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Cardinals put Cubs season in a bodybag with never-ending first inning
Let's be quite clear, the 2024 Chicago Cubs season wasn't exactly showing a strong pulse coming into their weekend series with the rival St. Louis Cardinals. While the club remains undecided on their trade deadline plans, they've been seen by most teams to this point as likely sellers given their woefully disappointing campaign to this point.
Extreme heat and severe weather continue in Chicago area; Here's what to expect:
The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting that the Chicago area will see multiple rounds of severe weather to start the week, including storms and a heat wave with highs in the triple digits.
Rockford Baptist Church celebrates 100 years of service
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The New Zion Missionary Baptist Church was full of faith, food and fun as the community celebrated the church’s centennial. Pastor Dr. K. Edward Copeland has overseen the congregation for almost a quarter of that time. He said this is a moment to be thankful. “Well, I’ve been a pastor for […]
Rockford braces for 3rd round of flooding Monday as severe weather, rain expected
High heat, oppressive humidity, and storm chances. That continues to be the big weather headlines as we begin a new work week. Cloud cover left behind by yesterday’s line of wind and flash flooding producing storms are clearing the area ahead of today’s morning commute. This will leave us with sun-filled skies, allowing afternoon highs to […]
3.4-magnitude earthquake hits Illinois overnight
SOMONAUK, Ill. – The U.S. The Geological Survey says a 3.4-magnitude earthquake hit Illinois early Monday morning. It happened at approximately 2:53 a.m. near Somonauk, Illinois, in Southern DeKalb County. The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office posted on its Facebook page that people in the area were woken up by...
Northern Illinois Braces For High Wind And Derecho Threats Today
The Northern Illinois area just made it through a pretty wild weekend weather wise, and guess what? The terrifying ride isn't over yet, because another round of nasty could be hitting the Stateline area Monday night. Severe Weather Threats in Northern Illinois. On Saturday night I found myself driving home...
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Central Illinois, Central Indiana
Central Illinois, IL – A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for central Illinois and central Indiana, effective this Monday morning from 12:55 AM until 5:00 AM EDT. The National Weather Service (NWS) Storm Prediction Center in Norman, OK, issued the watch, warning of the potential for damaging wind gusts and possible tornadoes.
Severe thunderstorms Sunday night could renew flooding potential across northern Illinois
A severe storm watch was issued Sunday evening for scattered to numerous showers moving through northern Illinois and to the east. Chicago will experience the most downpours between 7 and 11 p.m. as the system exits the area by 3 a.m. “This round of storms could end up being severe and bring a renewed potential for flooding,” after overnight storms caused damage in the suburbs, said Rafal ...
The Strange Reason Illinois Cicada Screams are Getting Louder
The good news is the historic brood invasion of cicadas in Illinois is lessening. However, the bad news is the screams of these pests is getting louder and there's a strange reason why. As we've mentioned previously, Illinois is a hot spot for the appearance of not one, but two...
Millions more spent on Pritzker’s clean energy agenda
(The Center Square) – The state of Illinois is pumping millions of tax dollars more to develop a clean energy jobs program in underserved neighborhoods. The Clean and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), which was signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker three years ago, funds programs that create clean energy jobs statewide. Pritzker said the Climate Works Pre-Apprenticeship […]
Country Star Cody Johnson Stops Performance To Deliver Impassioned Speech at Windy City Smokeout Festival
Many fans call Cody Johnson “the quintessential country singer.” The “Dirt Cheap” artist has snagged three CMT Music Awards and two CMA trophies. Beyond his music, however, “CoJo” has cultivated a dedicated following based on his adherence to the “cowboy code.” “Your moral code is a standard that doesn’t waver,” Johnson told Hits Daily Double in March. “It’s always there—right is right, wrong is wrong.” Recently, the “Human” singer called for unity in the wake of Saturday’s (July 13) incident at a Donald Trump rally.
Rockford firefighters rescue stranded drivers, put out garage blaze during flash flooding
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – Crews with the Rockford Fire Department rescued several drivers who were stranded in flooded and stalled cars Saturday night, as about 6 inches of rain brought flash flooding to various parts of the city. Firefighters responded to 120 calls for service between 11 p.m., July 13 and 6 a.m. Sunday, July […]
Grundy County Speedway 7-12; Photos/Recap
Morris, Ill., July 12—Grundy County Speedway held its Illinois State Championship racing program Friday night with a number of drivers claiming victories in twin-feature race competition at the third-mile paved oval. Matt Clemens was the winner of the first 25-lap feature for Mid-Am sportsman competitors. Clemens, a former two-time...
'Declare the Good News!' Jehovah's Witness convention explores Christ's life, Bible message
JANESVILLE — Traveling more that 70 miles, the Sparesus family arrived at the Jehovah’s Witness convention in Janesville ready to immerse themselves in a weekend of faith and fellowship. The convention started on July 5 and will continue every weekend until August 11 at the Assembly Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 207 S. Wright Road. So far, 1,000 people have attended each weekend with a projected goal of 8,700 attendees, organizers said. ...
Illinois' long history of political violence
The country is reeling from the assassination attempt on former President Trump. Driving the news: Officials and lawmakers have condemned political violence, saying it has no place in America.Yes, but: Political historians would tell you that assassination attempts are sadly far too familiar in American history. Zoom in: In Illinois, political violence has plagued the state's history, including the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln and Chicagoan Jack Ruby shooting of President John F. Kennedy assassin Lee Harvey Oswald. Here are three acts of political violence that shaped Illinois history:President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt & Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak, 1933 On Feb....
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