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Rural student “didn’t see any changes” after Illinois LGBTQ+ history law passed
CUBA — Amber Cannon came out as nonbinary in fifth grade in rural, western Illinois. Around that time, in 2019, a new Illinois law also came out requiring public schools to teach LGBTQ+ history every year. Cannon followed the news of the law and saw little change in Cuba’s...
Illinois continues to struggle to fill vacancies on public boards, state audit shows
State boards and commissions tasked with solving some of Illinois’ biggest problems have been left with hundreds of vacancies for appointed positions and often didn’t have enough members to conduct business, a report released last month from the state auditor general found. The report covered a two-year period ending in 2022, but many of the issues in filling seats on boards and commissions ...
Raoul says Illinois gun ban should remain in place
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said the attempted assassination of former President Trump demonstrates why the state’s gun ban should remain in place. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas wrote that Illinois’ ban is ‘highly suspect because it broadly prohibits common semiautomatic firearms used for lawful purposes.”
Staggering IRS Data Shows 262,000 People Fled Illinois in 1 Year
I'm no math genius, but this is a stunning number of people who said goodbye to Illinois in just one calendar year. New data just shared by the IRS reveals more than a quarter million residents left the Land of Lincoln recently. I saw this story today by Wirepoint which...
Illinois’ Favorite Ice Cream Flavor is Kind of Shocking
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 21 and you most definitely want to celebrate. But will you celebrate with something more exciting than Illinois' favorite ice cream flavor?. Pretty much every day, there's a 'National' holiday. Some of them are actual holidays when we don't have to go to...
Central Illinois Isolated Storms Expected Through Wednesday
Springfield, IL – Central Illinois residents can expect a mix of isolated thunderstorms and mild temperatures through Wednesday. According to the US National Weather Service Central Illinois, daily highs will range from the lower to mid-80s, with isolated to scattered thunderstorms persisting until midweek. Monday’s forecast predicts isolated thunderstorms...
HAINESVILLE’S 20th ANNUAL VILLAGE-WIDE GARAGE SALE!
Mark Friday, July 26th, Saturday, July 27th AND Sunday, July 28th on your calendar as the dates for our 20th village-wide garage sale. The time will be 9 am to 3 pm. each day. You can sign up for all days or for a specific day. Save your trash or treasures to be part of the action.
1 dead in Buffalo Grove house fire: village spokeswoman
One person has died in a house fire in north suburban Buffalo Grove Monday, a spokeswoman for the village said.Buffalo Grove fire crews responded to a garage fire in the 600-block of Woodhollow Lane before 10:20 a.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchWhen they arrived, firefighters found there was an ongoing house fire.One person was found inside, and pronounced dead on the scene, the spokeswoman said.The fire was brought under control in about 30 minutes, but fire crews remain on the scene.SEE ALSO: 62-year-old woman dies in Elk Grove Village house fire: 'It's so sad'Officials did not immediately provide any additional information about the person who died.An investigation is underway.Images of the fire show large flames coming from the home's garage, while two cars were parked in the driveway. Heavy, black smoke was also visible.
Speech Experts Really Don’t Like How You’re Saying ‘Illinois’
There are rebels in our midst that are saying what should be an obvious word incorrectly. It's such a problem that the speech experts have issued a warning to everyone that has managed to say "Illinois" incorrectly. I'm a live and let live kind of person. If you want to...
Man fatally shot inside Arlington Heights apartment building: Police
An autopsy is scheduled for a Chicago man who died after a shooting at Arlington Heights’ Arbor Lakes Apartment Complex. Police said the woman who called 9-1-1 said the man who had been shot inside had an order of protection against him.
Panton Mill Park branches out with the Stick & Stay Trail
Located adjacent to South Elgin’s Village Hall, Panton Mill Park is your one-stop shop for community fun and outdoor entertainment. With the picturesque Fox River as your backdrop, the park boasts a permanent sound stage for concerts, a large pavilion perfect for gatherings of all sizes, and a convenient restroom and concessions building to keep you fueled for a day of fun. Visitors can also explore the park’s walking paths or cool down with a refreshing splash at the interactive splash pad.
Illinois and Wisconsin Kids Invited to Bring Their Small Businesses to August Market
Are your kids obsessed with making friendship bracelets? Hosting lemonade stands? Turn their hobbies into cash this August in Rockton, Illinois. When I think back to being a kid and wanting to earn a few extra bucks, I land on a memory of my friends and I creating some sort of dog's baby-sitting service.
Grizzlies Take Down Boomers To Win Weekend Series
The Gateway Grizzlies trailed early against the Schaumburg Boomers on Sunday afternoon, but Collin Sullivan (6-4) settled down for a “quality start,” and the offense woke up in a big way with a six-run sixth inning to take the lead for good in a 7-3 victory at Wintrust Field, clinching the weekend series win on the road.
$422 Million Prepayment: Illinois Comptroller’s Proactive Move to Boost Pension Fund Returns – Enhancing Financial Stability!
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza’s early pension payment and Governor J.B. Pritzker’s extended funding plan aim to improve the state’s troubled pension system and address its growing debt. Illinois Comptroller’s Early Pension Payment and Governor’s Extended Funding Plan Aim to Fix State’s Pension System According to the report of The Center Square, Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza […]
Will County, IL – Joliet Slammers Transform into Ghostbusters-Inspired ‘Slimers’ for One Night Only
Joliet, IL – The Joliet Slammers will honor their new ownership and the classic Ghostbusters films by rebranding to the Joliet Slimers for one night during their game on Thursday, July 25, against the Gateway Grizzlies. The special edition jerseys, featuring a unique slime-drip design, will be auctioned off...
Pre-Trial Release Denied for suspect charged with drug-induced homicide of Naperville man
A Chicago man was denied pre-trial release on Friday, July 19, after being accused of supplying a fatal dose of Fentanyl and Alprazolam to a man from Naperville in February 2023, according to a news release from the DuPage County State’s Attorney and the Naperville Police Department. Christopher Hobson,...
DuPage County Fair Returns This Thursday: A Tradition of Fun and Community
West Chicago, IL – The much-anticipated DuPage County Fair is set to return this Thursday, July 25, 2024, at the DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds in Wheaton, Illinois. This beloved annual event, now celebrating its 70th year at its permanent home, promises four days of excitement, entertainment, and community spirit.
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