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2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Speaker Welch to Rep. Harry Benton: Resign or be expelled
House speaker’s demand of fellow Democrat comes after months of silence over sexual harassment allegations.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Developer withdraws rezoning request for controversial data center in Hoffman Estates
The project conjured statewide questions about the role of neighboring communities in data center decisions.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Sweeping review of grand jury presentations underway in Chicago following misconduct revelations
Andrew Boutros, the U.S attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, said the massive review will include all pending grand jury proceedings in his district as well as other presentations by prosecutors going back almost 20 years.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Head of the Chicago Police Department to retire after 3 years in the position
Murders and shootings, which are typically the focal points for crime in Chicago, have fluctuated over the last few years, but so far they are down this year by 32% and 41%, respectively, compared to 2023, according to the most recent department crime statistics.
2 weeks ago in Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
What’s the perfect American hot dog? Depends where you grew up
Chicago-style hot dogs are grilled over an open flame. The steamed buns almost always have poppy seeds. No ketchup is allowed.
2 weeks ago in National
The Onion’s new parody of Alex Jones’ Infowars starts with $100,000 to Sandy Hook families
The satirical news site The Onion isn't waiting to take possession of Infowars to launch a parody of Alex Jones ' conspiracy platform. More than a year after first trying to buy Infowars, The Onion on Thursday will debut a send-up under its own website with plans to give some of the revenue to families of the victims in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
2 weeks ago in National
US employers pull back on hiring in June amid elevated inflation, global turmoil
U.S. employers slowed hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month's total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Taylor Fritz wins match and style points at Wimbledon. De Minaur also advances
A well-dressed Taylor Fritz impressed again at Wimbledon on Thursday, beating compatriot Patrick Kypson 6-2, 6-2, 7-5 to reach the third round as Princess Kate visited the All England Club.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive
Malik Tillman stepped up for a free kick with a bloody sock and a new right boot after being stepped on by an opponent as the United States scrambled to protect a one-goal lead, down a man in a World Cup knockout round.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state’s history
Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.
2 weeks ago in Religion, World
Vatican cracks down on a traditionalist group by excommunicating its bishops
The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Pritzker: FEMA is limited in how much it can help IL
Governor says cuts have changed agency's focus.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
How outdoor workers have dealt with the recent high temperatures
"If you feel like you're doing too much, then get in the truck with the air on, get some water, take breaks," Patterson said.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will have their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.
2 weeks ago in Crime, Food Scene, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Crime of the Week: Help needed solving restaurant burglary in Springfield
June 14 break-in at Gabatoni's.
2 weeks ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
July 4th celebration at the ALPLM
Joe Crain, representing the ALPLM stopped by the WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss anything and everything that they are doing this Saturday!
2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
INTERVIEW: New Department of Early Childhood launches full operations
New Department of Early Childhood launches full operations.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Bailey campaign embraces artificial intelligence in new era of politics
State lawmakers consider requiring campaigns to disclose AI-generated ads.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Supreme Court will consider whether laws known as assault weapons bans violate the Second Amendment
The ban in Cook County, Illinois, was first passed in 1993.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Spieth returns to John Deere with an eye on Royal Birkdale practice and FedEx Cup standings
For only the second time in the 11 years since he last won the John Deere Classic, Spieth is returning to the Deere and will skip the Scottish Open the following week.
