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Processed Foods Banned in Illinois: Skittles, Mountain Dew and More Under Threat in New Senate Bill

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Springfield, Illinois – A bill has recently made its way through the Illinois legislature aiming to ban certain harmful additives and chemicals in food. Senate Bill 2637, introduced by Illinois Senator Willie Preston, has been approved by the Senate and is now set to be reviewed by the House. This bill targets specific ingredients commonly found in candy, soda, and snack foods, such as titanium dioxide, brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben, and red dye …

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Skeletal remains found in home ID’d as woman missing since 2008

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SPRINGFIELD, IL – The skeletal remains discovered in a Springfield residence have been confirmed to belong to a woman who disappeared over a decade ago, according to local authorities. The remains have been identified as Michelle Renee “Shelly” Bianco, who vanished in 2008. The identification process involved a post-mortem examination by a forensic pathologist and an anthropologist, as stated by Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon. The cause and manner of Bianco’s death remain undetermined, with …

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Bankruptcy Bombshell: Oberweis Dairy Owes $4 Million to Creditors – Illinois Ice Cream Icon Facing Financial Crisis

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NORTH AURORA, Ill. – Oberweis Dairy, a popular ice cream and dairy company based in North Aurora, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the Northern District of Illinois on Friday. The decision to seek bankruptcy protection indicates the company’s intention to repay its outstanding debts to creditors, without resorting to Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation. According to court documents, Oberweis Dairy has accumulated at least $4 million in unsecured claims to its top 20 creditors. …

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**Warning**: Illinois Department of Public Health Issues Alert After Cosmetic Treatment Hospitalizations

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LaSalle County, Illinois – The Illinois Department of Public Health issued a warning after two individuals ended up in the hospital with symptoms resembling botulism following cosmetic treatments. The patients had received injections of Botox, or a similar counterfeit product, from a licensed nurse working outside her authorized scope in LaSalle County. These cases prompted concerns among health officials about the dangers associated with receiving such procedures from unlicensed practitioners. Symptoms reported by the patients …

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***Recalled Solar Eclipse Glasses Sold in Illinois and Amazon: Urgent Safety Alert***

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Metropolis, Illinois – Residents in Illinois have been advised to be cautious following the recall of several pairs of solar eclipse glasses that were found to potentially not meet safety standards. The Illinois Department of Health issued an alert after reports of the glasses being sold through Amazon and at various retailers in Southern Illinois, including cities like Carbondale, set to witness the total solar eclipse’s “path of totality” in 2024. The recalled glasses, sold …

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**Totality** “Total Solar Eclipse 2024: Find Out When and Where to Witness Totality in Illinois”

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Aurora, Illinois – As Aurora, Illinois eagerly anticipates the upcoming solar eclipse, residents are busy making preparations to witness this rare celestial event. With the path of totality passing through southern Illinois, many communities are gearing up to experience the sun completely covered by the moon for several minutes. Even those in Chicago and its suburbs, where only a partial eclipse will be visible, are excited to catch a glimpse of the captivating sights. NASA …

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**Solar Eclipse 2024 Guide: Where to Watch in Illinois for Maximum Views**

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Aurora, Illinois – As excitement builds for the upcoming solar eclipse on Monday, eager eclipse watchers across the United States are making plans to catch a glimpse of this rare celestial event. While some lucky communities in southern Illinois will witness a total solar eclipse, others like Chicago will only experience a partial eclipse with an estimated 94% totality. According to NASA scientists, a total solar eclipse occurs when the new moon aligns with the …

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Illegal migrant arrested for brutal murder of young wife

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CAROL STREAM, IL – A gruesome crime has rocked the quiet town of Carol Stream, Illinois. Baltazar Perez-Estrada, an alleged illegal immigrant, stands accused of the brutal murder of his wife, Maricela Simon Franco, 26. The crime was reportedly committed in the presence of their two young children. On the morning of April 1, 2024, Perez-Estrada walked into the local police department, confessing to the heinous act. The authorities promptly detained him and launched an …

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Unbelievable: UConn’s Historic 30-0 Run Sends Them Soaring to Second Straight Final Four, Dominating Illinois 77-52!

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Boston, Massachusetts – A dominant force emerged in the world of college basketball on Saturday night as the Connecticut Huskies showcased a level of ferocity rarely seen in the sport. With a historic 30-0 run, the Huskies left their opponents, the Illinois Fighting Illini, dazed and defeated in the East Regional final. The final score of 77-52 in favor of the Huskies solidified their spot in the Final Four for the second consecutive year. The …

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**Elite Eight UConn Dominates Illinois with Epic 30-0 Run**

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Boston, Massachusetts – Men’s March Madness continues with the Elite Eight games on Saturday night. The defending champion UConn Huskies put on an impressive performance, defeating Illinois in a dominating fashion. With UConn securing a spot in the Final Four for the second consecutive season, the team looks poised to potentially repeat as champions. In a thrilling game, UConn unleashed a stunning 30-0 run that left Illinois struggling to keep up. The Huskies’ defense proved …

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