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Illinois representative calls new flag efforts an attempt to infuse far-left ideology
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Illinois State Representative Adam Niemberg is calling on Illinois citizens to join him in opposing efforts to redesign the Illinois state flag, calling the change a blatant attempt to infuse far-left ideology onto the state’s flag. “In and of itself, the idea of a new flag is not necessarily a terrible […]
ILLINOIS SHOPPERS: If You Hear ‘Code Brown’ on Speaker Run & Call 911
I just learned big box stores have a color-coded intercom announcement system they keep private so as to not cause panic when an audible warning must be given to staff. We've all heard the big box stores' intercom systems delivering all kinds of messages to assist us when we are shopping. Occasionally, there are other messages delivered over that intercom system that you know have some sort of important meaning.
Illinois Woman Goes Viral For Thrifting Hot Dog Soap Dispenser
Hi, it's me. I went viral for thrifting a soap dispenser disguised as a dog wearing a hot dog costume. This has to be the peak of my internet career. A few months ago, I made a TikTok that reached nearly 5 million views after I kept trying to say "Chicago Style Hot Dog" but instead it came out as "Shakyle Hophawg".
Many Illinois Shopping Malls Are Closing, One Is Thriving
Consumer shopping habits have changed so dramatically in the last four years, that brick-and-mortar stores and most malls can no longer compete. Two once popular Illinois malls have closed in the last month and more are coming. What is Woodfield Mall's secret?. Why Are So Many Illinois Malls Closing. West...
U. of Illinois reaches agreements with U.S. Department of Education, Jewish groups
(The Center Square) – The University of Illinois has entered a resolution agreement with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights after a complaint alleged numerous incidents of antisemitism. The Office of Civil Rights reviewed 139 incidents of shared ancestry discrimination reported from 2015 through December of 2023. Of the 139 incidents, 135 were found to be related to allegations of anti-Jewish discrimination. Emily Briskman is vice president...
Here’s When Illinois Fall Colors Will Be Best, Say The Experts
Over the past week or so, we've been getting a small taste of what fall feels like, especially at night. When the calendar flips over into September like it just did, we all know it's just a matter of time before the leaves on trees throughout Northern Illinois start to make that colorful change.
Illinois hospitals prepare for new price transparency laws
(The Center Square) – As hospital price transparency laws continue to evolve, Illinois health care facilities are required to keep pace. New rules took effect July 1, including requiring hospitals to affirm the inclusiveness, accuracy, and completeness of the standard charge information. A third wave of requirements, including new drug reporting and estimated allowed amounts, will go into effect in January 2025. “We all know about the hospital price transparency...
41 Animals Rescued After an Illinois Shelter Suddenly Closed Down
It's true that times are challenging for businesses and that's also the situation for many volunteer organizations that are caring for others. 41 animals in Illinois had to be rescued recently when the shelter they were in suddenly had to close down. Fox 32 in Chicago just shared this story...
Illinois sees sharp rise in SNAP benefit recipients
(The Center Square) – With the state now home to the seventh highest share of resident using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, Illinois state Rep. La Shawn Ford is urging lawmakers to do more to aid the growing number of people struggling to make ends meet. In all, federal government data shows nearly two million residents, or one out of every seven individuals, are now reported to be receiving federal food assistance, leaving the state with 237,383 more SNAP recipients than before the pandemic. ...
Who has the best pizza? NJ, CT governors cook up debate
What state has the best pizza? Is it Illinois, New York, New Jersey?. Well, Connecticut Gov. Ned LaMont is heating up opinions with his latest post from X — including from Gov. Phil Murphy. LaMont announced the newest road signs to welcome people to Nutmeg State, including one sign...
Illinois Democrat places campaign focus on economics, Republican says people are not happy
(The Center Square) – Illinois Democrats and Republicans are focusing on economic issues during the current election season. State Representative Marcus Evans told The Center Square that Democrats are having discussions about finances. “You go to any Democratic agenda and focus, we’re talking about economics. We don’t want people taxed out of their businesses,” Evans said. ...
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