2024 WNBA Draft Review: Chicago Sky
At the start of last season, it appeared that the Chicago Sky was back in rebuilding mode after Candace Parker signed with the Las Vegas Aces, after Courtney Vandersloot signed with the New York Liberty, and after Allie Quigley decided not to play last season.
Read full storyMan lights himself on fire at Trump trial
About five minutes ago from the time of this writing, a man runs next to a park bench outside of the courthouse where the Trump trial proceedings are taking place and begins shooting randomly in the air. After sending off shots, the man lights himself on fire in an attempt to immolate himself.
Read full story2024 WNBA Draft Review: Atlanta Dream
The Atlanta Dream actually started dreaming again after reaching the WNBA Playoffs last season due to the shooting of Rhyne Howard. However, Atlanta needed to bolster their roster after finishing with a regular season record of 19-21 and losing in the first round to the Dallas Wings.
Read full storyWorkforce Connection Job Fair on 4/19
The Workforce Connection will be holding a job fair at the Stephenson County Farm Bureau in Freeport on Friday, April 19 from 2 PM to 5 PM CST. This event is free to attend with no pre-registration required.
Read full storyJob Fair at Joliet West High School on 4/18
Joliet Township High School District #204 will be holding a job fair at Joliet West High School in the Media Center from 1:15 PM to 5 PM CST on Thursday, April 18. This job fair will be open to junior and senior high school students from 1:15 PM to 3:15 PM. The career fair will then be open to the general public from 3:30 PM to 5 PM.
Read full storyCircuit Court of Cook County JTDC Job Fair on 4/17 in Chicago
The Circuit Court of Cook County will be holding a Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) job fair from 9 AM to 2 PM CST on Wednesday, April 17. This job fair is free to attend with no registration required. The Juvenile Temporary Detention Center now has positions open for people who are not currently Cook County employees.
Read full storyIDHS Virtual Job Fair on 4/17
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is holding a virtual recruitment event on Wednesday, April 17 from 2 PM to 3 PM CST. This job fair will show you where to go in order to apply for State of Illinois jobs that need to be filled by people like you. This virtual career fair will give you details on the various jobs and the benefits that you receive if you are hired. You will also receive tips on filling out the application so that you will receive an interview.
Read full storyHush money trial to begin on 4/15
On April 15, we will witness history because Monday will be the first time ever a former US President will be the defendant in a criminal trial. Former US President Donald Trump attempted to delay the hush money trial three different times earlier this week in New York. The state appeals court denied each attempt.
Read full storyState, Federal, and Local Municipalities Job Fair on 4/12
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES), Lifehouse, and the Calumet Memorial Park District is hosting the State, Federal, and Local Municipalities job fair on Friday, April 12 from 10 AM to 2 PM CST at the Sandridge Fitness Center Gymnasium in Calumet City.
Read full storyDCFS Virtual State of Illinois Employment Workshop on 4/11
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) will be holding a virtual job fair for the entire state of Illinois on Thursday, April 11 from 11 AM to 1 PM CST.
Read full storyWheeling In Person Job Fair on 4/10
The American Job Center in Wheeling is holding a multi-employer job fair from 1 PM to 3 PM CST on Wednesday, April 10. This hiring event is free of charge to attend. You can register in advance at this link, or you can register at the door if registration is full.
Read full storyCook County's 4th District Job Fair on 4/10
The 4th District of Cook County is hosting a multi-industry job fair on Wednesday, April 10 from 11 AM to 3 PM CST at the Emil and Patricia Jones Convocation Center at Chicago State University.
Read full storySolar eclipse viewing party at Whalon Lake on 4/8
Monday, April 8 will be a Solar-bration as Whalon Lake will be hosting a free solar eclipse viewing party from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM CST. You will be able to see the first solar eclipse since 2007 in a cozy setting.
Read full storySolar eclipse viewing party at Hickory Creek on 4/8
There will be a free solar eclipse viewing on Monday, April 8 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM CST at the Hickory Creek Preserve - LaPorte Road Access in Mokena. You do not need to register for the event, but you will want to arrive early because the first 50 attendees will receive free viewing glasses that are recommended for you to witness this solar eclipse without frying your retinas.
Read full storySolar Eclipse viewing party at Goodenow Grove on 4/8
Let's have a Solar-bration! The Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve will be hosting a solar eclipse viewing party on Monday, April 8 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the Plum Creek Nature Center.
Read full storyHBCU All Star Basketball Game on 4/7
The best college basketball players from the four Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) will be playing in the HBCU All-Star Game on Sunday, April 7 at 1 PM MST at the GCU Arena in Phoenix.
Read full storyTinley Park Brew & Vine 2024 on 4/5-6
The Tinley Park Brew & Vine 2024 Fest will be held on Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6 at the Odyssey Country Club. VIP hours will be from 6 PM to 11 PM CST, and General Admission hours will be from 7 PM to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Read full storyKendall County Career & Resource Fair on 4/5
Kendall County is hosting a career and resource fair on Friday, April 5 from 1 PM to 4 PM CST at the Fox Valley Family YMCA - Fox Valley Central Branch. This job fair is sponsored by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES), Kendall County, the Fox Valley Family YMCA, Waubonsee Community College, and WorkNet Batavia.
Read full storyShooting at Merichka's this afternoon
A shootout occurred earlier this afternoon around 1 PM in the 600 block of Theodore Street. Fortunately, nobody was shot. Many businesses in the area were hit with gunfire including Merichka's.
Read full storyIntermountain Electronics job fair on 4/4
Intermountain Electronics will be taking open interviews on Thursday, April 4 from 9 AM to 2 PM CST at their facility. Here is a quick look at the open positions for this job fair.
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