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Illinois struggles with housing starts as costs keep rising
High taxes have driven Illinois to the bottom of the state rankings for new housing permits. According to U.S. Census Bureau data provided by iPropertyManagement, Illinois had 1.34 new privately-owned housing permits per 1,000 residents in 2023. Only Rhode Island and Alaska had fewer. HBA Realty broker and owner Jeff...
Beware of Vicious Illinois Tollway Scam That’s Ripping People Off
Just give me 5 minutes alone with the people that come up with these scams and everything will be fine. Don't I wish. While I wait for that golden opportunity, I can at least warn you to beware of a vicious text scam involving the Illinois Tollway that is ripping thousands of Illinoisans off.
Angel City vs Chicago Red Stars: A decisive battle in the race for the NWSL playoffs
This Sunday, a match at BMO Stadium could define the future of two teams in the NWSL. Angel City FC comes into this game with much confidence after an important victory against San Diego Wave and faces Chicago Red Stars in a match that might determine the race for a playoff position. The intensity will be high, with both teams in dire need of a win; the action in the field promises to be intense.
Chicago-Based Anodizer Doubles Capacity, Enhancing Technology
Based in the Westside of Chicago since 1947, Chicago Anodizing Co. (CAC) — a third-generation, family-owned metal finishing business — has emphasized the importance of building and maintaining strong relationships as a key strategy for business growth. Throughout its 77-year history, CAC has remained successful by investing in its workforce, fostering strong partnerships and consistently embracing the adoption of new technologies. The company provides finishing and related services for a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical, electronics, construction and infrastructure.
Volleyball Dominates UAlbany, Battles UIC in Nail-Biting Finale
The FGCU volleyball team had a strong performance at the Hilton Garden Inn Fort Myers Classic, sweeping UAlbany before narrowly falling to UIC in a five-set match. Head coach Matt Botsford praised the team's competitive spirit and vowed to analyze footage for improvement. Sasha Van Der Merwe earned a spot on the All-Tournament team while FGCU's overall record now stands at 2-1.
State of the Black Woman Address 2024
Black women play a critical role in our society. From entrepreneurship to culture and the arts, Black women have an undeniable impact. This was highlighted during the recent State of the Black Woman Address. Held at Chicago State University in the Gwendolyn Brooks Library Atrium, this predominantly Black Institution, more...
County rolls out five-year road infrastructure project
The Lake County Board has approved a transportation program consisting of more than 300 improvement projects, designed to relieve congestion through roundabouts, resurfacing, additional turn lanes, and railroad bridge underpasses along Old McHenry Road. The $850 million price tag is being supplied intermittently through various funding sources including federal and...
LTHS Kicks Off Their Football Season with Maroon & White Night
Lockport has officially kicked off its 2024 football season. Maroon and White Night is Lockport’s annual kickoff to our football season. The “White team” plays offense and the “Maroon team” plays defense. Every grade level (Freshman, JV, and Varsity) gets to play against their teammates and show off the skills they have for this season. Every level showed skill through touchdowns, blocks, and plays. Head Coach George Czart states, “The Maroon and White night scrimmage went well with all players being able to show that they are ready and excited about our season opener against Plainfield North. All members have worked hard to be able to display their particular talents on the field and we look forward to the competition we will be up against this season.” Community members, students and families all attended to show their support. Now that the scrimmage is done, Lockport is ready to go all the way!
Don’t Like the Recent Heatwave? Blame ‘Sweating Corn’ in Illinois
I've heard many theories about what is responsible for the record-breaking heat many parts of Illinois has experienced this summer, but this one takes the cake. Why have you felt so miserable over the past few weeks? Experts claim it's because Illinois corn is sweating and I'm not even making that up.
Many Spot Bizarre Daytime Meteors Exploding Over Illinois & Iowa
You will sometimes see a meteor burn up in the atmosphere over Illinois and Iowa, but you'll rarely see them during the daytime which is exactly what happened early Friday morning. The American Meteor Society documented this widely-seen meteor or meteors that appeared at approximately 6:13am Friday morning over Illinois,...
Football | Olaf Kozub romps for 224 yards and 2 TDs as Stagg tops Joliet Central
So far, so good for Stagg, which began new coach Jacob O’Connor’s tenure with a win over Joliet Central on opening night of the 2024 season. Displaying a versatile offense that saw six players score rushing touchdowns, the Chargers beat the Steelmen 49-20 in a non-conference matchup Aug. 30 in Palos Hills.
Community mourns Plainfield college gymnast murdered at Wisconsin apartment: 'She was a good kid'
Tributes are pouring in Sunday for a 21-year-old woman from the southwest suburbs who was fatally shot Friday night inside her college apartment in Wisconsin.For the latest on this story, click hereThe victim, Kara Welsh, was a decorated gymnast from Plainfield who was attending the University of Wisconsin Whitewater.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe shooting happened around 11:54 p.m. Friday at an off-campus apartment in the 100 block of West Whitewater Street in Whitewater, Wisconsin, the Whitewater Police Department said.Welsh was allegedly shot multiple times by a man who police believe she knew, but it is...
Walmart Apple Juice Arsenic Recall: Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois
If you recently purchased a six-pack of "Great Value" brand apple juice at Walmart you need to make sure it's not included in this recall. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is recalling nearly 10,000 cases of this specific apple juice due to elevated levels of arsenic. Yikes! Don't worry, it's classified as a "Class II" recall, meaning it's unlikely to cause serious health problems. Still, better safe than sorry!
Illinois is Home to the Most ‘Players’ in the Dating Game
If you think the dating world kind of sucks in Illinois, you're not wrong. Turns out Illinois is one of the worst states to date it because we are packed with 'players.'. When I think back to the first time in my life I heard the word players associated with dating, I'm brought to 1998-ish. I was in 4th grade and spent most of my free time watching MTV and quickly changing the channel when my parents came into the basement.
Governor Pritzker requests federal Major Disaster Declaration following Henry County OEM declaring a local state of emergency
KEWANEE, Ill (KWQC) - The state of Illinois has declared Henry County as a disaster area. This is due to the severe weather that happened in July after a Derecho and numerous tornadoes struck the area resulting in major wind damages. Governor J.B. Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation after The...
Illinois Teacher’s ‘No Cupcakes’ Video Goes Viral, Divides Parents
An Illinois teacher's TikTok is going viral after telling parents to leave the cupcakes at home this school year. What she's saying has some people worked up after Ann Brackemyer voiced what she described as an "unpopular opinion." What Brackemyer is saying is that her kindergartners don't care as much...
Soccer Game Preview: Joliet Catholic Hits the Road
Joliet Catholic and Morris are an even 4-4 against one another since August of 2017, but likely not for long. The Joliet Catholic Hilltoppers will square off against the Morris Redskins at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams each escaped with close wins against their previous opponents. Joliet Catholic...
Illinois solar project to be biggest in eastern half of U.S.
Illinois already creates in the neighborhood of 7000 megawatts of energy from wind power coming from the fields and fields of windmills in the central and western portions of the state, but a massive solar array being built thirty miles west of Springfield is estimated to produce 800 more megawatts.
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