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Giannoulias Awards $2.5 Million to the Metro East Auto Theft Task Force
BELLEVILLE - To support operations and expand specialized investigations into carjackings and vehicle thefts, the Metro East Auto Theft Task Force (MEATTF) is receiving more than $2.4 million in new grant funding, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced today. MEATTF was reestablished in 2019 and is based out of...
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...
Big Lots (With 29 Illinois Stores) Is Closing A Lot More Spots
We're living in an interesting time, which is not always a good thing...especially when it comes to the sheer volume of national chain stores and restaurants that are shuttering locations on a permanent basis (not to mention the number of local businesses that have done the same thing). There's no...
UAW threatens national strike against Stellantis after recent cuts, delaying reopening of Illinois plant
The UAW is threatening a possible national strike against Stellantis, in the wake of what the union says are recent cutbacks at auto plants and unkept promises after signing a new contract following last fall’s historic stand-up strike.
Illinois Facilities Fund backs Michigan affordable housing projects
The Illinois Facilities Fund and Kent County, Michigan, have announced $9.9 million in loans for three community-based affordable housing development projects. The public-private partnership with the Chicago-based community development financial institution will support projects addressing housing affordability for people in what is described as the “missing middle” of public policy—those earning between 80 and 120 percent of area median income (AMI). A $3.7 million loan to Magnus Capital will bolster an $84 million project in Wyoming, Michigan, to construct 257 rental units, of which 208 are designated as affordable. A $4 million loan to ICCF Community Homes will help complete a $14.1 million project in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to develop 27 affordable condominium units, with half targeted to those earning below 80 percent of AMI. And a $2.2 million loan to Linc UP will back an $18.2 million project to develop 54 one-bedroom apartments for residents ages 55 and older with incomes between 30 percent and 60 percent of AMI.
Marylanders take fight for constitutional amendment on abortion to DNC
Marylanders took their fight to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution to the Democratic National Convention Monday, hosting a fundraiser with Illinois advocates that was expected to raise $70,000 for the effort.
Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton on why Kamala Harris 'can beat Donald Trump'
FOX 32's Dawn Hasbrouck sat down with Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton to discuss Chicago hosting the DNC and why Kamala Harris can defeat Donald Trump in the general election.
Attorney For Woman Who Stole $1.5 Million In Chicken Wings Speaks Out — Claims She Did To Fund Her Gambling Addiction
An attorney for Vera Liddell, the ex-cafeteria consultant from Illinois who received a nine-year prison sentence for stealing $1.5 million in chicken wings from a school district, claims that she stole the money to support her gambling habit. According to a new report by @people, her attorney, Patrick O’Byrne spoke with them and stated that ... Read more
Mega Millions warning as $1m prize remains unclaimed – but the winner is set to avoid the same fate as Edwin Castro
LOTTERY chiefs have warned a mystery millionaire to safeguard their prize-scooping ticket - to avoid the same pitfalls as Edwin Castro. The Powerball mega-winner has been pictured dining with a close friend of the Kardashians, amid family scandals and a lawsuit. An unknown Lottery player became one of three lucky...
It’s About Time: Illinois Now Has An Official State…Mushroom
Well, if you're going to do something, go big. That appears to be exactly what Illinois has done with the announcement of a new official state mushroom, Calvatia gigantea, also known as the Giant Puffball mushroom. If you've never heard of the Giant Puffball mushroom, you probably think that this...
Report shows many Illinois communities have forever chemicals in their drinking water
(The Center Square) – A new report shows that forever chemicals, or PFAS, are contaminating drinking water supplies in communities all around Illinois. Research by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) shows that many Illinois communities have levels of PFAS above the proposed limit, including in areas from Mt. Vernon to Metro East to Rockford. The group is calling on Congress to boost funding to tackle what they call a “growing environment and public health crisis.” ...
Ford To Illinoisans With Older Fords Or Mazdas: Stop Driving Now
It's not every day that you see a major auto manufacturer issuing a "Do Not Drive" warning about their cars, then see a competing car company follow suit with a do not drive warning of its own. Even more unusual is the number of vehicles that are included in the warnings from the two car companies.
Wake Up Tri-Counties with State Representative Dan Swanson Scam Seminar on August 20th
Illinois State Representative Dan Swanson joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the “How to Avoid Being Scammed” seminar he organized to help people learn the signs of scams and avoid becoming victims. The seminar is on August 20, 2024, from 9 to 10 AM, or after questions have been answered, at the Oxford American Legion in Alpha. The Oxford American Legion is located at 211 West A Street. Everyone is welcome to attend the informational seminar to learn how to protect yourself, your family, or a friend from being scammed. Heather Calcara from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office and the Sheriff from the Rock Island, Henry, Mercer, Knox, Warren, and McDonough Sheriff’s Offices join Representative Dan Swanson for an information seminar Tuesday morning. There will be coffee, juice, and sweets. They won’t turn away anyone with questions or who needs help at the public meeting.
Season Preview: Glenwood Girls Cross Country
Assistant Coaches: Lindsay Cook, Grant Kaiser, Taylor Justison. Last Year’s Conference Record: Conference Champs. Last Year’s Overall Record: 200-0? We were undefeated. Postseason: Regional Champs, Sectional Champs. State Champs. School State Championships: Girls State Champions 2020, 2023. Boys State Champions 2018. Top Returnees from Fall 2023. (Varsity) Ali...
Taylorville rallying community support for IDOT grant to improve downtown
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Taylorville is soliciting help from the public in applying for an IDOT grant that could improve the downtown area. City officials said in a Change.org petition that the funding they hope to receive comes from the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP), which is administered by IDOT. The purpose […]
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