Blagojevich Announces Run for Illinois Governor
Chicago Democrat Rod Blagojevich formally enters Illinois governor race among eight Democratic contenders. He vows bold reforms in education prescription drug access and economic development, citing support from lawmakers and local leaders at a Chicago steel mill rally. He notes a plan to fix funding share for education and promises senior drug assistance if elected.
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O'Hare Aims to Reclaim World's Busiest Airport Title
Chicago's O'Hare International Airport edges toward reclaiming the busiest airport status, with 550,360 flights from January through July versus Hartsfield's 533,941. Weather and no labor disputes cited by aviation spokeswoman Monique Bond as factors boosting O'Hare's traffic.
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West Side shooting injures 10-year-old in home
In Chicago's West Side a 10-year-old boy, Stevie Perry, was shot in the head on Saturday afternoon while in his living room. He remains in critical condition on Sunday. Police said a gang-related shooting was likely, with the on foot assailant aiming at another person. no other injuries were reported.
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Abuzz about bee rentals in Illinois pumpkin fields
SOUTH PEKIN AP Bill and Cheri Miller manage about 300 hive rentals in Illinois with up to 60 000 bees each. Farmers pay roughly 40 dollars per hive for pollination of pumpkin crops while the beekeepers gain income and help offset falling wild bee numbers. Illinois lists around 1200 registered beekeepers aiding crop yields statewide.
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4 H projects at state fair spur children on to success
At the Illinois State Fair Southern Illinois 4-H projects judged Sunday included a wall clock cross stitch patterns and quail raising. Austin Thomas 13 of Macedonia discussed his quail study with judge Tim Kelly while Andrea Hartmann 12 of Campbell Hill displayed 17 photos showing quail life stages and incubator care. The students and families say 4-H motivates learning and achievement.
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