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OPPD crew returning after supporting power restoration efforts in Iowa, Illinois
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The OPPD crew that traveled to Iowa and Illinois to assist power workers there with restoration after a line major storms rolled through the region is headed back home. In an update Saturday, OPPD said that in addition to general power restoration assistance, their transportation mechanics...
Vandalism spree in Oak Lawn: Dozens of vehicles, garages tagged with 'BLM' graffiti
OAK LAWN, Ill. - A vandalism spree left dozens of vehicles and garages defaced with the same "Black Lives Matter" or "BLM" graffiti overnight in Oak Lawn. Eighty vehicles, including cars and SUVs, that were parked along Cook Avenue and Tomcin Trail in Oak Lawn, were vandalized. Oak Lawn Police...
2 Dead & At Least 28 People Are Hospitalized Following Multistate Listeria Outbreak, CDC Reports
Two people are dead, and at least 28 people have been hospitalized following a multistate listeria outbreak. RELATED: Uh-Oh! FDA Announces Nationwide Recall Of Over 60 Ice Cream Products More Details On The Deaths & Hospitalizations Related To The Outbreak According to CNN, the CDC announced the outbreak in an investigation notice published on Friday, July [...] The post 2 Dead & At Least 28 People Are Hospitalized Following Multistate Listeria Outbreak, CDC Reports appeared first on The Shade Room.
C-M 201-U Support Day August 10
District 201-U families are invited to Crete-Monee 201-U Support Day, on Saturday, August 10, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the C-MHS Fieldhouse, 1515 W. Exchange Street in Crete. This year, the event will feature school supplies and hygiene kit give-aways, a mental health and wellness vendor fair, raffles, games, bounce houses, and hair cuts, plus food with grill master Mr. Dillard.
From Opp To Teammate! Angel Reese & Caitlin Clark Team Up For The WNBA All-Star Game (VIDEO)
Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark hit the hardwood together for the WNBA All-Star game on July 20. PEOPLE reports the players were victorious over the U.S. Olympic team as they competed at the Footprint Center in Phoenix. RELATED: Caitlin Clark Responds To Exclusion From U.S. Olympic Women’s Basketball Team Angel Reese & Caitlin Clark Team [...] The post From Opp To Teammate! Angel Reese & Caitlin Clark Team Up For The WNBA All-Star Game (VIDEO) appeared first on The Shade Room.
1962 – Crash Helps Gerken Win Illiana Race
Whitey Gerken (44) races against Curtis Turner (20) during the USAC late model stock car race at Illiana. Gerken would go on to win the race while Turner would finish second. – Wayne Bryant Photo/Stan Kalwasinski Collection. Schererville, Ind. (July 21, 1962) – A capacity crowd watched Whitey Gerken...
Will County, IL – Hazmat Incident: I-55 Open, Area Safe to Avoid
Channahon, IL – Channahon Fire Protection District is managing a hazardous materials incident at 25846 S Frontage Road in Channahon this Saturday afternoon. The situation is contained, and there are no threats to the community. Currently, there are no evacuation advisories, and I-55 remains open in both directions. Authorities advise avoiding the area until the incident is fully resolved.
Indiana American Water Donates Two Dump Trucks to City of Gary for Public Works
Indiana American Water gives back to the people of Gary creating safer roads for all. Indiana American Water, one of the state's leading providers of water and wastewater services, has announced its donation of two dump trucks to the City of Gary. The trucks can be used for any application the city sees fit but will be instrumental in supporting the city's snow removal efforts, particularly during the winter months when efficient snow plowing and salting operations are crucial for maintaining safe road conditions.
Illinois teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan looks to shine at Miss Amazing Summit
The Miss Amazing National Summit in Rosemont highlights women with disabilities, including Illinois Teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan, who has raised over 7,200 items for food pantries and uses her platform to inspire and help others.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker floated as potential VP running mate
CHICAGO (CBS) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has been floated as a potential running mate to Kamala Harris, who on Sunday announced her intention to run for the Democratic nomination for president following the news that President Joe Biden would not seek reelection.Pritzker was at his Gold Coast home on Sunday, and it was unclear what talks he has had or who he has been communicating with since Mr. Biden suspended his reelection campaign earlier in the day.Monday morning, Pritzker endorsed Harris to be the new Democratic nominee, saying he would work hard to get her elected, because she is the...
Are Jails in Illinois using Torture Methods on Inmates?
According to a report, there is something that jails use every day in Illinois that experts say is considered "torture" what exactly is it? And should the Land of Lincoln stop using these devices ASAP?. According to an article from Illinoisansweres.org, the United Nations now considers restraint chairs a form...
Studio space available at Union Street Gallery
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 21, 2024) – Union Street Gallery, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit art gallery, is extending an invitation to apply to join their collaborative of Studio Artists. The application fee is $50, and applications will be juried by the current roster of Studio Artists. Studio Artists agree to...
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