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How you can limit your exposure to PFAs: UI Extension
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Forever chemicals, which are commonly found in household items, pose a threat to polluting soil, lakes, rivers and streams across the country — as well as human health. Illinois Extension is sharing tips on how you can reduce your exposure to PFAs and protect yourself. PFAs — per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, […]
“How I’m Feeling Now” about Clark Street: Riding on Chicago’s new all-green protected “brat lane”
Those aren't just hits featuring British dance music singer-songwriter Charli XCX. They were also my reactions to Chicago's nearly completed Clark Street protected bike lane during my first pedal on it yesterday. I'll explain why in a bit. I've previously written at length about the upcoming Clark PBL, located on...
Angel Reese Pleads With Singer To Attend Chicago Sky Game
Chicago Sky rookie sent a message to the singer "SZA," pleading with the artist to come to a WNBA game and watch her play. The singer reposted an edit made by the WNBA on Instagram following Reese's 12th straight double-double, which she recorded in an 88-84 victory over the Seattle Storm on ...
Chicago Grapples With Surge in July 4th Weekend Gun Violence: 13 Dead, 61 Injured Amid Citywide Shootings
Chicago witnessed an alarmingly violent Fourth of July weekend, with at least 13 fatalities and 61 injuries reported as a result of shootings across the city. The surge in gun violence marked a grim increase from the previous year's toll of 11 deaths and 62 injuries for the entire holiday period. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, these incidents included three mass shootings, one of which tragically claimed the lives of two women and an 8-year-old boy in Greater Grand Crossing.
Proposed public funding for Chicago elections could give small-donor campaigns big boost, BGA finds
A recent proposal from City Council ethics chair Ald. Matt Martin could give small-donor campaigns a big boost, by adding a public funding option to Chicago's campaign finance landscape.In its current version, the public financing option would be for aldermanic campaigns only, not the citywide offices of Mayor, Treasurer, and City Clerk. Participating campaigns could be eligible for up to $200,000 in public funding. The dollar matching program would be among the strongest of major cities, with a 12:1 match for every dollar up to an individual contributor's first $25, and a further 9:1 match for dollars $26-150.Supporters see this as an incentive for campaigns to reach a wider range of their electorate. But some argue that the subsidies are a waste of taxpayer dollars and potentially a form of compelled speech.You can read the full breakdown from the Better Government Association here.
The data inside Illinois’ pretrial release program
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — It’s been about 10 months since cash bail was eliminated in Illinois. Now, the office overseeing the entire system and transition has released a treasure trove of data about how the cases have been going since. “I think the big picture story that this data tells is that, despite all the concerns […]
Weekend Break: North Branch Farmers Market
The North Branch Farmers Market brings together the Edgebrook, Sauganash, Wildwood and Forest Glen communities and is held every other Saturday. It aims to attract local business to Chicago's far Northwest Side while also providing the area with fresh produce from unique small businesses.
An unthinkable Cardinals-Cubs blockbuster to get St. Louis to contender status
There is no way it happens, but what if it did? The Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals do not like each other. In fact, they kind of hate each other, which is great, because who doesn't love passion? Better yet, who doesn't love a blockbuster trade proposal? This one I cooked up between the Cubbies and Redbirds. By no means is it going to happen, but it could help both teams out a ton.
Beautiful Music NOW - Lunga Eric Hallam
Throughout July, we're highlighting some rising young stars of classical music. Today it's tenor Lunga Eric Hallam, an ensemble member of the Opera Center at Lyric Opera of Chicago. The South African singer received his diploma and postgraduate degrees in music from The University of Cape Town College of Music. He also founded a nonprofit organization called Phenomenal Opera Voices in his hometown of Khayelitsha.
Joe Wronka shares Mercy Home’s incredible history and how they are ‘on track’ for future success!
COO for Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, Joe Wronka joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Joe shares the amazing work and impact of Mercy Home in Chicago for over 100 years. Listen as Joe gives an overview of the at risk and underserved students, challenging backgrounds and the programs and structure in place for positive outcomes for family, future, school and careers. Joe also fills us in on the exciting upcoming collaboration with Urban Youth Racing School and the opportunity to bring the programs of this renowned group partnered with Chevrolet and NASCAR and founded in Philadelphia to the youth of Chicago during the next school year. For more information on all things Mercy Home go to www.mercyhome.org.
Iowans flocking to states with no state income tax: IRS data
(The Center Square) – Migration data from the Internal Revenue Service shows that thousands of Iowans are leaving the state for Texas and Florida, which have no state income tax. Texas drew nearly 5,000 residents from Iowa but 3,475 Texans left for the Hawkeye state. The state lost a net $68.3 million in adjusted gross […]
Sunglass Hut robber got away with merchandise worth $13,750: prosecutors
CHICAGO — A nine-time convicted felon, on parole for robbing an AT&T store, is accused of taking merchandise worth more than $13,000 during the robbery of a Sunglass Hut in the Loop. Brian Willis, 35, is also accused of stealing nearly $2,000 worth of liquor from a Walgreens in Streeterville.
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