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Illinois Dems: "We have our work cut out for us"
The country is abuzz after a lousy performance from President Biden at Thursday night's debate. Why it matters: The chorus is growing among Democratic voters, calling for the party to force Biden to step down before the convention in August. Illinois Democrats have mixed views on what they think the...
These new Illinois laws going into effect July 1 could impact your wallet
To some, Monday, July 1 may just be another day on the calendar. But in Illinois, a number of things on that date are set to change for residents, thanks to new laws going into effect. Some of those laws come in the form of big changes to your paycheck...
As Illinois session ends, lawmakers’ attempt to reinstate wetland protections fails
In 2006, 19-year-old Jessica Whiston inherited 20 acres of land that her grandparents once farmed in Quincy, Illinois. The land had sat dormant since the 1980s and was overgrown, but Whiston and her husband Bradley worked to turn it into a productive farm. The couple were eventually able to produce 100,000 pounds of vegetables a season.
British Visitor Used 2 Words to Describe Illinois & I’m Ticked
It's true. The one thing that everyone possesses is an opinion. I have no problem with a recent British visitor who had two words to describe Illinois, but he/she/it should have been more polite about it. I can't even remember when this map was first shared on Reddit. I've seen...
Alzheimer’s Foundation offers dementia-friendly July 4th celebration tips
(WJET/WFXP) — With Independence Day just around the corner sure to be filled with fun in the sun, gatherings and plenty of fireworks for many to enjoy, they can also create unique challenges for those with dementia. This week the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) offered some tips to create a dementia-friendly environment for caregivers […]
The Storms Keep Coming… Illinois Needs To Put A Quarter In Their Freezer
The storms have been strong this year here in the Midwest. From snow, flooding, and tornados. Illinois has seen a rough year. This idea is a classic, and many have used it for some time. A quarter in the freezer could help you save your food after a summer storm, heavy snowfall, or flood. If these knock out your power, that quarter will tell you if the food is still good.
On Kennedy Expressway, Illinois Tollway, no speed cameras are watching despite what signs say
Drivers passing through stretches of construction on the Tri-State Tollway are greeted by numerous work zone road signs warning of reduced speed limits that are “photo enforced.”. Similar warnings that threaten camera enforcement for speeding can be seen on the Kennedy Expressway, which is in the midst of major...
Look To The Sky Because Air Shows Coming To IL & WI This Summer
If you're looking for some family entertainment this summer, I highly suggest checking out an airshow in Illinois or Wisconsin. One of my favorite things to do in the summer as a kid was going to air shows. Growing up, it seemed like they were happening all the time. It was one of those things I remember my whole family enjoyed so we went whenever possible.
"Lincoln Is Crying" screening at The Crystal Theatre examines political corruption with a wink and a smile
A new documentary film about political corruption in Chicago and throughout Illinois will be screened at The Crystal Theatre in July. "Lincoln is Crying: The Grifters, Grafters, and Governors of Illinois" is a "scathing indictment of political corruption in Illinois...and it's funny, too." The film was put together by the team of Director John Davies and Executive Producers Dave Truitt and Brian Kallies, and the story is told by journalists, authors, entertainers, and more. It is currently available as a one-hour censored version on WNMU-TV and the PBS Passport, but the screening at The Crystal Theatre will be the 4K, 86-minute uncensored version.
Feds Warn Illinois Residents to Remove This From Your Wallet Now
Thieves and scammers are always looking for a way to gain access to your passwords and social media accounts, ultimately for some financial gain. Whether it's locking up your computer and asking for a ransom to get access back, usually requesting payment in Bitcoin or another virtual currency making it nearly impossible to track.
Illinois may soon return land the US stole from a Prairie Band Potawatomi chief 175 years ago
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Some 175 years after the U.S. government stole land from the chief of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation while he was away visiting relatives, Illinois may soon return it to the tribe. Nothing ever changed the 1829 treaty that Chief Shab-eh-nay signed with the U.S....
HSHS reaches agreement with Illinois Aetna to keep insurance company customers in-network
Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has announced an agreement has been reached with Illinois Aetna to allow those covered by the insurance to continue to receive services on an in-network rate. The current agreement was set to terminate on July 1st. HSHS will be notifying patients that Aetna members and...
A timeline of potential severe storms in Chicago area this week
The Chicago area is seeing a blast of summery heat this week, but it could end with the threat of severe thunderstorms. According to the Storm Prediction Center, most of the Chicago area is at a slight risk of severe storms on Thursday, the second of five prediction levels used by the SPC. The far western suburbs, including parts of DeKalb, LaSalle, Kendall and Grundy counties, are at an enhanced risk according to the latest guidance.
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