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Multiple rounds of thunderstorms expected, with severe weather possible
The Chicago area is in for a rainy and stormy Sunday, with several rounds of showers and thunderstorms and the threat of severe weather looming in the forecast. According to the Storm Prediction Center, parts of the Chicago area remain at a “slight” risk for severe storms, the second of five levels used to express the threat of storms. McHenry, Lake, DuPage, Cook, Kendall, Grundy, Will and Kankakee counties are all included in that category.
Shocking Abuse Claims Rock Illinois Disability Centers, Staff Charged and Probed in Patient Mistreatment Scandals
Illinois state facilities for the developmentally disabled are once again in the spotlight as disturbing allegations of patient abuse emerge. At the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Downstate Illinois, a security camera recorded a mental health technician, John Curtis "Curt" Spaulding, grabbing a patient by the shirt, throwing him to the floor, and punching him in the stomach, as per the Chicago Sun-Times. Following an anonymous tip-off, the incident, which occurred in mid-February, was investigated, leading to Spaulding's indictment on charges of aggravated and misdemeanor battery.
Frankfort’s Kickoff to Summer Celebration June 2, 2024
Join a local community as they kick off summertime in Frankfort with an exciting celebration. On Sunday, June 2, 2024, downtown Frankfort will come alive with a day where community spirit, entertainment, and summer vibes collide. The event will mark the opening of the summer season of the Frankfort Country...
Teacher from Manhattan Junior High School Selected as 2024 National STEM Scholar
National Stem Cell Foundation and The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science Announce Selection of Nine Middle School Science Teachers in Eight States to Participate in Unique Professional Development Program. By Investing in Influential Middle School STEM Teachers, Program Reaches Thousands of Students in Classrooms Today and Far into Future.
Baseball Recap: Joliet Catholic has no trouble against Kankakee
With a playoff game on the line, Joliet Catholic rose to the challenge on Saturday. Everything went their way against the Kankakee Kays as they made off with an 11-1 win. Joliet Catholic might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won 15 games by six runs or more this season.
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