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Cook County Chief Judge Prepares for Possible Mass Arrests at DNC: ‘People Are Going to Be Heard’
With the Democratic National Convention just days away, Cook County judges are clearing their schedules. It comes as part of an administrative order from Chief Judge Tim Evans to prepare for the possibility of mass arrests. The order established a facility at Belmont and Western avenues that would handle those...
Illinois State Fair Sees Record-Breaking Crowd for Hip-Hop Icon
A Hip-Hop Icon electrified the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday night setting an all-time attendance record. Rapper Lil' Wayne performed for an impressive 15,427 fans which surpassed the previous record of 15,329 set by Jason Aldean in 2011. The rapper's performance not only captivated the crowd but also highlighted the fair's growing appeal.
#1 Reason Back-to-School Season is the Best Time of Year in Illinois
There's nothing better than going to the store on a Tuesday, in the middle of the day, and not seeing a single child in sight. Maybe that's just me, but boy is it nice!. It honestly feels like summer just started, but now we're headed into the new school year. Oh, how time passes us by!
Illinois Republicans aim to gain momentum in November elections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Thursday at the Illinois State Fair was a day entirely dedicated to the Republican Party. GOP candidates across the ballot stepped up to the lectern, making pitches to their Republican constituents. “I’m working as hard as I can to make our state great, and to take back our country,” said Mark Rice, […]
Brace Yourself, Illinois – Farmers Almanac Predicts Brutal Winter
What else would you expect really? It's not like Illinois isn't accustomed to winters with a lot of snow and cold conditions, but the new Farmer's Almanac prediction says the upcoming winter will be brutal for Illinois in particular. I will say that there's a part of me that feels...
Wisconsin hockey to compete in outdoor event at Wrigley Field
Wisconsin’s men’s and women’s hockey programs will participate in ‘The Frozen Confines: Big Ten Hockey Series,’ an outdoor event at Chicago’s Wrigley Field this January, per Thursday’s release. The two-day event features several Big Ten teams, including Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan State...
Consumers took ‘summer vacation’ from discretionary spending in July
CHICAGO – Total U.S. retail sales across the combined view of discretionary general merchandise and consumer packaged goods (CPG) continued on the path toward a state of equilibrium in July according to consumer behavior and trend tracker Circana. “This month’s sales results demonstrate just how adept consumers have gotten...
VIDEO: Progress made on Chicago freight rail project
Construction continues on a Chicago bridge project designed to reduce delays and improve fluidity by untangling freight and passenger rail lines. The Forest Hill Flyover, known as P3, is a viaduct designed to eliminate or reduce a quartet of intersecting railroad tracks on the city’s South Side. It’s part of the public-private $4.6-billion Chicago Region Environmental and Transportation Efficiency (CREATE) Program of 70 grade separations, flyovers and other rail projects to reduce the city’s notorious rail and roadway congestion.
Pack Expo International 2024 to offer networking opportunities
Pack Expo International 2024 (Nov. 3-6, McCormick Place, Chicago) is gearing up to offer networking opportunities that promise to connect over 45,000 packaging and processing professionals. Produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, this flagship event will host a variety of activities designed to foster connections and inspire innovation across the industry.
Angel Reese Getting Roasted After Making WNBA History In Sky-Mercury
Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky welcomed the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA's return from its Olympic hiatus. During the 85-65 loss, Reese's name was going viral for breaking a franchise record. She now has the most offensive rebounds in Chicago Sky history, passing Sylvia Fowles. Reese ...
ILLINOIS NEWS BRIEF (08/15/2024)
(SPRINGFIELD) A new state law will expand fentanyl education for grades 6-12 in Illinois schools beginning with the 2025-2026 academic year. It was last week that Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the non-partisan bill into law. The Illinois Department of Public Health says a lethal dose of fentanyl is smaller than a drop of water. Opioids containing fentanyl, along with several other drugs, are involved in 70% of most all fatal drug overdoses.
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