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Pres. Trump fires BLS commissioner after jobs report Days after announcing her firing in August, President Trump accused the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) of inflating job numbers to an “all-time high” before the U.S. presidential election. LiveNOW’s Andrew Craft is learning about what the President calls “a scam” with Paul Mueller, a Senior Research Fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research. Unemployment ticked up last month, with employers adding just 22,000 jobs amid uncertainty over the U.S. economy. According to the Labor Department, the number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits — a proxy for layoffs…
VERNON HILLS, Ill. – An investigation has been launched after antisemitic graffiti was found on the property of a synagogue over the weekend in the north suburbs. On Tuesday, Vernon Hills police were called to Congregation Or Shalom Synagogue at 21 W. Hawthorn Parkway for reports of graffiti found on the property. Investigators determined the vandalism happened around 8:30 p.m. on Sunday when one person painted a phallic symbol on the synagogue parking lot and “hate Jews” on a retaining wall that faced the place of worship. Vernon Hills police, synagogue staff and other investigators are “aggressively pursuing leads to…
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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – A former Arlington Heights elementary school nurse has been sentenced to jail time after pleading guilty to misappropriating medications prescribed to students. What we know: Tory Eitz, 48, was sentenced Thursday to 180 days in Cook County Jail, with 90 days to be served in the jail’s drug treatment program. Eitz will also serve 30 months of probation, undergo drug testing and is barred from certain health care jobs, including positions involving children. Her nursing license is under review. The backstory: Eitz was arrested in August 2024 following a months-long investigation at Westgate Elementary School. Police…
CHICAGO – An Aurora man was sentenced this week to decades in prison for enticing young girls to take sexually explicit photos of themselves and send them to him. What we know: Federal prosecutors said Richard Barnett pretended to be 12 or 13 years old when he contacted the girls online and either asked or demanded they send him sexual images of themselves. Many of the girls were nine to 13 years old, and Barnett would sometimes threaten the victims with physical harm so they would comply, including telling one girl he would kidnap, assault and murder her. The 46-year-old…
The community of Utah is mourning the loss of Jason Hargett, a beloved brother, friend, and confidant. Known for his humor, kindness, and unwavering support for those around him, Jason’s passing has left a void that will be deeply felt by all who knew him. What Happened Jason Hargett, aged [insert age], passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of joy, laughter, and connection. His untimely death has shocked his family, friends, and colleagues, who are all grappling with the loss of someone who meant so much to them. Who Was Jason Hargett? Jason was a man who lived life…
With deep sorrow and heartfelt respect, we share the passing of Larry Eckelman, a beloved wildland firefighter, mentor, and family man. Larry passed away on the afternoon of Monday, September 8, 2025, after a period of health complications. He was surrounded by his loving family and close friends in his final moments — a testament to the deep relationships he built throughout his life. What Happened Larry Eckelman’s passing marks the loss of a dedicated professional who touched the lives of everyone he encountered. Known for his bravery and leadership in the wildland fire community, Larry’s career was a beacon…
At least 15 people were tragically killed in Sri Lanka after a passenger bus plunged into a deep precipice in the eastern part of the country. The accident occurred near the town of Wellawaya on the night of Thursday, September 4, 2025. What Happened According to officials, the bus fell off a 1000-foot precipice after the driver lost control of the vehicle. The crash occurred on the Ella-Wellawaya main road, a mountainous region about 280 kilometers (174 miles) east of Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. The bus was reportedly traveling at a high speed when it collided with a…
The Trump administration has filed a request with the U.S. Supreme Court, seeking to overturn lower court rulings that limit the president’s ability to remove members of independent agencies, specifically the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The case centers around President Trump’s attempt to dismiss FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter without cause, a move that has sparked significant legal debate. What Happened In early 2025, President Trump attempted to remove Rebecca Slaughter, an FTC commissioner. However, lower courts ruled that Slaughter could not be dismissed without a valid reason, such as misconduct or neglect of duties. These rulings were based on longstanding…
On Thursday, September 4, 2025, a senseless act of violence unfolded in the Hollow Water First Nation community, located about 120 miles northeast of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The incident resulted in the tragic deaths of two individuals, including the suspect, and left several others injured. What Happened The early morning stabbing spree saw an 18-year-old woman tragically killed, and her 26-year-old brother, Tyrone Simard, identified as the primary suspect in the attack. After the stabbings, Simard attempted to flee the scene in a stolen vehicle but was involved in a car crash with a responding officer. Simard succumbed to his injuries…