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Rejoice, Some Illinois McDonalds Getting Krispy Kreme Donuts
It was a marriage that was destined to happen: burgers and donuts. That union will be a reality soon at some Illinois McDonalds as they reportedly will be offering Krispy Kreme Donuts, too. A couple of years ago, McDonalds began a quiet experiment at one of their Kentucky restaurants. They...
Is It Time to OFFICIALLY Malort Illinois???
The state of Illinois has many “Official” symbols. The white tailed deer is the official state animal. The bluegill is the official state fish. Each state is different in what they recognize. In Illinois we have a pretty beefy list of “Official” state symbols. We have a state dance, flower, Insect, Pie, Snake..?? (true). The list is long. What we don’t have is an official state liquor, yet.
Three jurors selected so far to hear evidence in Madigan corruption trial
After a long day of questioning, the first three jurors were chosen Wednesday to hear evidence in the trial of Michael Madigan, the former Illinois House speaker now facing sweeping charges of corruption and bribery. A former kindergarten teacher, an Amazon warehouse worker and a Southwest Side insurance underwriter all were selected for the panel on Wednesday, the first full day of jury selection. Questioning is expected to continue at least through the end of the week, until a panel of 12 regular jurors and six alternates has been selected. Opening statements in the blockbuster case are tentatively scheduled for Tuesday. Madigan, 82, once the enormously powerful speaker of the Illinois House, faces racketeering charges alleging he ran his state and political operations like a criminal enterprise, scheming with utility giants ComEd and AT&T to put his cronies on contracts requiring little or no work and using his public position to drum up business for his private law firm.
41 Years Ago 1st Cell Call Was Made At Famous Illinois Landmark
The very first commercial cellphone call was made in Illinois and it happened 41 years ago this month. Historic Illinois Landmark Was Home To Very 1st Commercial Cellphone Call. You actually might be reading this article off your cellphone right now. Think about it, how often do you use it?...
Majority of Illinois teachers want to quit, according to new poll
(WTVO) — A majority of Illinois teachers are unhappy with their jobs, according to a new survey released by the Illinois Education Association. The Red for Ed study found 60% of teachers and support staff are considering leaving the profession. When asked why, 65% of respondents said they do not earn enough money; 65% said […]
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