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Illinois EPA providing over $43M to help communities replace lead water lines
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has announced plans to give more than $43 million to 17 communities as a way to help them replace lead water lines. The funding is being provided through the Illinois EPA’s State Revolving Fund.
IL unemployment increased for the year in June
July 28, 2024 – Over-the-year, total nonfarm jobs increased in five metropolitan areas, decreased in six, and was unchanged or nearly unchanged in three for the year ending June 2024, according to the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). Over-the-year, the unemployment rate increased in all fourteen metropolitan areas.
Tate Costa reflects on invaluable Olympic trials experience
(WCIA) — Tate Costa and Illinois head coach Dan Ribeiro got right back in the gym after the NCAA Championships to focus on the program’s next goal: landing a spot on the Team USA Senior Development team. “We haven’t had any athletes in the last three years that were able to reach that mark and […]
Taste Of Bolingbrook Coming In August
The Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce is presenting the Taste of Bolingbrook on Saturday, August 10th. The event will be held at The Promenade mall in Bolingbrook between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. Food vendors and non food vendors will be on hand plus live music including School of Rock Naperville and Hey Jimmy between 7 and 9 p.m. Admission is free.
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...
25 Illinois Red Lobsters May Have Just Been Saved from Bankruptcy
The report of Red Lobster's demise may have been a bit premature after all. It appears that 25 Illinois locations may have just been saved from bankruptcy thanks to a sale in the 11th hour. According to Scrape Hero and Red Lobster's official site, there are currently 25 restaurants in...
Missouri Residents Warned to Prepare for 3 Days of Dangerous Heat
It appears that summer is about to reach its hottest moments of the year this next week as Missouri residents are being warned to prepare for three days of dangerous heat by forecasters. The National Weather Service in St. Louis, Missouri today issued a warning to alert Missourians that the...
Oak Park's Cozy Corner Restaurant closes after 65 years
After 65 years, Cozy Corner Restaurant in west suburban Oak Park has closed its doors.The local favorite shut down quietly at 3 p.m. Sunday following a rent hike and challenges with finding a new spot to relocate to.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPatrons shared final meals and memories of the popular breakfast spot at 138 North Marion Street.There's no word yet on what will take the restaurant's place.
Recap: Team Denham Sprints Past Team Alexander to Complete Week One Sweep
ROSEMONT, Ill. — Team Denham used a pair of big innings, including a grand slam from rookie infielder Skylar Wallace, to complete a sweep of its Week One schedule with an 11-2 victory over Team Alexander in the nightcap of Sunday afternoon’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Softball doubleheader at Parkway Bank Sports Complex.
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.
Recap: Kilfoyl's Complete Game Gem Sparks Team Romero to 6-0 Shutout Win
ROSEMONT, Ill. — Rookie pitcher Lexi Kilfoyl authored the first shutout of her professional career and corner infielder Delanie Wisz added a pair of doubles to guide Team Romero to a 6-0 victory over Team Svekis in Athletes Unlimited Pro Softball Championship action at Parkway Bank Sports Complex on Sunday afternoon.
Owner of Frank Lloyd Wright house discovers major flaw — and now she's trying to fix it
The new owner of a historic Frank Lloyd Wright house is working to bring a modern update to the century-old home. No, owner Samantha Lotti isn't planning to demolish any part of the architectural wonder. Rather, her updates seek to make the house more climate-friendly. Lotti recently outlined her extensive...
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