The recent bunker-busting bombs dropped on Iran’s research facilities may have temporarily eliminated the threat of a nuclear attack, but the poisonous hate within the leadership of Iran remains and the country is still a malignancy that needs to be eliminated.
Trump strikes Iran, but how will the serpent reappear?
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GOP lawsuit seeks to end ‘gut-and-replace’ legislation
A group of Republican lawmakers filed a lawsuit seeking to nullify Senate Bill 328, which would allow out-of-state corporations to be sued in Illinois courts, and to bar the legislature from using the “gut-and-replace” procedure to pass legislation without proper transparency.
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Chicago Named Wrongful Conviction Capital, Sparking Calls for Reform
Troshawn McCoy, who was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for 22 years, is now running several successful businesses, writing a book, filming a documentary, and leading a nonprofit to help others affected by wrongful convictions.
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Local communities plan to keep grocery tax as state plans to eliminate it in 2026
The Village of Plainfield has implemented a 1 percent grocery tax to replace the state’s grocery tax, which is set to be repealed next year, to ensure revenue remains stable.
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A simple guide to exercises that burn the most calories
Compound exercises such as planks, squat to press, renegade row, and jump lunges can burn calories, while adding weights, climbing stairs, listening to upbeat music, and using a smartwatch can help maximize the effectiveness of your workout.
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Keynote Speakers Showcase Camaraderie at Women to Watch Conference
Representative Natalie Manley and House Minority Leader Tony McCombie, the first woman to lead the Republican Caucus in the House, were keynote speakers at the 3rd Annual Women to Watch Leadership Conference, where they discussed the importance of women in government and their unique paths to service.
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The Joliet Slimers Return for Ghostbusters Night
The Joliet Slimers will rebrand to the Slimers for Ghostbusters Night on June 26th, featuring a Bill Murray bobblehead giveaway, specialty jerseys, appearances by the Windy City Ghostbusters, and post-game wrestling.
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Grant Opportunity for Will County Organizations to Tackle Opioid Abuse
Will County has allocated $2 million in grant funds to support programs aimed at addressing the opioid epidemic and supporting people who have been impacted by opioids, with applications due by July 15, 2025.
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Gov. Pritzker takes action to protect veterans from healthcare discrimination
Governor JB Pritzker has directed state agencies to take action to protect veterans’ access to healthcare and prevent discrimination based on marital status or political affiliation.
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Joliet Settles NorthPoint Development Lawsuit, Ending Emergency Access for Trucks
The City of Joliet has reached a settlement agreement with NorthPoint Development and other parties, ending emergency access to Route 53 and requiring truck traffic to use the Closed Loop Truck Network, while also saving the City hundreds of millions of dollars in road maintenance.
