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Two Films, Painting, Library Card Sign-p: Park Forest Library Announces September Events
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—As summer activities come to a close, the Park Forest Public Library steps into the void with September events, including two films, a painting class, weekly social knitting sessions, and an incentive for residents to sign up or renew their library cards. Library Card Sign-Up Month.
Pleasant Prairie police arrest wanted man, tried to run from stop
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. - Pleasant Prairie police on Saturday released video that shows the arrest of a wanted man who tried to run from a traffic stop. It happened on Sheridan Road on Aug. 1. Police said the suspect had multiple outstanding warrants, and ran from his car when an officer conducted a traffic stop.
Finger-lickin’ fraud! School employee admits to stealing $1.5 million worth of chicken wings
A school worker admitted to stealing $1.5 million worth of chicken wings and other food during the pandemic and will now head to prison. In January 2023, Vera Lidell, 67, was arrested by authorities in Cook County, Illinois, according to Fox 32. She began working as the Director of Food Services for Harvey School District 152 in July 2020.
A Strange Earthquake Shook Southeastern Illinois Saturday Night
This has been a year of strange earthquake locations in Illinois and Missouri already. Saturday night was no exception as a not insignificant quake was confirmed by the USGS to shake the southeastern part of Illinois. Since I check the USGS earthquake page several times every day, I get used...
When 2 Illinois Men Got Lost in the Woods – Something Found Them
It was supposed to be a date with two girls they had met, but for two Illinois men it became something completely different and terrifying. After they became lost in the woods trying to locate the home of the ladies, something found them, but it wasn't what they were hoping for.
Beware of Vicious Illinois Tollway Scam That’s Ripping People Off
Just give me 5 minutes alone with the people that come up with these scams and everything will be fine. Don't I wish. While I wait for that golden opportunity, I can at least warn you to beware of a vicious text scam involving the Illinois Tollway that is ripping thousands of Illinoisans off.
Only One Illinois Hospital Makes ‘Shortest Emergency Room Wait Time’ List
You can't always plan an emergency, but if could, you would definitely want to be at one of the US hospitals with the shortest ER wait times. How many times have you rushed to the Emergency Room just to sit and wait for hours? Probably more than you wish to count.
Illinois school districts seek sales tax dollars
(The Center Square) – Illinoisans already face a high tax burden and now DeKalb County school districts are asking voters to raise sales taxes for schools. Sales taxes would go up 1% in DeKalb County if voters approve the County School Facility Occupation Tax. DeKalb County Board Vice Chairman John Frieders told The Center Square […]
Illinois State Fair vendors look forward to welcoming new, returning customers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) – The Illinois State Fair is packed with all kinds of events and activities from rides to harness racing and to concerts. But you can’t go a few steps without finding a bite to eat or something to drink. “I think Illinois is wonderfully reflected through our agricultural partners in the Illinois […]
Sophisticated Decor, Cocktail Lounge, and International Cuisine: Bread & Vine Launches Unique Fast-Casual Franchise Concept Nationwide
The lifestyle destination brand is pioneering a next-level fast-casual concept, offering franchise opportunities throughout Illinois, Wisconsin, and beyond. The company, founded by restaurant connoisseur and international culinary expert Eric Bonnetain, is seeking to add around 50 units to its network within the next five years. Targeting Illinois and Wisconsin at the outset of expansion, the brand is focusing on the areas of Chicago and Madison, and Door county in Wisconsin.
This Is When Illinois And Wisconsin Will Get The First Frost This Year
Fall is right on our doorstep. Kids are heading back to school, Spirit Halloween stores are opening for the season, and we're less than a month away from Labor Day. The yearly August argument is strong on social media right now. Some hang on to pool season and embrace the Dog Days of Summer. Others jump right into Spooky Season and all things pumpkin.
Illinois schools need to fill 4K teaching positions
Ill. (WTVO) — The Illinois State Board of Education is launching a $6 million campaign to recruit school teachers. This is to address the serious shortages in the industry across the state. The campaign is especially for bilingual and special education in rural and urban communities. The board said its annual unfilled positions data collected […]
Football practice begins across Illinois. Here are the top players
High school football practice starts Monday. A long summer of early mornings, hot days and tough workouts culminates with the beginning of the 2024 season. Teams across the Peoria area will hit the gridiron in the morning or after school. ...
Black bear spotted in Illinois
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. (KBSI) – Black bears are on the move! More black bear sightings have been reported in Illinois. People reported seeing bears from Columbia to Belleville. In one case, a baby black bear was spotted in Caseyville and it is said to be moving northeast. The...
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