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Illinois quick hits: Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2%
Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2% The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced Thursday that the state's unemployment rate increased to 5.2%, while nonfarm payrolls increased nearly 13,000 in July. The national unemployment rate was 4.3% in July, up from the previous month. Based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the industry sectors with monthly payroll job declines included Manufacturing, Leisure and Hospitality, and Trade,...
3 Illinois dental schools secure funding
Three dental schools in Illinois earned endowments from the Illinois State Dental Society. Each of the three schools will receive $8,000 from the ISDS Foundation's dental education endowment fund. Here are the three schools and how they plan to use the additional funds:. UIC College of Dentistry (Chicago): Upgrade its...
Sportsbook reverses decision on surcharges for Illinois bettors
(The Center Square) – In the wake of tax hikes on sports betting apps in Illinois, one operator that announced surcharges to make up revenue is changing course. DraftKings announced last month it would add surcharges to high-tax states like Illinois, which just hiked taxes on sports books from 15% to as much as 40%. Now the company says for the time being, no surcharges will be imposed. “We always...
A Second Round of Potent Storms Possible
More storms are targeting central Illinois. A low-pressure system is marching across the region, and it already brought one round of hefty showers and storms on Thursday morning. Springfield got drenched with over 3/4" of rain, and Decatur picked up nearly an inch. Now central Illinois is in the warm...
Golf Ball-Size Hail, 70 MPH Winds Possible in Missouri Thursday
Batten down the hatches as Missouri is set to have multiple rounds of severe weather on Thursday that is expected to bring golf ball-size hail and 70 mph winds. It's possible storms could bring tornadoes, too. The National Weather Service in St. Louis, Missouri updated its severe storm outlook for...
Central Illinois Boat Races Return for Thrilling Summer Event This Labor Day Weekend
Central Illinois – The excitement is building as the highly anticipated boat races return to the Kankakee River for a thrilling summer event this Labor Day weekend, running from August 30 to September 1, 2024. This year’s regatta promises a weekend filled with high-speed action, live music, and a variety of activities suitable for the whole family.
Engineer talks about reopening Gordon Moore
Gordon Moore Park in Alton reopens Friday after being closed for almost two months after a sinkhole opened under the turf soccer and football fields on June 26. The federal Mine Safety and Health Administration has told the city of Alton the company, New Frontier Materials, has met a standard for safety for its workers meaning the city can reopen the park above.
Mulberry Grove Unit One School Starts This Friday
It’s back to school for students and teachers in Mulberry Grove Unit 1. Classes begin Friday, August 16. Teachers have an institute day on Thursday. Earlier this week, a reception was held for new Unit 1 staff members. They include Molly Harnetiaux, second grade teacher; Ashley Smith, fourth and fifth grade math teacher; Dan Stewart, high school history teacher; Jade Goodwin, high school agriculture teacher and FFA advisor; Melissa Peck, elementary special education aide; and Trevis Bohannon, One On One aide.
Brian Shirley Picks Up Ninth Career World of Outlaws Feature Win at Highland Speedway
HIGHLAND, IL (August 14, 2024) – Brian Shirley has gotten hot with momentum at the right time with the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models. On Wednesday night, the Chatham, IL native scored a hard-fought win in the first Series race at Highland Speedway with Bobby Pierce, Tyler Bruening, and Brandon Sheppard using everything possible to chase down the No.3S Bob Cullen Racing Late Model.
Softball Lady Blue Jays Open 3-1
The Greenville Lady Blue Jays have opened their 2024 season with three wins in their first four games. Greenville began the campaign with a 17-0 victory over Nokomis, as Nova Roeder and Gabi Hahs drove in four runs apiece. The Lady Jays scored six times in the third frame, and nine runs in the fourth inning.
Crump vows to continue the fight for Sonya Massey
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Noted civil rights attorney, Benjamin Crump, was the featured speaker at a meeting held at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church on Wednesday evening. About 150 people, many clad in purple, were in attendance. At times the meeting took on the appearance of an old-time...
Illinois fugitive arrested in connection with 2 stabbings in Ashland
ASHLAND, Ky. (WSAZ) - A man wanted in connection with two stabbing incidents in Ashland, including one from Wednesday, has been arrested, the Ashland Police Department said Thursday. Police say William Simmons, who’s in his early 30s, was a fugitive from justice from Illinois. He hade been sighted a few...
A Second Round of Potent Storms Possible
More storms are targeting central Illinois. A low-pressure system is marching across the region, and it already brought one round of hefty showers and storms on Thursday morning. Springfield got drenched with over 3/4" of rain, and Decatur picked up nearly an inch. Now central Illinois is in the warm...
Jefferson County contractor sentenced for exploiting elderly St. Louis woman
U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk sentenced a contractor from Jefferson County, Missouri, to five years of probation, 90 days of house arrest, and 80 hours of community service for his involvement in the financial exploitation of an elderly St. Louis woman. Austin James, 27, of Hillsboro, was also ordered...
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