In honor of all the words flying around at the DNC, here are 10 quotations by politicians. Which are real, and which are from the movies?
Who said it? Kamala Harris, J.D. Vance or Betty Boop? A Tribune quiz on quotes from politicians
Day: August 21, 2024
McHenry man dies from injuries suffered in Aug. 19 motorcycle accident
A McHenry man has died from injuries he received in a motorcycle accident this past weekend, the Lake County Coroner’s Office said Wednesday.
RFK Jr. to speak Friday amid speculation he’ll drop independent presidential bid and support Trump
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will speak Friday “about the present historical moment and his path forward,” his campaign announced Wednesday, fueling growing speculation that Kennedy could drop out and support Republican nominee Donald Trump.
Naperville high school journalists work as credentialed media to cover DNC from a youth perspective
Naperville Central and Metea Valley students were among more than 40 high school journalists from across Illinois chosen to report on the DNC in Chicago as fully credentialed media this week, the largest youth coverage there’s ever been in convention history, according to the local host committee.
Canada’s two major freight railroads may stop Thursday if contract dispute isn’t resolved
Canada’s two major freight railroads could halt their trains Thursday if they can’t agree to renewed contracts with the union representing their engineers, conductors and dispatchers.
Harvey Historical Society at odds with officials over city demolition plans
Ryan Sinwelski, of the Harvey Historical Society, said leaders often allow buildings to deteriorate until demolition is necessary.
Elgin News Digest: Carpentersville water bills include dog leasing reminder; petitions for Elgin Community College Board seats available; Dundee Township Rotary Club Fido Fest set for Saturday
Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.
Members of ‘The Squad,’ demand Palestinian American get a speaking slot at DNC
Group include Chicago Teachers Union representatives and two members of Congress’ ‘The Squad.’
Dem governor candidate Jennifer McCormick releases property tax plan for Hoosiers
Democratic candidate for governor Jennifer McCormick released her property tax plan last week, which an Indiana University economics professor said addresses concerns taxpayers have raised.
4 things to watch in the Chicago Bears’ preseason finale Thursday, including quarterback depth and final auditions
The Chicago Bears-Kansas City Chiefs preseason finale Thursday will center on players down the depth chart who are fighting for a roster spot or auditioning for other organizations.