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Big Lots (With 29 Illinois Stores) Is Closing A Lot More Spots
We're living in an interesting time, which is not always a good thing...especially when it comes to the sheer volume of national chain stores and restaurants that are shuttering locations on a permanent basis (not to mention the number of local businesses that have done the same thing). There's no...
It’s About Time: Illinois Now Has An Official State…Mushroom
Well, if you're going to do something, go big. That appears to be exactly what Illinois has done with the announcement of a new official state mushroom, Calvatia gigantea, also known as the Giant Puffball mushroom. If you've never heard of the Giant Puffball mushroom, you probably think that this...
New Atlas Air Academy Creates Direct Pathway for Hiring Young Pilots
Atlas Air, the world’s largest operator of Boeing 747 aircraft, is partnering with an aviation education group to provide a hiring pathway for aspiring pilots who want to work for the large cargo airline. The program is designed to attract young people whom the company can prepare according to its requirements as it continues to grow internationally.
Labor Day safe driving campaign | North Central land use plan | Heroes and Helicopters
Naperville police join other law enforcement in Labor Day safe driving campaign. The Naperville Police Department is joining other law enforcement agencies around the state as well as MADD IL to step up efforts to stop impaired and dangerous driving ahead of and throughout the Labor Day weekend. The “Drive...
Franklin Park Hosts All Saints Today After Big Win Over Newton Saturday
The Franklin Park Bobcats are 2-0 and will host Breese All Saints today. Salem traveled to Newton on Saturday and finished with a 17-2 dominating win. Zane Applegate doubled going 2-3 with 3 RBI. Owen Tennyson also drove in 3 going 3-4. Eli Purdy had 2 hits and 2 RBI with Jax Schaubert and Kai Graham also adding RBI. Applegate was the winning pitcher going all 4 innings allowing 2 hits and 2 earned runs with 5 strikeouts.
Alpha Kappa Alpha hosts 'get out the vote' event in Woodlawn
A pep rally in the parking lot of Apostolic Church of God was the staging area for a "get out the vote" effort in Woodlawn on Monday.Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. hosted the event as an effort to increase voter engagement ahead of the presidential election.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"No matter who you want to vote for, we want to capitalize on the political process that's happening in the city and make sure everybody knows they can be a part of it," said Kimberly Collier with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.Other members of the Divine...
List of Chicago streets in the Loop, Gold Coast and more closed due to DNC
Major street closures are in effect near the United Center, McCormick Place and around busy areas of downtown Chicago for the Democratic National Convention, which kicks off Monday. Many of the street closures went into effect last week. Others, including streets near the city’s iconic Michigan Avenue, were abruptly announced...
Biden’s reelection chances were in the ‘single digits,’ big money ally says
CHICAGO — Before President Joe Biden announced he wouldn’t seek a second term, his chances of winning reelection were in the “single digits,” the leader of a big money outside group charged with aiding his campaign said on Monday. Chauncy McLean, head of Future Forward, a super PAC tapped by Biden’s reelection campaign in July […]
Biden Pans Trump’s ‘Stability’ When Asked By Kaitlan Collins About ‘Coup’ Claims
President Joe Biden had a sharp retort when CNN's Kaitlan Collins asked him about former President Donald Trump's claim he was pushed out of the race in a "coup." The post Biden Pans Trump’s ‘Stability’ When Asked By Kaitlan Collins About ‘Coup’ Claims first appeared on Mediaite.
Trade Pitch Has Bears Acquiring $60 Million Superstar Edge Rusher
The Chicago Bears could not land veteran pass rusher Matthew Judon in a trade and may have a difficult time plucking Haason Reddick from his contentious situation with the New York Jets. If they are willing to make a big play, though, they may have one more target to pursue: Cincinnati Bengals superstar Trey Hendrickson.
Popular Fast-Food Chain Suddenly Closes Illinois Stores Permanently
Families looking forward to their favorite fast-food meal after work today were disappointed when they discovered 'CLOSED' signs on the door. According to a post on the Loves Park Neighborhood Watch Group Facebook page, at least four locations of KFC restaurants have shut their doors for good. A letter posted...
Local dispensaries receive social equity loans
CHICAGO (WAND) — Several central Illinois dispensaries have received loans through the Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program. Last week, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced the recipients of $5.5 million in loans. Altogether, 23 licensed social equity dispensaries are receiving $240,000 Direct Forgivable Loans (DFL) financed by the State of Illinois.
Perdue Issues Major Frozen Chicken Recall: Indiana, Kentucky & Illinois
We almost always have some sort of Perdue brand chicken in our refrigerator. Their products are always clearly marked if they are gluten-free. Perdue even has gluten-free chicken nuggets. But, before you put them in the air fryer, you need to make sure that they are not on this new recall list.
Shocking Grades For Security At The 2 Major Illinois Airports
I was utterly surprised when I saw the results of a recent survey about the complaints about the TSA at the two major Illinois airports. How Do 2 Major Illinois Airports Rank When It Comes To Complaints About TSA?. Don't get me wrong, I love living in Rockford but I...
Illinois Home To One Of Most Expensive Colleges In America
In recent years, the dream of earning a degree from a top-tier university has become increasingly elusive, as tuition costs have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. The financial burden of pursuing higher education is now a critical concern for students and families alike, forcing many to reconsider their academic aspirations. College...
SOUTH PACIFIC Comes to the Skokie Theatre Next Month
MadKap Productions will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC for 16 live performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie from September 6 through October 6, 2024, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2:00 pm, with one Wed. matinee on Sept 25 at 1:30 pm. Tickets are $48 general admission, $42 for seniors and students.
Democrats Unburdened by What They Have Done to Chicago
A few hours before touching down in Chicago Sunday, Vice President Kamala Harris, in one of her few interactions with reporters since snatching the Democratic Party's presidential nomination from her boss, gave a meandering yet revealing answer to the simple question of how she would pay for her recently introduced economic proposals.
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