State Wide Test Scores on the Rise
For the first time under a new scoring system, more than half of all students statewide scored proficient or better in English language arts. However, math scores continue to lag behind — with only about 38 percent
Governor J.B. Pritzker Declares an Agricultural Trade Crises
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has declared an agricultural trade crisis in the state. Pritzker signed an executive order Wednesday at a farm in Taylorville, saying the move is meant to support farmers who’ve been struggling under what
Herman’s Music Minute for October 30th
On this day in music history… In 2010, then-Comedy Central hosts Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert joined forces to organize and host the Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for second-straight time, marking lowest level in three years
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday lowered its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points — its second cut of the year — as policymakers attempt to steady an economy grappling with slowing job growth, elevated inflation, and
Widespread devastation in Jamaica, ‘significant’ damage in Cuba as Hurricane Melissa heads towards Bahamas
Hurricane Melissa has left a trail of devastation across the Caribbean, killing more than 30 people and causing widespread destruction as it continues its path toward the Bahamas. The storm, which struck Jamaica on Tuesday as a
Eric Clapton expands ‘Journeyman’ for deluxe edition featuring four bonus songs
A remastered special edition of Eric Clapton’s 1989 album Journeyman is set for release, featuring four new bonus tracks. Journeyman: Deluxe Edition will be available digitally, on CD, and on 2 LP on November 21st. The album
Chappell Roan, The Killers, En Vogue among the newly added guests at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced that Chappell Roan, The Killers and En Vogue are among those who have joined the lineup of performers and presenters to honor the 2025 inductees at the 40th Rock