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Is it COVID, flu, or RSV? Here’s how to really know what’s making you sick

COVID, flu, RSV—all three respiratory illnesses are driving what’s being called a “tripledemic” in the United States right now, as cases continue to rise and hospital beds fill up. So far this season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there have been at least 15 million flu illnesses—an unusually high number this early on.1

Remembering The Assassination of Dr. King

As we celebrate Dr. King's Birthday each year with what is now a national holiday, let us remember why and how he died as a sacrifice for all of us and the benefits so many enjoy today.

Forest Preserve  seed swap and adult fishing derby

Swap seeds, join sign up for a fishing derby or take a wildflower hike this May with the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Online registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnectWithNature.org. Here is the lineup: Spring Seed Swap: 10...

New African restaurant opens in Bolingbrook

long with city official many Bolingbrook residents came out to welcome the new restaurant to the community as everyone took part in sampling  a few of the items on the menu.

Advocates call on regulators to reject natural gas rate increases

“I need the ICC to say no. Don’t raise these prices. Our paychecks are not going up, but our bills are,” Carroll said. “We can’t afford it. The reality of it is we can’t afford it.

Troy 30-C School District Coffee with the Superintendent

The district's spring "Coffee with the Superintendent" is a time parents, residents, business owners and other interested parties can meet the superintendent in an informal setting to ask questions or to just chat.

Further from Coverage and Closer to Profit, Health Insurance Giants Must Take Accountability

A survey taken in 2019 shows that Americans collectively owe around $195 billion in medical debt and that number will only continue to rise. The US healthcare system is clearly no friend to anyone; however, this system is especially cruel to minority groups.

UPDATE: South Suburban Airport a step closer to construction

After more than 30 years of effort to get consensus around building the airport, supporters have landed on converting Bult Field into a cargo facility in response to the growing demand for e-commerce. 

Plainfield Mayor highlights accomplishments in first village address

Plainfield mayor John Argoudelis delivered his first State of the Village address before the Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce. “2022 was another year of great accomplishments for the village,” said Mayor Argoudelis.

Michelle Stiff running for School District 204

"I would like to improve our 80% graduation rate," she added. "This can be accomplished by fostering family engagement to ensure students have the support they need by increasing more awareness through communication, home visits, and surveys."

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Joliet to receive $76 million in water infrastructure loans

Joliet has been awarded $76 million from the Illinois EPA to enhance water infrastructure, which will enable the city to replace 31 miles of deteriorated and undersized water mains, replace fire hydrants and valves, and improve water quality.