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Benefit Concert Planned to Help Illinois Rock Museum Recover From Storm Damage
The storm that ripped through the Joliet area on Sunday morning damaged quite a few buildings in downtown Joliet, including the Illinois Rock and Roll Museum. The huge guitar statue on the fascade — dubbed Gigantar — was not damaged, but the roof was, which has also led to some water damage on the top floor. Thankfully, none of the exhibits were affected, but the costs are adding up to fix the building.
Full Riot Fest Schedule Released!
We knew the dates, the location and when the headliners were playing. Now we have the rest of the schedule for Riot Fest taking place at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview!. Friday features Fall Out Boy as the headliner, with shows from the Offspring, Public Enemy, Sum 41, Cypress Hill (who just performed with the London Symphony Orchestra), New Found Glory and NOFX.
Ushering in a Brilliant Future at Argonne’s Advanced Photon Source
LEMONT, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 18, 2024-- On a bright day in July, a crowd of hundreds gathered at the site of the Advanced Photon Source (APS) in Lemont, Illinois to welcome even brighter days ahead. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240717926420/en/ Federal, state and local officials joined Department of Energy and Argonne leaders to cut the ribbon on the upgraded Advanced Photon Source on July 17, 2024. (Image by Jason Creps/Argonne National Laboratory.)
Thousands of stateliners adapt to days without power
(WIFR) - ComEd crews work to restore power to homeowners across the stateline facing their third day in the dark, but a limited number of hands makes the task difficult. As of Wednesday evening, more than 45,000 people throughout Northern Illinois face the effects of three days of power outages, according to ComEd.
Celebrate Hot Dog Day with the best dogs in central Illinois
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — It’s National Hot Dog Day! Central Illinois is home to some of the best dogs, bratwursts, sausages, corn dogs and frankfurters around. You can find some of the best places to get a dog in the area based on Google review scores below:. Peoria...
Illinois is setting the stage to use federal funding to provide broadband service statewide
(The Center Square) – Now that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration has approved Illinois’ proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program, implementation is underway. The approval enables the state to request access to funding for the BEAD program. Devon Braunstein, director of the Illinois Office of Broadband, said Illinois will be receiving just over $1 billion for the broadband rollout. ...
Survey: Nearly half of small businesses couldn't cover June rent
(The Center Square) – A new survey shows that nearly a third of Illinois small businesses couldn't pay their rent on time or in full in June, but conditions have improved. The small business network Alignable survey shows that nationwide, 46% of small business owners reported rent difficulties, the highest delinquency rate since March 2021. Only 28% of small businesses said they have fully recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic. Researcher...
Rihanna's popular clothing brand opens 1st Illinois location at suburban mall
One suburban Chicago mall is getting the state's first brick-and-mortar retail location of Rihanna's popular apparel brand Savage X Fenty. Savage X Fenty opens Friday at Orland Square Mall in Orland Park in the southwest suburbs, according to a press release. The label is known for its inclusive approach to lingerie and apparel, the release said, with sizing ranging from extra-small to 4XL.
Illinois, the feds, and quantum
(CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Here is another story about Illinois and quantum research. Someone joked it’s like, “I’ll make you an offer you can’t understand.” The federal government and Illinois are working together on a quantum proving ground. “We are not committing any dollars...
Western DuPage Special Recreation Association hosts first Special Olympics flag football program
Kids with the Western DuPage Special Recreation Association have hit the gridiron this year as members of the first Special Olympics flag football program. Calling themselves the Wildcats, the team is made up of athletes ages 7-15 to learn more about the game of football, as well as teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical fitness.
The Fresh Factory Expands Operations with New 56,000 SF Facility in Downers Grove, Illinois
CAROL STREAM, IL / ACCESSWIRE / July 9, 2024 / The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd. (TSXV:FRSH)(FRA:Q4Z) ('The Fresh Factory' or the 'Company'), a mission-driven company for fresh, clean-label, and better-for-you food and beverage brands, today announced the signing of a new lease agreement for a state-of-the-art 56,000-square-foot facility located in Downers Grove, Illinois. This strategic expansion is expected to significantly enhance The Fresh Factory's production capabilities and streamline its operations, positioning the Company for future growth.
New OP chief sustainability officer to begin July 29
Oak Park has hired a new chief sustainability officer, Lindsey Roland Nieratka, after the role has been vacant for about eight months. Marcella Bondie Keenan previously held the role, starting in March 2023. She was originally hired as a sustainability coordinator for the village in August 2021. Her last day as chief sustainability officer was Nov. 10, 2023, according to village officials.
Watch out for law enforcement phone scam
WGN Radio listener Sara Hagen joins John Williams to talk about a scam phone call she received from someone claiming to be from the Glen Ellyn police. Sara explains how she was able to determine this was a scam and how she was able to prevent herself from becoming a victim.
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