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John Deere Confirms More Layoffs, Cuts in Salaried Workforce
John Deere has confirmed it plans to layoff more workers through cuts in its global salaried workforce according to Corridor Business Journal. Deere didn’t release details on the number of salaried employees affected. The most recent round of cuts follow more than 600 previously announced layoffs of Deere’s production workers at three facilities in Illinois and Iowa. The company didn’t say when the additional salaried workforce positions would be eliminated.
Abbott must pay $495 million in premature infant formula trial, jury finds
(Reuters) -A jury on Friday found that Abbott Laboratories' specialized formula for premature infants caused an Illinois girl to develop a dangerous bowel disease, ordering the healthcare company to pay $495 million in damages.
Village of Coal City Receives $2.6 Million Grant To Replace 533 Lead Service Lines
Several lead service lines will be replaced in the Village of Coal City as they received a $2.6 million grant from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. The Illinois EPA announced on Friday that $43 million in funding is being provided to 17 individual communities to replace lead service lines during the last quarter of State Fiscal Year 2024.
Hot Wheels Legends Tour coming to Chicago area in Morris
The world's largest traveling car show is coming to the Chicago area this weekend.The Hot Wheels Legends Tour gives custom car builders the chance to have their creations turned into the next Hot Wheels die-cast toy car.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchABC7 was joined in studio Friday by Hot Wheels lead designer Eric Han.He explained what the tour is, the judging process, and the process of turning a real car into a toy car.The video interview can be viewed in the video player above.The Hot Wheels Legends Tour event starts at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Walmart on Route 6 in Morris, Illinois.
Person dies from fall at Starved Rock State Park: Illinois DNR
One person died from a fall on Saturday at Illinois Canyon inside Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County, authorities said. One person sustained fatal injuries in a fall at around 4:30 p.m., according to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The circumstances surrounding the fall remained unclear Saturday evening.
Kendall County Fair continues tradition of 4-H, families and food
The Kendall County Fair will have a four-day run next week, with three days of 4-H programs, music, grandstand events and food. While the two-year long COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the availability of carnival rides, organizers promise plenty of attractions and traditional county fair events. The fairgrounds, located at 10826 Illinois Route 71 in Yorkville, open Thursday, with free admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and $5 admission from 5 p.m. until closing. Children under age 10 get in free Thursday eveni g,
Search for missing person closes Rock Cut State Park, evacuating visitors
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - The search for a missing 31-year-old man sent hikers and paddlers home early on Saturday afternoon at Rock Cut State Park. Illinois Conservation Police, within the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, (ICP) Sergeant Audrey Hoftender says the active investigation began in the early hours of July 27. Local and state authorities soon arrived – with a K9 unit searching for the person on land.
New owner of old Rever’s Marina in Rockford envisions lofts, offices and dockside dining
ROCKFORD — A more than 140-year-old riverfront building that formerly housed Rever’s Marina could one day be filled with loft apartments, offices and a dockside dining venue under the vision of the new owner. Teague Dickey, who is the president and CEO of Iconic Energy, bought the building...
Warehouse District restaurant receives liquor license
You can choose to have a chicken sandwich and a beer at Peoria's newest dining addition to the Warehouse District. Pop-Up Chicken Shop was unanimously approved a liquor license Tuesday by the Peoria City Council. The Bloomington-based restaurant opened at 800 SW Adams Street in Peoria in June. ...
Peoria Remembers Former Councilmember Vicki Hunt, a Devoted Public Servant and Community Advocate
The city of Peoria is mourning the loss of a devoted public figure and community advocate, former Councilmember Vicki Hunt, whose death was recently announced. Giving her time, passion, and expertise over two terms on Peoria's City Council, Hunt left a distinct mark on the fabric of the city she sought to improve – serving from 2003 to 2010 and then being re-elected in 2014, starting her term in 2015, representing the Acacia District. She held the role of Vice Mayor for 19 months, demonstrating her commitment to civic service.
Protecting your hearing at concerts
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Summer music festivals are in full swing and noise levels can reach up to 120 decibels, well above the safe threshold at 85. Prolonged or sudden exposure to such intense noise can lead to immediate or irreversible hearing loss. For kids, loud concert sound is even...
Rockford-area researchers help teens learn about careers in health care
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Area researchers develop a new online tool to get middle and high school students thinking about a career in health care and what path may be best for them. It’s an app called Health Career Guide, and it’s the first of its kind. Students don’t have...
Peoria City Soccer in national final four after claiming Central Conference championship
PEORIA, Ill. – Luke Persenico now owns, as of Friday night, the most significant goal in the history of Peoria City Soccer. His 62nd minute winner gave the Carp a 1-0 win over Flint City at Shea Stadium in the USL 2 Central Conference Championship game. “I can’t be...
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