kifowit expresses interest in new quantum computing program, highlights benefits to Illinois
Following Governor J.B. Pritzker's announcement of a quantum computing campus project coming to Chicago last week, 84th District Democratic State Representative Stephanie Kifowit shared her thoughts on the project and its impact on the entire state of Illinois. Kifowit said the field of quantum computing is an idea that shows...
Find Fun Things To Do This Weekend In The Quad-Cities
Hey! Looking for some fun stuff to do in the Quad-Cities this weekend?. You want to listen to the Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast!. Every week we give you a rundown of some of the cool stuff going on in and around the Quad-Cities in Iowa and Illinois. This week:...
Bears president Kevin Warren: Goal is still to break ground on new stadium in 2025
Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker said this week that it will be “near impossible” for a deal on a new stadium for the Bears to come together before the end of 2024, but that isn’t altering the team’s view of when they can get the ball rolling on construction.
Stay Out of the Water – 25 Illinois Water Areas Suddenly Unsafe
You need to be as safe before you get in the water as you hopefully are when you're swimming. There are now 25 water areas in Illinois that have been declared too unsafe for swimming due to dangerous bacteria levels. The Illinois Beach Guard system is constantly updated with water...
Illinois Now Has Cannabis Dispensary Located On Boat Dock
The newest cannabis dispensary in Illinois is located on a lake and offers dockside service. I'm going to step out on a limb to say I think this legal recreational marijuana thing has worked out okay for Illinois. Okay, I'm just kidding, it's frickin' huge. Millions and millions of dollars have been generated in just a handful of years.
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.