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Big Lots Suddenly Closing 50 More Stores Including 2 in Illinois
It's been a challenging year for Big Lots after they've closed hundreds of stores and it doesn't appear they're done yet. Today, it was revealed that they are shuttering 50 more stores permanently and that includes at least 2 more in Illinois. You can add 50 more stores to the...
Thieves Break Into Illinois’ World Famous Restaurant
No person or place is safe from thieves in Illinois, even a world-famous restaurant. There is a huge crime problem in Illinois. The thieves in our state have no fear so everyone and everything is a target. The robberies are happening a lot more often here and there is no sign of a let up.
Millions of dollars recovered, hundreds arrested in IL auto theft investigations
ILLINOIS, Ill. (WCIA) — Recent statewide auto theft and carjacking prevention task force funding led to thousands of investigations, hundreds of arrests and millions of dollars in recovered vehicles, the Illinois Secretary of State announced Tuesday. Alexi Giannoulias oversees the grant program. In fiscal year 2024, the Illinois Statewide Auto Theft Task Force (ISATT) conducted […]
Battle brewing over Illinois law banning swipe fees on sales taxes, tips
(The Center Square) – A controversial Illinois law affecting credit cards has prompted opinion polls, lawsuits and an array of opinions. The Interchange Fee Prohibition Act was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and is set to take effect in July 2025, making Illinois the first state to exempt taxes and tips from interchange fees. Rob Karr, the president of the Illinois Retail Merchants Association, said their poll shows...
Another Change Could Be Coming to the Real ID in Illinois
I've never claimed to be a math genius, but I've lost count of the number of times there has been a change announced to the ongoing Real ID effort in Illinois and the word is another one could be in the works. When I saw an article from Patch talking...
Winning Illinois Lottery ticket worth $4.1M sold in Stone Park
A winning Illinois Lottery ticket worth $4.1 million was sold at a store in Stone Park.The winning ticket for the September 28 lotto drawing was sold at Jay's Fresh Market at 1550 North Mannheim Road.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe winning numbers for Saturday's drawing 1-11-15-16-34-41."When we first heard the news, we thought it was fake or a joke," laughed Minesh Patel, owner of Jay's Fresh Market. "But the morning after the drawing, a customer came in and said 'Did you see? Somebody won the Lotto jackpot last night and they bought their ticket here!' That's...
These Gas Station Tacos Are the Best in Illinois
Today is National Taco Day, and it wouldn't make sense not to highlight what's been dubbed the best tacos in Illinois. While Taco Day was originally set for October 4, the folks at Taco Bell pushed to move National Taco Day to the first Tuesday in October every year because, you guessed it, Taco Tuesday.
Decatur Hickory River Smokehouse location to close
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A popular barbeque restaurant in Decatur is scheduled to close within the next two weeks. Hickory River Smokehouse has been serving Decatur residents for over 17 years. But, according to the restaurants Facebook, that will soon change. Oct. 13 will be the last day of business, or until supplies lasts. Hickory […]
Illinois Department of Labor reminds businesses about upcoming salary transparency law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) sent a press release Tuesday reminding business owners of the upcoming salary transparency law. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2025, employers with 15 or more employees must include the pay scale and benefit information in job postings. It’s a result of an amendment to the Equal Pay […]
Nearly 140,000 Illinois residents to receive checks for unclaimed property
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — Almost 140,000 Illinois residents will soon be receiving checks of between $50 and $100, as part of the state’s program to return money without owners filing a claim. The Enhanced Money Match program from the Illinois Treasurer’s office crossmatches data collected by the state with the unclaimed property database. The money […]
State of Illinois Virtual Job Fair on 10/2
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is holding a virtual job fair on Wednesday, October 2 from 10 AM to 11 AM CT. This virtual presentation will tell you about all of the job opportunities within the State of Illinois along with the benefits for these positions.
Illinois apologizes for implying judge’s transit carry ruling brings ‘safety implications’
(The Center Square) – The Illinois Attorney General’s office has apologized to a federal judge demanding answers after implying his ruling against the state’s mass transit concealed carry ban has “safety implications.” Northern District of Illinois federal Judge Iain Johnston ruled the Second Amendment is violated by the state’s prohibition of people carrying concealed firearms on mass transit. “Plaintiffs’ proposed conduct – carrying concealed handguns on public transit for self-defense...
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