JOLIET, Ill. (WMBD) -- An Illinois State Police trooper was killed on Interstate 55 after being hit by a car, the agency said early Tuesday. The collision took place in Will County on southbound Interstate 55 near Channahon. Just after 9:40 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, Clay Carns, 35, outside of his squad car and in [...]
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GRAFTON - The recent Grafton Winter Lights Parade welcomed hundreds of community members for an evening of holiday cheer in Grafton. On Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, the parade route traveled down Water Street and ended at The Loading Dock in Grafton. The parade featured over 100 entrants, from the QEM Fire Protection District to personal trucks decorated with lights. “Bundle up, bring the family out and enjoy,” said Paula Jameson, who oversees the Enjoy Grafton Facebook page and helped organize the parade. The evening started with a tribute walk for former Police Chief Eric Spanton , who passed away on Dec. 14, 2024. Jameson and Dan Ebbing, the president of the Chamber of Commerce, explained that the parade started as a joke between locals. Four years ago, a few people draped their side-by-sides in lights and went on a pub crawl throughout Grafton. But over the years, it has grown into a full-fledged parade, bringing in visitors from across the St. Louis
The Texas-based retailer has filed for bankruptcy protection but said it plans to move swiftly through the restructuring, with tens of millions in new financing already lined up.
December 24th is a day that carries a rich tapestry of historical significance across various cultures and nations. As we travel back in time, we find ourselves in 1800, a year that bore witness to a significant cultural development in the United States. On December 24th of that year, the first edition of the "New-York Evening Post" was published. Founded by Alexander Hamilton, this newspaper would go on to play a vital role in American journalism and public discourse. The Post gave a voice to various social and political issues of the time and helped shape public opinion, emphasizing the importance of a free press in a democratic society. Over the years, the paper has undergone numerous transformations but still stands as a testament to the enduring nature of journalism. Fast forward to 1914, during the height of World War I, a remarkable event known as the Christmas Truce occurred. On December 24th, soldiers on the Western Front engaged in an unofficial ceasefire, laying down
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and reflection, and music plays a vital role in enhancing the experience. Crafting the perfect holiday-themed playlist can set the mood for gatherings, family dinners, or even cozy evenings by the fire. Whether you’re looking to evoke nostalgia with classic tunes or infuse modern hits into your festivities, this guide will help you curate a playlist that resonates with the spirit of the season. Understanding the Essence of Holiday Music Before diving into the specifics of creating a holiday playlist, it’s essential to understand what makes holiday music unique. Typically, holiday songs reflect themes of love, joy, and togetherness. They often feature familiar melodies and are infused with cultural or religious significance, depending on the holiday being celebrated. Recognizing these elements will help you select tracks that resonate not just musically but emotionally as well. Define Your Holiday Theme The first step
In the Spirit of the Season, FOX 2 and St. Louis 11 have teamed up with PGA Reach Gateway Foundation to spread awareness and funds for the amazing work they do to connect youth, military, and diverse populations to the game of golf!
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A woman was left dead after her vehicle was fatally struck by a train Tuesday morning in Berkeley. According to a spokesperson from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened overnight Tuesday morning involving a car and a train. The crash happened after the woman's vehicle traveled off the [...]
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), who served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years and is a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), secured several important provisions to support our state in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that passed Congress this week. Some of priorities Duckworth secured to help Illinoisans include expanding housing opportunities and surrounding infrastructure at Rock Island Arsenal, supporting school districts near military bases by helping alleviate state and local tax base funding shortfalls and expanding our military’s use of sustainable aviation fuels, which supports our Illinois farmers, protects the environment and drives economy opportunity throughout the Midwest. “The brave Illinoisans who serve our nation in uniform at home and abroad deserve to know that our country fully supports them as they and their families sacrifice to defend our country,”
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) applauded the Senate passage of the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act to ensure public sector workers and their families are able to receive full Social Security benefits after two previous statutes reduced them. The legislation—whose Senate companion Duckworth and Durbin helped cosponsor alongside U.S. Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Susan Collins (R-ME) and 58 other U.S. Senators—would repeal the Social Security Act’s Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO), which significantly reduced benefits for nearly 3 million Americans, many of whom are teachers, police officers and state, county and local government workers. The bill now heads to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. Full text of the legislation can be found on the Senator’s website . “Millions of Americans have worked their entire lives, paying into
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