After decades of credit downgrades of state finances by previous administrations Illinois is on a strong fiscal footing. Credit ratings agencies have taken notice, and for the first time in more than two decades, Illinois has earned credit upgrades a sign that financial stewardship has made a difference.
Illinois sixth credit rating upgrade in under a year
Posted inEntertainment, Movies and Film
The Takedown
For a movie that runs a hair under two hours, the pacing (editor Vincent Tabaillon, Taken 2 and Clash of the Titans) only lags in a few parts. The beauty of the region is well documented and action scenes are nicely captured (cinematographer Thomas Hardmeier, Yves Saint Laurent). Precincts, warehouses and strip joints look fine (production design Françoise Dupertuis, Molière). Sy’s blue collar clothes and Lafitte’s natty attire make sense (costume designer Camille Janbon, Lupin). Add in an appropriately dramatic musical score (Guillaume Roussel, Black Beauty) and you’re pulled into the investigation for the duration.
Posted inBooks, Education, Living, Shorewood, State
Loughran Cappel launches summer book club
“Summer reading is a fantastic way to keep kids’ minds active during the summer months,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “This program will help them make reading into a habit and prepare kids for the upcoming school year.”
Posted inBooks, Living
“Grief is Love: Living with Loss” by Marisa Renee Lee
More than 6,000 people die in the U.S. every day. You’re only concerned with one of them. “Grief is Love” helps you to endure.
It may take a little double-checking, though. Author Marisa Renee Lee uses so much of her own experiences in this book that help for grieving readers may not initially feel as forthcoming as you may wish it would be. Even so, there’s much to glean inside her tales because she’s honest about her journey, her various feelings, and the bumps along the road. Readers who are deep in the throes of grief will also be greatly comforted by her assertion that your person died but the love you shared never will.
Posted inCrest Hill, Living, Local, Lockport, News
Illinois’ active nuclear reactors: What do you really know?
Monday, May 16, 2022, 6:00-7:30 White Oak Library District: Lockport Branch, 121 E 8th St, Lockport, IL, 60441 Illinois has more active nuclear reactors (11) than any other U.S. state. If Illinois were a nation we’d be #11 in the world when it comes to nuclear power, just behind Ukraine. Years of political and illegal lobbying have […]
Posted inBusiness, Business, Living, News
Hitting the Gas: Pump prices surge as oil gets more expensive
“With the cost of oil accounting for more than half of the pump price, more expensive oil means more expensive gasoline,” said Molly Hart, spokesperson for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “These prices are creeping closer to those record high levels of early March.”
Posted inCrime, Joliet, Local, News
Joliet Police Department reminds drivers to “Buckle Up”
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, a popular time for traveling to visit family and friends. Whether you are traveling down the block or across the country, make sure you buckle up every time.
Posted inFood & Wine
Wine of the Week: Bortolomiol Grande Cuvee Del Fondatore Motus Vitae-$28
Bortolomiol Grande Cuvee Del Fondatore bracing, complex and bold. In short, it captures the spirit of Prosecco in a bottle. Terrific as an aperitif, it is even better with food. I spent an entire weekend pigging out on Sushi and Sashi in all its many forms; Make Sushi, Salmon Nigiri, Rice Paper Sushi, Spicy Tuna or California rolls, or alongside crisp, cool salads made with delicate greens, edible flowers flavored sesame oil vinaigrette and a side of Miso.
Posted inLiving, Local, News, Romeoville
Drive-By Diaper Drive
Donors may drop donations curbside with Rotary volunteers. All donations will be delivered to the Pantry at its Seven Bridges Woodridge location.
Posted inHealth
Health departments to the public: COVID knows no boundaries
Local health departments belonging to the Northern Illinois Public Health Consortium (NIPHC) are advising people who live and work in the region that COVID-19 case rates are rising and now is the time to work together to avoid a surge in cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.
