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DNC notebook: Moore takes a (hot dog) stand, Warnock recalls his Baltimore days
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker engage in a different type of dog fight, and Sen. Raphael Warnock shows off his Baltimore bona fides in a speech to the Maryland delegation at the DNC.
Local nursing homes cited and fined
The Illinois Department of Public Health announced that it has posted the 2024 Second Quarterly Report of Nursing Home Violations. Five facilities around the state were cited with type “AA” violations of the Nursing Home Care Act during the second quarter of 2024, the most severe type of violation.
Ahead of 2024 election, women voters in the Chicago suburbs weigh in on top issues
Illinois voters are hoping to gain a better understanding of where both major presidential candidates stand on various topics after Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks Thursday night, formally accepting the Democratic nomination. Suburban women came out strong to the polls in the 2020 presidential election. "Women are more than...
Farm to Table at Freeman Milki Way Farm
CAMP POINT, Ill. — A sign on the wall inside Freeman Milki Way Farm reads:. Owner Gretchen Forsythe asked the previous owners to leave that sign. Her vision when opening Freeman Milki Way Farm, a bright red barn-like building at 403 E. Park in Camp Point formerly known as The Farm Stand, was to pay homage to her family.
Lanphier High School football coach resigned after spirited discussion over practice and fundraising
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – When Lanphier High School plays its first football game of the season on Aug. 30, there will be a new coach on the sidelines. Ademola Adeniji, after taking over as head coach in February, resigned earlier this week after what he called a “spirited discussion” with the athletic director.
Taylorville DMV to close for a week amid transformation into a One-Stop-Shop
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WICS) — Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’ office is transforming its Taylorville facility into a and “One-Stop-Shop” design, offering reduced wait times and increased efficiency. The DMV will temporarily close from August 23-29, while renovations take place. During that time, a temporary “pop-up”...
Springfield, Chatham receive a state grant to build more pickle-ball courts
Republicans and Democrats don’t always agree on the issues. However, when it came to bolstering a growing sport in the Capital City, members from each party worked together. It's a sport gaining popularity in Capital City -- let alone the country. “I used to know all of the players...
Springfield and Decatur hospitals honored for excellence in stroke care
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The American Heart Association has recognized Springfield Memorial Hospital and Decatur Memorial Hospital for high-quality stroke care. The AHA awarded Springfield Memorial Hospital the Gold Plus, Honor Roll Elite and Stroke Advanced Therapy awards, while Decatur Memorial Hospital was again recognized with the Gold Plus award and named to the Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Honor Roll.
Burlington Police arrest man following investigation
Burlington, IA- The Burlington Police Department has announced the arrest of a man on multiple charges. According to a news release, on August 13th, Burlington Police Officers responded to a theft in progress on the property of Ferguson Plumbing. When officers arrived on scene, the suspects fled on foot. Officers...
A breakdown of the WIU layoffs by department
This month’s layoffs at Western Illinois University affected departments across the campus, though some were hit harder than others. The administration provided the information through a Freedom of Information Act request filed by Community News Brief, which shared the details with TSPR. Unit A (Tenured and tenure-track) Faculty --...
The Entire Internet Is Thirsting Over ESPN Host Courtney Cronin After She Caused A Stir In Her Short Black Skirt
Courtney Cronin might not be as well known as other reporters on ESPN, but she surely made a name for herself during a recent post of hers on social media. Cronin has been working for ESPN since August 2017 and covered the Minnesota Vikings for several years before moving to the Windy City to report on the Chicago Bears.
When The Chicks perform the National Anthem tonight at the DNC, they’ll bring a complicated history
The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. The Chicks — formerly known as The Dixie Chicks — will sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the Democratic National Convention Thursday night. That performance, and the group’s presence, will provide the latest chapter in The Chicks’ long and complicated political history.
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