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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...
East Central Illinois plumber wins international title
SNS — In a remarkable achievement just five years into his plumbing career, Andrew Hall, a resident of East Central Illinois, has been recognized as one of the best in the industry after clinching the union’s International Apprentice Contest. Hall, a member of United Association Local 149, triumphed over competitors from the U.S., Canada, and Australia last week, marking the first international title in Local 149's history. His victory came after a grueling week of written tests, hands-on projects, and interviews with top international leaders in the field. Previously, Hall had already secured victories in local, state, and district competitions, which...
Caleb Williams Sends Message to Bears OL After Sack in Bengals Win
Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams took his first sack of his NFL career during August 17’s preseason win over the Cincinnati Bengals, but he made a point of blaming himself, not his offensive line, in the postgame. Williams spoke about the Bears offense’s rough start following their 27-3...
The Angel Reese hate needs to stop immediately after her latest WNBA double-double feat
Yes, I’ve seen all your compilations of Angel Reese missing shots close to the hoop for the Chicago Sky, and all the hate about her game online. But you know what? She’s laughing all the way to the hoop when she grabs yet another rebound, putting together another double-double.
Labor unions to get prime billing on first night of DNC
Leaders of several of the largest labor unions in the country will have speaking slots during primetime at the Democratic National Convention on Monday in Chicago, as the party continues its political overtures to a crucial voting block.According to details first shared with CBS News, at least seven labor union representatives will deliver remarks Monday on the convention stage. This includes United Automobile Workers President Shawn Fain, Service Employees International Union President April Verrett, and American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees President Lee Saunders. Laborers' International Union of North America President President Brent Booker, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers...
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:
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