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Published on Jul 3, 2025Source: WREX - Illinois - Neutral
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Published on Jul 3, 2025
Biggest fireworks show in Illinois canceled this Independence Day. Here's why
The Village of Itasca in Illinois has canceled its Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration for the first time in more than 25 years due to construction constraints and other issues. For more than a decade, the village’s fireworks show has been labeled the …
Source: State Journal-Register - Illinois - Pending -
Published on Jul 3, 2025
State Week: Illinois' political picture
Gov. JB Pritzker, who is rumored to be considering a presidential bid in 2028, has chosen former state lawmaker Christian Mitchell as his running mate as he seeks a third term. The race for governor next year is one of several key races ahead in Illinois. …
Source: WSIU - Illinois - Pending -
Published on Jul 3, 2025
'Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity': Illinois village votes to purchase Pope Leo XIV's childhood home
By Ryan Foley, Christian Post Reporter Thursday, July 03, 2025 The childhood home of Pope Leo XIV, located at 212 East 141st Place in Dolton, Illinois, as it appeared in July 2024. | Screenshot: Google Maps An Illinois village has voted to purchase the …
Source: The Christian Post - Washington D.C. - Right-wing -
Published on Jul 3, 2025
Illinois gas tax increase: Local residents voice mixed reactions
ROCKFORD, Ill (WREX) — Illinois residents are facing higher costs at the gas pump due to a motor fuel tax increase that took effect today. This change has sparked a mix of concern and frustration across the state. Sen. Steve Stadelman highlighted that the …
Source: WREX - Illinois - Neutral -
Published on Jul 3, 2025
A Lafayette healthcare company has closed on a $26M acquisition of this Illinois business
Lafayette-based Viemed closed on its deal to acquire an Illinois-based medical equipment business that specializes in respiratory care and women’s health. Viemed and Lehan’s Medical Equipment announced the $26 million deal Thursday that also includes an …
Source: The Acadiana Advocate - Louisiana - Neutral -
Published on Jul 3, 2025
Illinois volleyball releases 2025 non-conference schedule
Hard to believe fall sports start next month. And on Wednesday, Illinois volleyball dropped its 2025 non-conference schedule. It features nine matches, including two at Huff Hall. It starts August. 29 against South Dakota State at Northern Iowa. Then there …
Source: The Champaign Room - Illinois - Pending -
Published on Jul 3, 2025
Illinois nurse shortage fix is blocked by unions
Joining the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact offers a solution to Illinois’ growing nurse shortage, but certain special interest groups stand in the way, limiting patients’ access to timely medical care. Special interests again succeeded in keeping …
Source: Illinois Policy - Pending -
Published on Jul 3, 2025
Nearly 32,000 Illinois government pensioners paid $100k-plus
State data shows 31,937 members of Illinois’ five pension systems collected $100,000 a year or more in retirement benefits during 2024. Some got over $500,000. See the full list below. Nearly 32,000 retired Illinois government employees received a state …
Source: Illinois Policy - Pending -
Published on Jul 3, 2025
2025 Best & Brightest Online MBA: Malcolm Wilson, University of Illinois (Gies)
“Data Driven, and people-oriented. I love solving problems, building relationships, and helping make ideas happen.” Age: 35 Hometown: Chicago, Illinois Fun fact about yourself: I enjoy building Lego sets and find it rewarding to see the final product come …
Source: Poets&Quants - California - Pending