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Fewer Americans file for jobless claims as applications remain at elevated, but not troubling levels
Fewer Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week, but applications remained at recently elevated, though not troubling levels. Jobless claims for the week ending July 20 fell by 10,000 to 235,000 from 245,000 the previous week, the Labor Department reported Thursday. It’s the ninth straight week claims came in above 220,000. Before that stretch, claims had been below that number in all but three weeks so far in 2024. Weekly unemployment claims are widely considered as representative of layoffs, and though they have been slightly higher the past couple of months, they remain at historically healthy levels. The total number of Americans collecting unemployment benefits fell for the second time in three weeks. About 1.85 million Americans were collecting jobless benefits for the week of July 13, around 9,000 fewer than the previous week.
Cubs selling at trade deadline could pay blockbuster dividends in offseason
No team in the National League has disappointed more than the Chicago Cubs. The expectation was, after re-signing Cody Bellinger while bringing in Shota Imanaga and Craig Counsell that a Cubs team that narrowly missed the postseason in 2023, to make the playoffs, but barring a miracle, that's not going to happen.
WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie Drops Two-Word Nickname For Angel Reese
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese seems to be enjoying her Olympic break so far. After helping Team WNBA pull off a 117-109 win over Team USA in the 2024 WNBA All-Star game, Reese made her way to Europe to begin her vacation. On Tuesday, Reese showed up in London for Team USA's exhibition game against ...
State studies Bloomington-Normal to Peoria express bus
The Illinois Department of Transportation has received a $1.2 million federal grant to study the feasibility of operating bus service between Bloomington-Normal and Peoria along the Interstate 74 corridor. This is part of IDOT’s broader effort to improve intercity service in Illinois, including bus service. There is already a private...
White Sox make disturbing history in 10-2 loss to Rangers
The White Sox blew another lead to the Rangers Wednesday night, with lefty reliever Jared Shuster allowing six runs in the eighth inning and the offense only mustering four hits in the team's 10th straight loss. It's their second 10-game losing streak of the season, making this the first time...
Gov. Pritzker, Secret Service discuss DNC security
CHICAGO (WGEM) - Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker joined officials from the U.S. Secret Service and Chicago Police Department to discuss security ahead of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) Thursday. The press conference comes less than two weeks after a shooting at a rally for former President Donald Trump’s in Butler,...
IL PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION IS OFFERING TWO NEW PROGRAMS ON EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(BLOOMINGTON) The Illinois Pork Producers Association is promoting two new programs focused on educational development for the swine industry’s next generation. One of the new initiatives is the Illinois Pork Industry Group (PIG) program, available at Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, for students interested in agriculture and pork industry, regardless of their major. The IPPA covers the cost of the 6-week course and provides a $300 scholarship to those who complete it. While this program will start at LLCC this fall, the goal is to offer it at other community colleges in the future. The deadline to apply for the PIG program is September 1st with sessions beginning October 10th. The other program, the School Swine Project Grant, is being offered to universities, colleges, and high schools in Illinois with grants up to $2,000 for projects focused on the betterment of the pork industry. The funds could be utilized for campus barn improvements, student research projects, and more. The deadline to apply for the SSPG program funds in September 30th. To apply or to learn more about the program, go to the IPPA website, at ilpork.com.
Illinois Lottery hits golden anniversary; celebrates 50 years of jackpots
The Illinois Lottery, celebrating its 50th anniversary, has generated $3 billion a year, with profits going to the Illinois common school fund, and is the first state to privatize its operations and take ticket sales online.
PHOTOS: Advocate Children’s Hospital NICU babies dress up for Olympics
CHICAGO — Babies in the NICU at Advocate Children’s Hospital are celebrating their wins with patriotic attire ahead of Friday’s opening 2024 Olympic ceremonies. The hospital released images Thursday of the babies in their neonatal intensive care units in Oak Lawn and Park Ridge, introducing them as the “tiniest and most adorable members of Team […]
Chicago's Board of Education unanimously approves $9.9B budget despite CTU's opposition
CHICAGO - Chicago's Board of Education unanimously passed a $9.9 billion budget this week despite opposition from the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU). On Thursday, the CTU rallied against Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and their proposed budget for the upcoming year. The union said the budget from CPS CEO Pedro Martinez...
Athletes with Chicago-area ties competing at Paris Summer Olympic Games
Here’s a list of Olympians with Chicago-area ties:. Background: Originally from Grayslake, she played two seasons at Notre Dame before going on to play professionally for Paris Saint-Germain. Kamal Bey, wrestling. Background: He won an IHSA state title at Oak Park, took gold at the 2023 Pan American Games...
Several Firebirds Named to 2024 CWPA Scholar-Athlete Teams
BRIDGEPORT, Pa. — The Collegiate Water Polo Association (CWPA) has announced the organization's 2024 women's varsity and collegiate club Scholar-Athlete Teams, with several student-athletes from the Carthage College women's water polo team being recognized. Outstanding Category:. Superior Category:. Excellent Category:. Carthage also achieved a combined Grade Point Average of...
Volo Museum hosts Christmas in July: Rockafire Explosion, Santa Claus and more
VOLO, Ill. - This weekend, the Volo Museum is embracing the holiday spirit. You might wonder, "Which holiday?" The museum is debuting a new animatronic exhibit called Rockafire Explosion. "It’s from Showbiz Pizza.," said Brian Grams, the museum director. "The Christmas show hasn’t been played in probably well over 20...
Public forums being held on two Illinois water utilities’ proposed rate hikes
(The Center Square) – Public forums are being held around Illinois regarding rate hike requests from two water utilities. The Illinois Commerce Commission took input from the public on American Water’s proposed $152 million rate hike request at two forums this week. Responding to a request from AARP Illinois, the ICC scheduled five public forums on proposed private water increases this year. Jim Chilsen, communications director with the Citizens Utility...
Illinois man accused of hauling camper under the influence with nine children inside
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Wisconsin State Patrol arrested a 57-year-old Illinois man who is now facing child abduction charges and an OWI after he was pulled over with a camper full of children. According to Wisconsin State Patrol, their DeForest Post received several reports Wednesday of a pick-up truck pulling...
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