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Wisconsin highlighted at DNC forum
CHICAGO — While not an official event connected to the Democratic National Convention, an Illinois political forum Monday demonstrated that both Illinois and Wisconsin will play prominent roles in the November election. Organized by the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University and WisPolitics.com, the forum featured a well know Wisconsin political analyst, Jeff Mayers, the founder of WisPolitics.com. “There are basically two things to watch if the...
4 Illinois KFC fast-food locations abruptly close Monday morning
ILLINOIS (WMBD) — Four KFC fast-food locations in Illinois abruptly closed Monday morning, according to former restaurant employees. Eighteen-year-old Andrew Bush, a former restaurant employee of about a year-and-a-half, said he received a call from his corporate KFC district manager at about 9 a.m. Monday regarding the permanent closure of the Washington, Illinois, location. The restaurant is located at 1106 Peoria Street.
Fierce competition and flavors highlight Bloody Mary Fest
Hundreds came out to paint the town red Sunday at Everts Park in Highwood. Though, the annual Bloody Mary Fest actually produced yellow and green cocktails as well as the iconic red version that was the center of the celebration. The tomato-based concoction was not the only entertainment on the afternoon. Food vendors and live […] The post Fierce competition and flavors highlight Bloody Mary Fest appeared first on The Record.
Only One Illinois Hospital Makes ‘Shortest Emergency Room Wait Time’ List
You can't always plan an emergency, but if could, you would definitely want to be at one of the US hospitals with the shortest ER wait times. How many times have you rushed to the Emergency Room just to sit and wait for hours? Probably more than you wish to count.
Burger Chain with Illinois Place Suddenly May Declare Bankruptcy
Any business owner will tell you that profits come and profits go and the outlook can turn on a dime with changing conditions. That appears to be the case for a burger chain that has a location in Illinois that says it suddenly may be declaring bankruptcy based on a new report.
DNC in Chicago: Tim Walz’ wife makes surprise address to Illinois Democrats
CHICAGO - A surprise guest visited Illinois Democrats as they gathered for their first delegation breakfast of Chicago’s Democratic National Convention. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’ wife Gwen Walz received a standing ovation when she was introduced as a speaker, during a high-energy program that featured addresses from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth, and New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker.
Former WNBA Rookie Of The Year Shares Three-Word Take After Brutal Chicago Sky Loss
Chicago Sky forward Michaela Onyenwere had a fantastic stretch just before the 2024 WNBA All-Star break. It's gone the opposite way for her, however, since the long break. After another poor performance as part of the Sky's starting unit on Sunday, Onyenwere posted the following message on X ...
VIDEO: Illinois Speaker Welch compares Biden to FDR at Democratic convention
(The Center Square) – Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch discusses union rights, inflation and compares President Joe Biden's record to Franklin D. Roosevelt's at the Democratic National Convention Monday in Chicago. See the full video below:
Big Lots (With 29 Illinois Stores) Is Closing A Lot More Spots
Initially, Big Lots said that they'd be closing around 40 stores around the country in a move to keep the company afloat. Now come word that 40 was way too low of a number when it comes to store closings...the real number may be around 8 times that many closings.
Aldi Vegetables Sold In Illinois Raised To Class-1 Recall Status
My wife said this to me the other day: "Is it my imagination, or are we getting food recall warnings and notices just about every day lately, and don't most of them have something to do with listeria?" She's not wrong. From deli meat to vegetables, over the last few...
Illinois governor declares Malört the "unofficial shot" of the DNC
Once described by comedian John Hodgeman as tasting of “pencil shavings and heartbreak,” Jeppson’s Malört is a polarizing wormwood and anise-flavored liqueur that’s kind of a secret handshake among Chicagoans. Originated and distilled in the city, its strong taste — with notes of rubber bands, licorice and grapefruit — makes it something of a rite passage among local drinkers.
Illinois quick hits: County creates commission after police shooting homicide
County creates commission after police shooting homicide Sangamon County is creating a commission to hear from residents on how the government can prevent another tragedy after the death of Sonya Massey last month. A former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy is facing murder charges in the shooting death of Massey. County officials said the purpose for the commission is to address systemic issues in law enforcement practices and mental health responses...
Ford To Illinoisans With Older Fords Or Mazdas: Stop Driving Now
It's not every day that you see a major auto manufacturer issuing a "Do Not Drive" warning about their cars, then see a competing car company follow suit with a do not drive warning of its own. Even more unusual is the number of vehicles that are included in the warnings from the two car companies.
Illinois Tollway: Those Texts Are A Scam, And Not From Us!
If you've been getting texts (or, in some cases, emails) lately from something called "Illinois Tollway Services" (or sometimes just Illinois Tollway) telling you that you owe toll money, you've probably responded or thought about responding because you're a law-abiding citizen who doesn't want any trouble with the authorities. Plus,...
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