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Governor Pritzker Opens Applications for Sixth Round of Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Governor Pritzker Opens Applications for Sixth Round of Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) have announced the opening of applications for the sixth round of the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program. This program is designed to create training opportunities, expand the talent pipeline, and enhance diversity within the construction industry and building trades across Illinois. Eligible entities, including non-profit organizations, community colleges, and school districts, can apply for grants ranging from $150,000 to $550,000. This round of funding, totaling $25 million, aims to support up to 45 programs statewide, serving nearly 2,000 residents. A key focus of the program is to increase the representation of underrepresented groups, such as people of color, veterans, and women, in the construction trades. Since its inception in 2021, the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program has awarded over $70 million, benefiting more than 7,000 residents by providing tuition-free training, stipends, a...
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How to watch Nebraska volleyball vs. Missouri: Time, TV channel

How to watch Nebraska volleyball vs. Missouri: Time, TV channel

It's Nebraska volleyball vs. Missouri at Wrigley Field. Here's how to watch, including time, channel, TV schedule and streaming info.
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What channel is Kentucky volleyball vs Penn St on today?

What channel is Kentucky volleyball vs Penn St on today?

The Kentucky volleyball team is back in action today, and faces another ranked opponent. Here's how to watch the Wildcats vs Penn State.
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Thieves Smash Slot Machines at Will County Travel Center in Brazen Burglary

Thieves Smash Slot Machines at Will County Travel Center in Brazen Burglary

A smash-and-grab burglary occurred at the Peotone Travel Center in Will County, Illinois, approximately 45 miles southwest of Chicago. The incident, captured on surveillance video, took place around 4:58 a.m. on Thursday. Five masked individuals entered the business and used hammers to repeatedly damage video gaming machines, stealing an undisclosed amount of cash. According to police, two suspects acted as lookouts at the entrance, and another positioned themselves near Wilmington-Peotone Road. The entire operation lasted less than three minutes, and no injuries were reported. The suspects fled the scene in a white Acura and a gray Acura, neither of which displayed license plates. Authorities are asking anyone who may have seen these vehicles in the area during the early morning hours to contact Peotone police.
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Dangerous Heat Persists in Chicago with Triple-Digit Heat Index Values

Dangerous Heat Persists in Chicago with Triple-Digit Heat Index Values

Chicago and surrounding areas are enduring another day of extreme heat, with temperatures reaching the mid-90s °F (approximately 35 °C) and heat index values exceeding 100 °F (37.8 °C). An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for Cook County and the city of Chicago, while most of the surrounding region is under a Heat Advisory. Lake County, Illinois, is the only area exempt from these heat-related alerts. This heat wave has already tied records for the warmest low temperature in September, with Wednesday's low at 78 °F (25.6 °C). Relief is expected by Sunday and Labor Day, as temperatures are forecast to drop to more comfortable levels in the low to mid-80s °F (27-29 °C).
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Illinois Investigates Essendant for Potential WARN Act Violations Following Abrupt Layoffs of Nearly 1,300 Employees

Illinois Investigates Essendant for Potential WARN Act Violations Following Abrupt Layoffs of Nearly 1,300 Employees

Illinois Investigates Essendant for Potential WARN Act Violations Following Abrupt Layoffs of Nearly 1,300 Employees
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Extreme Heat Warning Continues for Cook County Amid High Temperatures

Extreme Heat Warning Continues for Cook County Amid High Temperatures

An extreme heat warning remains in effect for central, northern, and southern Cook County, Illinois, for the third consecutive day. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), heat indices are expected to climb between 100°F and 105°F (37.8°C to 40.6°C) on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The warning is set to expire at 7 p.m. CDT. Current conditions at O’Hare International Airport report partly cloudy skies with temperatures at 80°F (26.7°C). A 40% chance of thunderstorms is forecast after 1 p.m. CDT, with highs in the low 90s (32.2°C to 33.9°C). Overnight temperatures are expected to drop to the low 70s (21.1°C to 22.8°C). The heat wave has caused disruptions, including buckling bridges in Chicago, and has prompted Chicago Public Schools to cancel or move outdoor activities indoors.
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Illinois Governor Pritzker Demands President Trump Restart Brandon Road Interbasin Project Construction

Illinois Governor Pritzker Demands President Trump Restart Brandon Road Interbasin Project Construction

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has sent a letter to President Trump, urging his administration to immediately resume construction on the Brandon Road Interbasin Project. The project, designed to prevent the spread of invasive carp into the Great Lakes, saw its construction halted by the Trump administration at the end of July, with no explanation provided to the State of Illinois. Governor Pritzker also instructed the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to reiterate its request for an emergency meeting of the project's Senior Executive Board. This demand follows the IDNR's discovery of several hundred juvenile silver carp approximately 80 miles from Lake Michigan, marking the first time invasive carp of this size have been found so far upstream since monitoring began in 2010. The Governor emphasized that the Great Lakes should not be jeopardized by political considerations.
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Illinois Tourism Achieves Record-Breaking $88 Billion Economic Impact in Past Year

Illinois Tourism Achieves Record-Breaking $88 Billion Economic Impact in Past Year

Illinois Tourism Achieves Record-Breaking $88 Billion Economic Impact in Past Year
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Chiefs News: Sean Payton not expecting Patrick Mahomes to be limited

Chiefs News: Sean Payton not expecting Patrick Mahomes to be limited

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Cook County Extreme Heat Warning Canceled for Northern and Central Areas

Cook County Extreme Heat Warning Canceled for Northern and Central Areas

The National Weather Service has canceled the extreme heat warning for northern and central Cook County, signaling a shift towards more moderate temperatures for the upcoming holiday weekend. This cancellation occurred midday Thursday, despite an earlier warning issued for the entire county, which was initially set to expire at 7 p.m. Forecasters had initially predicted heat indices exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. However, morning storms across far northern Illinois and Wisconsin introduced a near-term cold front, mitigating the heat. As a result, temperatures across the Chicago area were in the mid-to-low 80s by early afternoon. The extreme heat warning remains in effect for southern Cook County. In response to the earlier heat advisory, Chicago Public Schools canceled all outdoor activities for Thursday or moved them indoors, including physical education and athletics. The Archdiocese of Chicago also canceled after-school practices or relocated them indoors, allowing students to wear T-shirts and short...
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2026 NFL Season Award Predictions: MVP

2026 NFL Season Award Predictions: MVP

The WCG Crew is predicting the 2026 NFL Awards, and first up is our pick for MVP.