County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant has appointed Regina Malone as Director of the Will County Human Resources Department. She brings over 27 years of human resources expertise to the role, including 23 years of experience as Assistant Director of the department. “I am excited and honored to have the opportunity to lead this great Human Resources […]
Regina Malone Confirmed as Will County Director of Human Resources
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Gov. Pritzker’s statement on 7th Circuit Court of Appeals decision
Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement concerning the 7thCircuit Court of Appeals decision upholding the Protect Illinois Communities Act: “The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed what gun safety advocates have said from day one—the Protect Illinois Communities Act is a commonsense law that will keep Illinoisans safe. Despite constant attacks by the […]
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Joliet Public Schools 86 Students of the Month
The following Joliet Public Schools District 86 students who were named Students of the Month for October. T.E. Culbertson Elementary Jacky Aguilar, Matthew Aguirre, Sophie Alvear, Maya Cossio, Abigail Garcia, Draydin Malacara, Mayra Mendoza, Liam Munoz, Kimora Myart, Mia Rivali, Xochil Tellez M.J. Cunningham Elementary Yazmin Alvarez, Alijah Bryant, Alianna Cardenas, Logan Chinderle, Eduardo Coazozon, […]
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Health benefits of Dark Chocolate
Chocolate products, including dark chocolate, are derived from the beans of the Theobroma cacao tree, also known as the cacao or cocoa tree. Dark chocolate contains a higher percentage of cocoa than milk or semi-sweet chocolate, though the percentage varies depending on the type of dark chocolate purchased. Most dark chocolate products contain between 70 and 85% […]
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Court Battle Begins in Minnesota Over Trump’s Ballot Eligibility
Former President Donald Trump faces yet another legal battle as oral arguments commence in Minnesota on Thursday, Nov. 2, where the state’s Supreme Court will weigh a case challenging his appearance on the state’s ballot under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. The plaintiffs in the case cite Trump’s actions surrounding the Jan. 6, 2021, […]
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Blacks in Alabama Gain Congressional Seat After Lawsuit Prompts Redrawn Map
Last week, a trio of federal judges chose a new congressional map for Alabama after almost two years of protracted skirmishes in state, federal and US Supreme courts. Plaintiffs, including the NAACP, ACLU, Shalela Dowdy and Evan Milligan, had filed suit to challenge a new congressional district map drawn by Republicans in the Alabama Legislature […]
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Impending Shutdown: Political Rifts and Global Crisis Converge
As the Nov. 17 deadline for a government shutdown looms, Washington grapples with a confluence of domestic political divides and escalating global conflicts. The recent appointment of far-right House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) follows a tumultuous three-week period during which Congress went without a Speaker, underscoring the deep divisions within the Republican Party.Johnson, who desperately […]
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Federal appeals court upholds Illinois’ assault weapons ban
In a 2-1 ruling Friday, a federal appeals court declined to block enforcement of the state’s assault weapon ban as well as similar local ordinances, saying the rights guaranteed under the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution are not absolute. The judges sided with two lower court decisions from the Chicago area but overturned the […]
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Resurrection Project to pilot a work permits program with the White House, Illinois, and Chicago for recent arrivals
Chicago – The Resurrection Project (TRP) has a new initiative towards attaining work permits for newly arrived immigrants in Chicago during this humanitarian crisis. TRP and partners will work with bilingual staffers provided by the White House, Illinois, and Chicago administrations to conduct legal screenings and assist new immigrants in applying for work authorization. The […]
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Illinois Joining Forces launches Operation Connect-A-Vet: Friends and Families link to help Veterans with resources
Veterans Day is just around the corner and the holiday season drawing near, Illinois Joining Forces unveils its latest initiative, Operation Connect-A-Vet as part of Operation Connect Illinois CARES. This initiative is designed to ensure that every Veteran feels connected. “As we approach Veterans Day, we must remember the sacrifices made by veterans and raise […]
