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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.
Illinois Now Forecast to Lose 400,000 Residents in Next 20 Years
There's good news and bad news about a new population forecast for Illinois. The bad news is that the state is forecast to lose almost 400,000 residents in the next couple of decades. The good news is rentals should be easier to find. This is based on a new ranking...
Congress Passes Illinois Rep Sorensen’s Bill to Ensure American Flags are Made in America
The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed Congressman Eric Sorensen’s (IL-17) bipartisan All-American Flag Act, which will require the federal government to only purchase flags that are entirely produced and manufactured in the United States. The bill now goes to the president’s desk to be signed into law.
Adult-only camp 'Sip N S'mores' returns Labor Day weekend for third year
Get ready for an epic weekend of adult-fun and camaraderie this Labor Day.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchSip N' Smores is accepting registrations for its third year of their camping extravaganza.The event is hosted at the only Black-owned summer camp in Illinois.The experience isn't the average camping trip. It's a mix of adult fun, friendly competition, parties, food, and drinks for a one-of-a-kind experience, making new friends in the great outdoors.The adult-only getaway runs August 30 through September 2 at Camp Kupugani, located at 6644 W White Eagle Rd in Leaf River, Illinois.Participants can rent their own tent for $330 or a cabin for $350.The deadline to register is August 26. Visit sipnsmores.com to register.
Ella Greenberg wins second Women's City title, edges Taiwan twins with great final round
There were 13 years when the traveling trophy for the Greater Rockford Women’s Classic resided in Mount Morris, but Ella Greenberg was determined not to see it move to Taiwan. The Wu twins, NCAA Division I college golfers who are staying with a friend in Lake Forest this summer, were all over the leaderboard for three days, but Greenberg pulled away with a brilliant final round at Aldeen on Sunday to win by five strokes. She shot...
2 hospitalized after motorcycle strikes car in rural Jo Daviess County Saturday
APPLE RIVER, Ill. (KWQC) - The Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Office says two people were airlifted to the hospital after a motorcycle struck a car near Apple River, Illinois Saturday evening. It happened shortly before 5:30 p.m. at the intersection of E. Stagecoach Trail and N. Canyon Park Rd.
Anderson Japanese Gardens kicks off Japanese Summer Festival
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford residents experience Japanese culture during the Anderson Japanese Gardens annual summer festival. On Saturday, Hundreds of guests gathered in the gardens to experience the first day of exciting exhibits, demonstrations and performances. “We’re really focusing on celebrating culture of the arts in Japan in both...
Cubs’ Christopher Morel Cries In The Dugout After Learning He Had Been Traded During Game
Cubs’ Christopher Morel was extremely emotional after learning he had been traded by the team. On Sunday, Morel was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays for Isaac Paredes. The Rays are getting Christopher Morel and a pair of prospects back from the Cubs in the deal for Isaac Paredes, sources tell ESPN. — Jeff Passan […] The post Cubs’ Christopher Morel Cries In The Dugout After Learning He Had Been Traded During Game appeared first on BroBible.
Gold Star 500 Mission Group To Make Stop In Effingham September 25th
The Gold Star 500 might start in Superman’s hometown of Metropolis (Illinois), but Gold Star Mission’s more than 512-mile Gold Star 500 endurance bicycle ride is honoring real heroes from Sept. 24-28. The Gold Star 500 helps ensure we ‘Always Remember, Never Forget’ the sacrifices of our fallen...
The Dallas Cowboys Should Trade Micah Parsons to the Chicago Bears
The Dallas Cowboys are faced with three players all wanting Max Contract Extensions from CeeDee Lamb, Micah Parsons, and Dak Prescott. For this instance, we’re projecting into the 2025 Offseason as if the Cowboys had another season missing the NFC Conference Championship. One could argue that Dallas can resign...
Illinois Severe Weather Alert: Chance of Hail, Tornado Through 10PM
Chicago, IL – Rain and embedded thunderstorms are forecasted to possibly develop across northern Illinois today, with a particular concern for severe weather and a chance of a possible tornado threat before 10 p.m. Areas south of I-80, including Kankakee, Pontiac, and Paxton, are at risk for heavy rainfall and minor flooding throughout the day.
Photos Show a Bear is Now Touring Southern Illinois Golf Courses
If you're planning to golf in Illinois soon especially in the southern part of the state, you might want to know that a predator might be watching. Many photos show there's a bear currently touring southern Illinois golf courses. I saw CBS in Chicago share this interesting story about a...
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