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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...
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 ...
Venezuelan community leader in Illinois remains hopeful as protests intensify
(The Center Square) – Venezuelans in Illinois are hoping for the best after the disputed election between President Nicolas Maduro and challenger Edmundo Gonzalez. Thousands of people have taken part in protests in Caracas and throughout Venezuela since the election on Sunday, July 28. Maduro’s government reported that more than 700 people have been detained. There are independent reports of up to 12 deaths. Election officials declared Maduro the winner...
Forever chemicals found in most tested fish from these 4 IL rivers
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A team of University of Illinois researchers studied four northern Illinois rivers, in which nearly all fish across nine tested species were found with “forever chemicals.” Forever chemicals, known more formally as per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are synthetic chemicals that can be harmful to the health of people, animals, and […]
Experts discuss police officer training programs
SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — Questions are being raised about the training for police officers. This comes after former sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson was arrested and charged with first degree murder in the death of Sonya Massey. The Illinois Sheriffs' Association tells us police officers go through a 16-week training...
Clinton Veteran Named State Department Adjutant
A Clinton Veteran was named the Department of Illinois American Legion Adjutant. Josh Thielen is the youngest adjutant in the Department's history and on the WHOW Morning Show Wednesday told Regional Radio while he gets a new hat, he remains committed to the local commitment of the Legion. According to...
Lottery warning to check ticket for unclaimed $1 million Mega Millions jackpot and it was bought at a convenience store
ONE lucky lottery winner unknowingly holds a million-dollar ticket. A $1 million Mega Millions ticket purchased at an Illinois convenience store still needs to be claimed, according to the Illinois Lottery. The ticket bought at Casey’s in Rockford, Illinois, matched Friday’s winning numbers of 2, 14, 33, 58 and 65,...
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.
EHD Outbreaks Could Again Affect Deer Populations in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
I have been deer hunting for many years. I've seen cases of tuberculosis and Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), but I have never heard of the disease that is currently the topic of an Iowa DNR press release, as most associated deer fatalities occur from July to September. Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease...
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