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Ugaste blasts Illinois’ rising unemployment rate
(The Center Square) – With Illinois already home to the second-worst unemployment rate in the country, Republican state Rep. Dan Ugaste is warning the worse may still be yet to come. New U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows the state’s unemployment rate now stands at 5.2%, or nearly a full percentage point above the national average of 4.3%, as at least 341,630 residents were reported to be looking for work over that time. ...
Dennis Quaid attends red carpet premiere of ‘Reagan’ biopic in Dixon
DIXON, Ill. (WTVO) — Hollywood star Dennis Quaid, who plays the title role in the new film “Reagan,” walked the red carpet for the film’s premiere in former President Ronald Reagan’s hometown of Dixon Illinois. “This is huge. This is what they call grassroots, actually. This one is more important than the Hollywood premiere, to […]
Moline woman accused of stealing/forging 149+ checks
A Moline woman was arrested in Davenport after police say she tried to cash a forged check, according to Iowa court documents. The Davenport Police Department responded to Northwest Bank, 1454 W. Locust Street on May 17 for a report of a person trying to cash a forged check. Tamara McCoy, 45 of Moline, is […]
Edwards Apple Orchard West opens for the season
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A local fall favorite welcomes community members to harvest sweet treats and dive into fall festivities. On Friday, Aug. 23., Edwards Apple Orchard West, 8218 Cemetery Rd. in Winnebago, opens for the fall season. Popular orchard activities include apple and pumpkin picking, a petting zoo and getting a batch of apple cider donuts.
UPDATE: Damage made, cash and items taken, following break-in at Happy Joe’s. See video here
Clean-up and an investigation are continuing into an overnight break-in to a popular restaurant on Henderson Street in Galesburg. A break-in happened around 2:00 a.m. Friday to Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream. Surveillance video posted to social media by owner Leslie Boynton shows part of a drive-through window...
Rockford Boutique’s ‘Clean Out Your Closet For A Cause’ Charity Drive
Is it time to clean out your closet but you just don't have the motivation? Rockford boutique, B Jones is making it a little easier this fall. Let's face it, no one really wants to clean out their closet. Ok, maybe you love doing it, but for the most part it's much more work than it seems, and after you do the cleaning, then you have to figure out what you want to do with those items you don't need anymore.
Four Donnellson residents arrested on multiple drug charges
LEE COUNTY, Ia. (KHQA) — The Lee County Narcotics Task Force reports the arrest of fourDonnellson residents on felony and misdemeanor drug charges. Jennifer Lynn Morris, age 44, of Donnellson is charged with:. Possession with the intent to deliver more than 5 grams of methamphetamine, a class B Felony.
Analyst: Data refutes Pritzker's DNC claims about Illinois economy
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker used the spotlight at the Democratic National Convention to highlight the successes of Illinois and the Democratic Party, but the president of a nonprofit think tank says the numbers don’t add up. Pritzker said there is no better place to see that change is possible under Democratic leadership than in Illinois. Democrats currently hold the super-majority in the Illinois legislature. “If you look...
Look Out Swimmers, a Bear Spotted Swimming in this Illinois Lake
When you go swimming in Illinois, you need to understand the dangers in the water. Now, you need to consider the possibility that there are bears swimming in Illinois lakes as a new video share proves. This video was just shared a couple of hours ago by WSIL News 3...
Personal PAC, Chicago Abortion Fund discuss increased focus on abortion at DNC
Abortion and reproductive healthcare took center stage at this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago. The issue was at the top of mind for Vice President Kamala Harris as well as Illinois lawmakers and stakeholders who spoke during the four-day event. “I never thought in my lifetime that I...
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.
Vandalized: ‘Freedom’ Portraits Of Kamala Harris In Chicago During DNC By Trump And RFK Jr. Supporters
As hope is finally making a comeback, it’s jarring to see a bunch of folks deface a powerful and clearly loved work of art. The post Vandalized: ‘Freedom’ Portraits Of Kamala Harris In Chicago During DNC By Trump And RFK Jr. Supporters appeared first on NewsOne.
Can't Wait For Saturday | What's in a name? Plenty for Southern Cal quarterbacks
Aug. 23—*** Here is my advice to Southern California opponents this season: Pay special attention to the new guy playing quarterback. You might think the teams on the Trojans schedule got a break when Caleb Williams moved on to the NFL (quick prediction, he will have a monster season for the Bears). Not so fast. Miller Moss is the new guy lined up behind center, which the Trojans confirmed ...
Illinois Store Is Already Selling Christmas Decorations
Why are stores in Illinois already selling Christmas decorations and it's still summer?. Illinois Store Already Has It's Christmas Decorations For Sale. I remember when I was a kid, holidays and the seasons stayed in their lane. You didn't have any sight of them until it was the appropriate time. At the most, it was a month out. For example, you wouldn't see any Halloween stuff until October 1st.
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