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Illinois’ Mya Archibald to represent Canada at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup
The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia kicks off this week, and nations who have qualified for the tournament have concluded announcing their rosters. And one Illini will be present. Sophomore Mya Archibald has received her call-up to represent Canada on the biggest international stage and compete for...
Illini VB star Raina Terry returns for likely record-breaking 2024 season: ''Easiest decision I've ever made'
CHAMPAIGN — In 2020, Chris Tamas made a phone call that may go down as one of the most important calls of his Illinois career. Days before he picked up the phone, the NCAA had announced that winter sports athletes competing during the COVID-hiccuped 2020-21 season would receive an additional year of eligibility.
July jobless rates rise across Illinois, including in B-N
The July unemployment rate for the Bloomington-Normal area labor market jumped more than a point from the same time last year. All major metropolitan areas in the state saw rising unemployment. Bloomington-Normal had the third largest increase, behind Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, and Danville. “Long term, consistent job growth throughout the state...
ILLINOIS STATE NEWS BRIEF (08/22/2024)
(CHICAGO) New polling on Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson shows the lowest approval rating for a mayor hosting the Democratic National Convention in 40 years. According to the Illinois Policy Institute, Johnson’s approval rating is just 27%. The next closest was former New York City Mayor David Dinkins in 1992 with a 29% rating. The low rating from Chicago voters are due to concerns of crime, high taxes, and the illegal migrant situation.
Multiyear research aims to combat opioid use among formerly incarcerated
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, synthetic opioid overdose deaths increased by a staggering 3,341% in the past decade. Loyola University Chicago’s Center for Criminal Justice (CCJ) seeks to reduce those numbers through a multiyear research project on one of the most at-risk populations for opioid overdose: formerly incarcerated individuals on parole.
See the 10 Most Expensive Illinois Private Schools by Tuition
A good education sure can cost you especially if you decide to go the private school route. Thanks to a new ranking, you can see the 10 most expensive private schools in Illinois based on their annual tuition. Private School Review has some of the most comprehensive data I've been...
Special Illinois Painting Class Features A Few Celebrity Tie-Ins
I believe this painting class in Illinois will become very popular because of all the celebrity tie-ins to the event. This IL Painting Class Has Connections To A Famous Clown, Actor, And Musician. This is going to be a really fun day in Illinois. It has several tie-ins with famous...
Illinois Police Increasing DUI Patrols Now Through Labor Day
Since residents like to party during the Labor Day Weekend, Illinois police are stepping up their DUI patrols to make sure everyone stays safe during the holiday. There Will Be More Illinois Police Hitting The Streets During Labor Day Weekend. It's hard to believe that in 2024 we still have...
Toss It Now! Huge Recall In Iowa, Illinois & Wisconsin For Cucumbers
People in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin make not be feeling the best after eating cucumbers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are letting Iowans, Illinoisans, and Wisconsinites know to avoid whole cucumbers. Whole cucumbers that have been grown in Florida are being recalled due to a Salmonella outbreak...
Big Change Coming to 108 Illinois Target Stores to Stop Theft
If you have worked any length of time in retail, you know theft is one of the biggest dangers to survival of a business. Target knows this and has announced a big change that will likely affect all 108 stores in Illinois if it hasn't already. Yahoo Finance just shared...
Illini men's basketball to play at Ole Miss for preseason charity exhibition game
Illinois men's basketball officially announced on Thursday that it will play a charity exhibition game at Ole Miss on Sunday, Oct. 27 at 1 p.m. CT. This will be the second straight year Illinois has participated in a charity exhibition game. Last year, Illinois defeated Kansas 82-75 at State Farm Center for a game that raised $825,000 for the Mau Srong Fund aiding wildfire relief efforts.
Spooky Season Arrives Early: Halloween Décor Hit Illinois Shelves
I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked into Home Depot in Rockford this week—Halloween decorations were already out in full force!. It’s still August, Summer is still here, but I guess we've decided to just fast forward to Halloween?! I'm here for it, but how early is REALLY too early?
VIDEO: AARP reminds Democrats that senior citizens decide elections
(The Center Square) – While both Republicans and Democrats have emphasized courting Gen Z influencers to back their campaigns, an Illinois advocate for senior citizens reminded a crowd at the Democratic National Convention of who is likely to remain the deciding demographic in November. "Older adults will decide this election," Philippe Largent, state director of AARP Illinois, told attendees of the Illinois Democratic Party DNC Breakfast on Aug. 21. Largent cited data from the 2024 Illinois Primary Election, showing 67% of the total votes recorded by the Chicago Board of Elections were from voters older than 44. "Ongoing AARP research shows older women voters can sway elections and shape the political landscape of the 2024 elections," he said. More from Largent in the video above.
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