Democrats are rallying around Harris as she vows to ‘earn and win’ party nomination for president
Democrats face the task of rearranging the top of their ticket before the party’s nominating convention begins Aug. 19.
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Illinois lawmakers race to support and criticize Biden for dropping out of presidential race
Democrats are set to hold their convention in Chicago in August.
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President Joe Biden drops out of the 2024 race after disastrous debate inflamed age concerns
Biden won the vast majority of delegates and every nominating contest but one, which would’ve made his nomination mostly a formality. Now that he’s dropped out, those delegates will be free to support another candidate. What happens after that is unclear.
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217 Today: From regular doctor visits to injured protesters, here’s how Chicago’s hospitals are preparing for the DNC
Friday, July 19, 2024 Today’s headlines: Governor J.B. Pritzker signed legislation Thursday that would add new regulations to carbon capture and sequestration projects in the state. The outgoing leader of Illinois’ Republican Party says the state GOP is in better shape now than it was a few years ago. Champaign County voters will be able…
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Most Illinois jails restrain people in chairs. This county ‘violently shocked’ them, too.
A few years ago, Coles County Jail promised to stop using electrified “stun cuffs” to shock people restrained in chairs. How much has changed? Warning: The following article includes mentions of self-harm. This is the second in a series of stories. Read the first story here. CHARLESTON, Ill. – Brice Fritz was naked, strapped down to…
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After years of controversy, state pauses CO2 pipeline construction, for now
New law also lays out safety requirements for future carbon sequestration projects.
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Illinois deputy charged with murder shot woman in face after ordering her to move pot of water
Sonya Massey was killed at her home in Springfield after Grayson and another Sangamon County deputy responded to her 911 call early July 6.
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Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
The accountant-turned-comedian gained fame with a smash album and became one of the most popular TV stars of his time. Newhart was a Chicago psychologist in “The Bob Newhart Show” in the 1970s and a Vermont innkeeper on “Newhart” in the 1980s.
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217 Today: Illinois Republicans seek new strategies to boost competitiveness in Illinois
Thursday, July 18, 2024 Today’s headlines: A Sangamon County deputy is being charged with murder for the death of Sonya Massey. Champaign County voters may be able to choose to eliminate the county auditor position in November, depending on a decision tonight. A clinical psychologist says it is beneficial to start conversations with older children about…
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Sangamon County deputy indicted for murder in the shooting of Sonya Massey
John Milhiser said the footage will be released to the public Monday, July 22. “Nothing has been redacted, except for the blurring of certain images, which was done out of respect for Ms. Massey and her family.”
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John Deere ends support of ‘social or cultural awareness’ events, distances from inclusion efforts
Deere’s move arrives just weeks after rural retailer Tractor Supply ended an array of its corporate diversity and climate efforts. While the companies’ responses differed, both arrive amid a wider backdrop of conservative backlash that has been targeting companies across industries.
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217 Today: Illinois Rep. Mary Miller takes questions from reporters at the RNC
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Today’s headlines: Republicans have been trying to increase their support among Hispanic Americans, who have historically voted strongly Democratic. The state of Illinois is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Defense to bolster quantum computing research. Yesterday, a fifth person was charged with Mob Action, for allegedly demonstrating for Gaza on…
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At the RNC: Illinois Rep. Mary Miller takes questions from reporters
MILWAUKEE – On Tuesday morning at the Republican National Convention, Representative Miller briefly addressed reporter’s questions about Donald Trump, immigration, and crime. Because Miller rarely gives interviews to reporters, we’re sharing her responses with you. The news conference started with a question about why many GOP leaders from Illinois opted to skip this year’s Republican…
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jul. 18 – Jul. 21
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Thursday, July 18 Krannert Center Uncorked with Decadents at Krannert Center for Performing Arts Time: 5:00 p.m. Location:…
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Suburban native, far-right conservative talk show host Charlie Kirk speaks at RNC
The 30-year-old Wheeling High School grad founded Turning Point USA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting conservative values on high school and college campuses.
