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Unemployment claims in Illinois increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Illinois rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 9,545 in the week ending July 13, up from 9,470 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
‘I’m Sorry’: Black Woman Killed By Illinois Deputy Hid Behind Cabinets and Apologized After Deputy Threatened to Shoot Her In Her ‘F—ing Face’ Over Pot of Hot Water, Documents Show
A sheriff’s deputy who has been indicted for killing an Illinois Black woman shot her in the face over a pot of hot water, a […] ‘I’m Sorry’: Black Woman Killed By Illinois Deputy Hid Behind Cabinets and Apologized After Deputy Threatened to Shoot Her In Her ‘F—ing Face’ Over Pot of Hot Water, Documents Show
Illinois Attorney General defends gun ban with reference to attempted assassination of former president
(The Center Square) – Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said the attempted assassination of former President Trump demonstrates why the state’s gun ban should remain in place. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas wrote that Illinois’ ban is ‘highly suspect because it broadly prohibits common semiautomatic firearms used...
Satellite runs across Illinois help support Memphis to Peoria St. Jude run fundraising efforts
PEORIA, Ill. – Each summer, runners from central Illinois journey down to Memphis, Tenn. for the St. Jude Runs, running 465 miles back to Peoria and raising money for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. But they’re not alone in their effort. Nearly 30 satellite runs from all...
Durbin sentenced for role in death of Dwayne French
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — One of four co-defendants in the case regarding the murder of Dwayne French learned his sentence Friday. Richard Durbin appeared in Vigo County Superior Court 3 Friday morning. Durbin had previously pleaded guilty to a level 3 felony charge of aiding in robbery. Vigo County Prosecutor Terry Modesitt explained at […]
ANNUAL STRINGTOWN PICNINC THIS SUNDAY
(STRINGTOWN) The Annual Stringtown Picnic is this coming Sunday, running from 11:00 to 6:00, at the air-conditioned St. Joseph Parish Center. The all-you-can-eat smorgasbord meal with include beef, ham, homemade noodles, and much more with serving from 11:00 to 2:00 and carryouts available. Tickets are $13.00 for adults, $5.00 for children ages 5 to 10, and free for children ages 4 and under. Also a basket stand, bingo, various raffles, kids games, a beer garden, live music, inflatables, and other food like pork burgers, brats, ice cream, & more. All ages are welcome out to the Stringtown Picnic this coming Sunday, northeast of Olney.
Angry Woman’s Meltdown Shatters Cybertruck’s Bulletproof Windows, Crushing Ice Cream Business
A 29-year-old Indiana woman was arrested for smashing the windows of a Cybertruck in Ohio. The $10k damages left the EV inoperable, ending the owner’s summer ice cream business. Tesla won’t be able to replace the bulletproof windows until September. The bulletproof windows of a Tesla Cybertruck were...
Indiana State Police Participating in “Best Looking Cruiser Contest”
STATEWIDE–Indiana State Police are participating in a “Best Looking Cruiser Contest”. Leaders of it say it began as a friendly competition between state agencies as a fun way to allow community support and interaction with law enforcement in a positive manner. State Police submitted a photo taken in Indianapolis during the solar eclipse this past […] The post Indiana State Police Participating in “Best Looking Cruiser Contest” appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Dollar General Reaches $12 Million Settlement with Department of Labor, Must Implement New Safety Practices
NATIONAL — The Department of Labor and Dollar General agreed to a settlement earlier this month that would require the store to increase their safety investment in stores nationwide. Dollar General agreed to pay $12 million in penalties and implement changes across its 19,000 stores that would make the safety of its employees a priority. […] The post Dollar General Reaches $12 Million Settlement with Department of Labor, Must Implement New Safety Practices appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Indiana’s Favorite Department Store bucks the national trend
I wear the same 5 to 6 outfits every week. I haven’t spent a lot of time or money recently shopping at a department store for new clothes due to inflation on everything. However, if I were to go shopping, I would be in good company if I selected this store… Top Department Stores in […] The post Indiana’s Favorite Department Store bucks the national trend appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Big Lots Shutting Down Stores Amid Financial Uncertainty
Big Lots is planning to shutter around 40 stores as the company opens up about their ability to continue. I've been shopping at Big Lots for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I could spend hours in the toy aisle, and even as a teenager, I spent quite a bit of time thumbing through the DVD and Blu-ray selections. My wife and I still shop at Big Lots on a regular basis today. It's safe to say that it's one of my all-time favorite stores. Need groceries? Done. Kitchenware? Easy. How about some furniture? They've got all kinds of options out on the floor.
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