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Pritzker signs medical debt forgiveness bill into law
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed legislation that will require the state’s taxpayers to pay off the medical debt for thousands of Illinoisans. Calling medical debt a “uniquely American issue,” Pritzker is using $10 million in state funding in the new fiscal year to purchase the medical debt of up to 300,000 Illinoisans. “No Illinoisan should face financial ruin after receiving the medical care they need,” said...
Black- and gay-owned cannabis businesses opening and expanding in Illinois
After years of struggling to get off the ground, several Black-owned cannabis businesses recently have opened or expanded in Illinois, bucking the trend of companies that haven't been able to acquire financing to get going. One of the recent openings is the self-described Black-, Latino-, veteran- and queer-owned SWAY dispensary...
Lombard, IL: 4th of July Fireworks Display at Madison Meadow Park
Lombard, IL – Gather your friends and family to celebrate Independence Day at Lombard’s 4th of July Fireworks Display this Thursday at Madison Meadow Park. The event will commence at dusk, approximately 9:30 p.m., promising a night of dazzling fireworks and community spirit. According to the Village of...
Decomposed body found floating in Joliet pump house, police say
A decomposed body was found in a south suburban pump house on Tuesday, according to police.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA group of three men and a woman were "exploring" the US Steel property at 941 Collins Street around 6:47 p.m.They entered the pump house and found a body floating in four to five feet of water, Joliet police said.The group immediately called 911.Joliet Fire officials removed the body of a man, which was "in an advanced stage of decomposition."The man's identity and cause of death have not been released.Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
Angel Reese Sends Strong Two-Word Message to Nika Muhl After Copycat WNBA Pregame Outfit
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese extended her historic WNBA streak against the Atlanta Dream on Tuesday night after recording her 11th straight double-double. It was also announced that Reese made the WNBA All-Star team after the game ended. All of which is to say that Reese had an ...
31st Street Beach To Close At 9 PM For Next 10 Days After Recent Violence
BRONZEVILLE — The Park District will close 31st Street Beach at 9 p.m. beginning Thursday as it tries to prevent more violence after another shooting there. The earlier curfew was proposed by Ald. Lamont Robinson (4th) in response to recent violence at the beach that has left three people dead, including a couple gunned down June 21 after an argument in a parking lot near the beach.
Trea Turner crushes 2 home runs, Phillies hold off Cubs in 6-4 win at Wrigley
The Philadelphia Phillies opened up a three-game series last night at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs, winning 6-4 thanks to Trea Turner and a solid debut from rookie pitcher Michael Mercado. Michael Mercado made his first start of his MLB career on Tuesday night, filling a rotation spot for...
NASCAR qualifying order for Cup Series at Chicago Street Course in 2024
NASCAR is set to arrive at the Chicago Street Course for the 20th weekend of the 2024 Cup Series season. It represents the only date at the venue, as NASCAR only goes to Chicago, Illinois, once per season. This will be the second time NASCAR brings the Cup Series to Chicago, representing the second weekend for street course racing in the sport’s history. First, the Cup Series needs to qualify for the event at the Chicago Street Course, and the qualifying format is simple. The session will be split into Groups A and B. Each group will have a certain amount...
Red Barn Golf Course reportedly suggests homeowners pay for its $187,000 driving range net
ROCKTON, Ill. (WIFR) - A yellow golf ball rests in grass a few meters from a Summit Condos home in Rockton. Ahead of it, an orange construction fence separates the backyard from the Red Barn Golf Course driving range. “It possibly could give someone a heart attack at an age...
One of Morton's best softball players, former player of the year, dies at age 46
No one preached positivity to her Morton softball teammates like Lori Greiner Grover. Her signature motto – "Remember your HAT" (hard work, attitude, team) – will be forever engrained into the minds of those who played with Greiner. And those lasting memories of Greiner live on following her death at age 46 on June 12 due to complications from leukemia, according to her obituary.
Bears are set to sign former Titans Pro Bowler
Tannehill has a ton of experience in the NFL and could be a great #2 option while also teaching Williams a lot about the game in the NFL. "As far as talent, the Bears like (Tyson Bagent)," Fishbain said. "He proved himself capable last season, winning two games. There might be quarterbacks out there (see: Tannehill, Ryan) who would be better at leading the offense if needed, but the Bears can go that route if an injury occurred. A starter in the league might not fit as the best No. 2 to the top pick in the draft."
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