More than 1,000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces since May while trying to get food in Gaza, mostly near food sites run by an American contractor, the U.N. human rights office said.
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Representative Sorensen represents the 17th Congressional District in Illinois, which includes the Illinois side of the Quad Cities, Peoria, Rockford, and Bloomington-Normal.
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Mary Poppins continues at Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 – 3rd Avenue in Rock Island where you can now book tickets on their website through September 6 with matinee performances on Wednesdays, evening performances Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays and Dinner performances on Sundays.
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Summer in the Midwest brings sunshine, green landscapes, and plenty of outdoor fun—but it also comes with a few health and safety risks to keep in mind. Whether you're spending time on the water, at the park, or in your backyard, here are some essential tips to enjoy the season safely.
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Join us for this exciting episode as we explore these fantastic events that showcase the spirit of the Quad Cities.
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Rahm Emanuel, former Member of Congress, Chicago Mayor, and Ambassador to Japan who also served in the Clinton and Obama administrations, talks about how to revitalize the Democratic party, whether the party is still a 'big tent' party, NAFTA and free trade agreements, education and whether the Iowa caucuses should again lead off the presidential nominating process.
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The state program serves as an alternative to the federal Electronic Benefits Transfer program, which provides funds directly to families.
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Grayson will stand trial this fall for murder in the death of Sonya Massey.
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Illinois Republicans mock Pritzker’s approval of 2021 Democrat-leaning maps
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Suit alleges Illinois fails to properly maintain registration lists
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Abe Scarr, Illinois Public Interest Research Group state director, said the massive increase will “impact countless families across the state," as 1.5 million State Farm policyholders will be impacted by the near half-billion rate hike — a 27% increase.
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A baby born at a University of Iowa Health Care hospital in Iowa City has been named the Guinness World Records titleholder for most premature baby. Nash Keen is now 1 year old and doing better than anyone expected after facing what experts had previously called impossible odds.
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Kevin Negaard started Sioux City's Miracle League 10 years ago and sought a creative way to continue supporting the nonprofit through a baseball-related fundraiser.
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says the couple lied 12 years ago when they claimed to have no children.
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Dozens of protesters in Des Moines joined a nationwide day of "Good Trouble" rallies to stand against Trump administration policies they say "criminalize our communities, roll back our rights and slash vital public programs."
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is developing a framework for assessing drought in a changing climate. It's a difficult task, as what's considered drought is often situational.
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Data centers are expanding across the central U.S. to meet growing demand for artificial intelligence. That's raising concerns about growing energy demand and freshwater usage.
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Soil and Water Conservation Districts have worked with farmers for decades in every U.S. state to reduce soil erosion and promote conservation. After two years of funding cuts in Illinois, conservation advocates worry that soil health could suffer – and dust storms could become a greater risk.
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A new rule removes race and gender considerations from federal farm programs. The move comes after the Trump administration terminated or paused millions of dollars worth of funding meant to support small farmers and ranchers, as well as diversity efforts.
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