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Stateville prison almost empty after state moves quickly to comply with court order
The state is on track to have moved all but a few inmates out of Stateville Correctional Center by a court-ordered deadline Monday, marking the end of an era for the dilapidated century-old facility and a moment of relief for some former inmates who say they are still haunted by memories of their time there. For more than a month, the Illinois Department of Corrections has been transferring ...
Illinois Store Robbed 8 Different Times In Just 3 Months
This store owner in Illinois might want to consider a new location after getting robbed eight times in just three months. Illinois Store Owner Experiencing Major Issues With Crime. Crime is a major issue throughout the United States including in Illinois. It doesn't seem to be getting better. It's got...
Big Lots Suddenly Closing 50 More Stores Including 2 in Illinois
It's been a challenging year for Big Lots after they've closed hundreds of stores and it doesn't appear they're done yet. Today, it was revealed that they are shuttering 50 more stores permanently and that includes at least 2 more in Illinois. You can add 50 more stores to the...
Illinois unclaimed property checks totaling $13.2M are in the mail for thousands of residents, State Treasurer says
Nearly 140,000 people in Illinois have money in the form of an unclaimed property check waiting for them, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said in a press release last week. According to the release, as many as 138,561 people -- a "record-setting" amount -- are set to receive a total...
Top 4 Candies To Avoid This Halloween in Illinois
Halloween fun is just around the corner in Illinois, and before you start loading your grocery cart with candy, here are fours candies experts say you should leave on the shelf. Illinois' Favorite Halloween Candy. I love the Halloween season and handing candy out to neighborhood families on Halloween night,...
Major Discount Retailer Announces More Illinois Store Closings
One of America's most popular discount retailers faces major setbacks as it navigates nationwide bankruptcy and massive store closures. With nearly 50 more locations slated to close, including one in Illinois, the once-thriving chain is significantly downsizing its footprint. Big Lots Shutting Down More Stores Nationwide, Including One in Illinois.
Illinois’ Last One Closed In 2020, Now The Final US Store Closes
When you think about it, 62 years is a pretty good run for a store that at one time had over 2,400 locations scattered across the United States, and had made the phrase "blue light special" synonymous with bargains and things you could pick up cheaply. Although the company itself...
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