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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....
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...
KSHB 41 Weather Blog | Heat is soon to be in retreat in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Good Monday, bloggers — The sun was rising through smoke from wildfires in western Canada. That is where the red hue is coming from. The sun will shine bright through the smoke all day, allowing us to warm up to the mid and upper-90s.
Yelp claims Illinois has one of the Top 10 Tattoo Shops in the US
IF (and that is a big if) you are going to get a tattoo, why not have one of the best of the best in the US do the tattoo for you? Here is the place Yelp claims is not only the best tattoo shop in Illinois, but one of the ten best in the entire US...
Illinois High School Cancels Varsity Football Season
Some high school seniors were crushed when their high school decided to cancel the varsity football season. No Football Season For These Illinois High School Seniors. Football is by far my favorite sport. I played for 8 years, 5th grade, and through high school. I had a blast. I wish I could've played in college but I didn't have the size or skills. It was a big part of my life, especially my senior year. I couldn't imagine not having that experience.
Look To The Sky Because Air Shows Coming To IL & WI This Summer
If you're looking for some family entertainment this summer, I highly suggest checking out an airshow in Illinois or Wisconsin. One of my favorite things to do in the summer as a kid was going to air shows. Growing up, it seemed like they were happening all the time. It was one of those things I remember my whole family enjoyed so we went whenever possible.
BetMGM Illinois Bonus Code SBWIRE | $1,500 Promo for Cubs-Cardinals, Spain-England & More
Choose your soccer champion with the BetMGM Illinois bonus code SBWIRE and if that bet comes back as a loss, you’ll receive a bonus-bet refund back equal to your first bet, up to a maximum of $1,500. Sunday caps off a month of drama this weekend with the finals of both the European championships and the Copa America.
Dangerous Resin Found in 21 Million Toys Available in Illinois
You would have thought that someone in the manufacturing company would have realized this was a bad idea from the start. There are now 21 million miniature toys that were available in Illinois that are suddenly under an emergency recall for violating federal hazardous substances act. This is a new...
Bears $24 Million Signing Predicted as Team’s Worst Bust of 2024
The Chicago Bears have made a flurry of offseason moves in the NFL draft, free agency and the trade market, at least some of which may come up shy of expectations. Some bets appear surer than others, though one of the most precarious may be the signing of former Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles running back D’Andre Swift. That was the position of David Kenyon of Bleacher Report on Sunday, July 14, when he projected Swift will end up the Bears’ “biggest bust” of the 2024 campaign.
Rockford-area flash flooding transforms front yards into lakes
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A constant hum comes from Eric Johnson’s front yard pump as 3 feet of water covers his Rockford grass. He expects the buzz from its engine to last for 48 hours as his property dries up from Saturday’s severe storms. “Woke up this morning,...
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