Live News of Illinois August 28, 2024

Michigan Utilities Working To Restore Power After Severe Storms

Crews for two of Michigan's largest utilities are currently working diligently to restore power to over 300,000 homes and businesses that were left without electricity following severe storms. As of noon Wednesday, more thRead More

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Pittsburgh Steelers Name Russell Wilson Starting Quarterback

The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially named Russell Wilson as their starting quarterback for the upcoming season, ending a quarterback competition that saw Wilson emerge as the clear frontrunner over Justin Fields. WilsoRead More

Extreme Weather Events Across The United States

From scorching heat waves to early snowstorms and tropical storms, the United States has experienced a range of extreme weather events in the past week.Midwest Heat Wave The Midwest has been grappling with dangerous heatRead More

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Midwest Residents Seek Relief From Record-Breaking Heat Wave

As scorching temperatures continued to grip the Midwest for a second consecutive day, residents found themselves seeking refuge from the oppressive heat. In Chicago, where the mercury soared to a record-breaking 98 degreesRead More

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New York Liberty Leads WNBA Standings With Strong Chemistry

The New York Liberty have emerged as the top team in the WNBA standings, winning nine of their last 10 games. Their strong performance post-Olympics has given them a three-game lead over Connecticut in the race...Read More

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Former Mississippi Jail Employee Arrested In Inmate Escape

A former employee of a Mississippi jail has been arrested and charged in connection with the June escape of an inmate who fled to Chicago and was captured after a standoff with police. The former deputy...Read More

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Former Republicans Endorse Vice President Kamala Harris For President

Over 200 Republicans who have previously worked for former Presidents George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush, former Sen. John McCain, or Sen. Mitt Romney have signed a letter endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for presidentRead More

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Trump Ramps Up Campaign Efforts In Crucial Battleground States

As the 2024 presidential race intensifies following the conclusion of both major party national nominating conventions, former President Donald Trump is ramping up his campaign efforts. Last week, during the Democratic conRead More

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A'ja Wilson's Buzzer-Beater Saves Las Vegas In Close Win

In a thrilling WNBA matchup on Sunday, the Las Vegas Aces narrowly escaped a late comeback by the Chicago Sky to secure a 77-75 victory. A'ja Wilson emerged as the hero for the Aces, sinking a...Read More

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Sen. Cory Booker Defends Biden-Harris Administration's Handling Of Israel-Hamas Conflict

Democratic Sen. Cory Booker recently spoke out in defense of the Biden-Harris administration's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, praising their efforts as extraordinary despite facing criticism from progressive factioRead More

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Minnesota Leads Clean Energy Transition With Permitting Reforms

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently signed legislation aimed at accelerating the state's transition to clean energy by reforming outdated permitting laws. The move comes as Minnesota strives to achieve its goal of sourcinRead More

Kamala Harris Campaign Raises $540 Million For Election Battle

Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign has announced that it has raised an impressive $540 million for the upcoming election battle against Republican nominee former President Donald Trump. The campaign has experienced strRead More

Rep. Dean Phillips Open To Serving In Any Administration

During the 2024 Democratic primary, Rep. Dean Phillips, the sole Democrat who ran against President Biden, expressed his willingness to serve in either a Democratic or Republican administration. He stated his desire to conRead More

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Connecticut Sun Edge Chicago Sky In Thrilling 82-80 Victory

In a thrilling WNBA matchup, the Connecticut Sun emerged victorious over the Chicago Sky with a final score of 82-80. The game came down to the wire, with Alyssa Thomas sealing the win for the Sun...Read More

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Democratic National Convention Dominates Ratings Over Republican Convention

The final evening of the Democratic National Convention garnered significant viewership, with 26.2 million viewers tuning in across 15 television networks, as reported by Nielsen. This solidified the DNC's ratings dominancRead More

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Exciting NFL Season Kickoff Approaching With Key Matchups

The highly anticipated NFL season is set to begin in less than two weeks, with the defending Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, facing off against the Baltimore Ravens on September 5. This matchup will...Read More

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Kamala Harris' Press Conference Evasion Raises Transparency Concerns

Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign manager recently avoided questions about whether the Democratic presidential nominee would hold a press conference, as her campaign reached one month since its launch. Campaign manageRead More

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Republican White House Lawyers Endorse Kamala Harris Over Trump

A group of twelve Republican White House lawyers who served in the administrations of Presidents Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, and George W. Bush have publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in her race against fRead More

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Beyoncé Will Not Appear At Democratic National Convention

As excitement peaked for the final night of the Democratic National Convention, rumors swirled about a potential appearance by Beyoncé, the powerhouse behind Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign anthem. Speculation aroseRead More

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DJ Cassidy's Unconventional Playlist Wows Democratic National Convention

The Democratic National Convention’s unconventional roll call during the week featured a unique playlist that captured the attention of viewers. The event, emceed by DJ Cassidy on Tuesday night, showcased a diverse selectiRead More

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