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“It was the biggest country music concert in history,” the Tribune wrote the day after the first Farm Aid on Sept. 22, 1985. “For more than 14 hours Memorial Stadium on the University of Illinois campus was transformed into Rockabilly Heaven before a rain-soaked but spirited crowd of about 78,000 and a national television audience estimated at more than 24 million.” The event was the brainchild of country singer Willie Nelson, who was inspired by fellow musician Bob Dylan to hold a concert to raise money for American farmers. Just as American farmers today are struggling to balance tariff uncertainty…
ILLINOIS – Former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar has died at the age of 79. Edgar, who served as governor from 1991 to 1999. What we know: He had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in February. He underwent treatment in Arizona and Illinois. Edgar, originally from Charleston, Illinois, served in state government for decades. He was first elected to the Illinois House of Representatives in 1976 and later served as Secretary of State before becoming governor in 1991. He was re-elected in 1994, winning 101 of the state’s 102 counties. Former Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka and former Illinois Gov. Jim…
Several people are recovering after nine cars were involved in a crash in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood on Sunday morning, police said. The crash happened at around 10:30 a.m. on the 3000 block of Frankford Avenue near Ann Street, according to police. Investigators said at least seven people were injured in the multi-vehicle crash and were brought to nearby hospitals. All of the crash victims are said to be stable, according to police. CBS Philadelphia was on the scene, where car parts could be seen scattered in the street, surrounded by yellow warning tape. The Crash Investigation District is overseeing the…
For more than two centuries, amendments have allowed our Constitution to grow with the country. The 13th Amendment, for instance put an end to slavery, while the 19th gave women the vote. It was intended to be amended. But you have to go back more than 50 years to find a meaningful change to the Constitution. Asked how long we can work as a country without updating the Constitution, Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, replied, “The real fear that the founders had was that we would stop listening to each other. They thought…
The 2025 Emmy Awards are finally here. Tonight, the stars of TV will gather to celebrate the year’s biggest shows, unforgettable performances and standout actors. From the red carpet glamour to the emotional and inspiring acceptance speeches, the Emmys are the ultimate night to see who will take home one of the most coveted awards in entertainment. Viewers are especially eager to see if the fan favorites and critically acclaimed shows sweep the evening, and with streaming and cable options, there’s no reason to miss a single moment. Whether you’re eager to catch the Emmy nominees, the red carpet fashion…
That was tough. The Chicago Bears went into Ford Field and got waxed. The Lions wasted little time getting on the scoreboard early and often. Here are our takeaways from the Bears’ dismal, 51-21 blow out loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 2. The Bears’ offensive line has work to do Much was made of the Bears’ efforts to remake their offensive line. Getting Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman and Jonah Jackson was a good start. They have much more work to do before they’re considered much improved from last year. The 2024 offensive line was brutal. This unit will…
That was ugly. Here’s how we grade the Chicago Bears in their Week 2 blowout loss against Detroit. Bears offense Week 2 brought another week of mixed reviews for the offense. When they were on rhythm, they were moving the football. But as soon as something got them off kilter, the Bears’ offense disappeared. There were way too many of those plays, and not enough successful plays. Back to the drawing board goes Ben Johnson. Grade: F Bears Defense The Lions got back on track. The defense struggled all game. Jared Goff nearly passed for 200 yards at halftime. Detroit…
CHICAGO – Two men were charged with armed robbery and battery of a 41-year-old man while riding on the train in the Fuller Park neighborhood, according to Chicago police. What we know: Shannon Stephens, 23, of Chicago, and Jamarion Gray, 21, of Hazel Crest, were arrested on Sept. 12 at 2:15 a.m. in the 200 block of W. 46th Street and at 2:03 a.m. in the 200 block of W. 47th Street. They were identified as the suspects who, minutes earlier, battered and robbed a 41-year-old man while he was riding the train in the 200 block of W.…
CHICAGO – Cook County sheriff’s police recovered a loaded gun and about 77 grams of suspected cocaine from a man during foot patrols in the South Loop. Michael Mayo, 35, was arrested and charged with aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon, armed violence, possession of cocaine, and possession with intent to deliver, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Michael Mayo (Cook County Sheriff’s Office) What we know: Around 1:15 p.m. on Sept. 8, the sheriff’s deputies were near Roosevelt Road and South State Street when they smelled burnt cannabis and saw the suspect trying to put out a hand-rolled…
In the summer of 2024, the central Idaho town of Stanley narrowly avoided destruction when two wildfires – the Bench Lake and Wapiti fires – came dangerously close to wiping it off the map. The survival of this beloved tourist destination, including the historic Redfish Lake Lodge, stands as a testament to heroic firefighting efforts and the unpredictable forces of nature. What Happened During a wildfire season described as “unprecedented,” Stanley, Idaho, and the nearby Redfish Lake Lodge found themselves in the direct path of the Bench Lake and Wapiti fires. The fires, fueled by dry conditions and record-setting heat,…