Illinois hasn't seen this many cases of a highly-infectious disease in recent memory and the state is mystified why 2024 has suddenly seen spikes yet again of what can be for many a very serious problem.
You might feel like you can say anything you want on social media since this is a free country because of that free speech thing without any repercussions. Guess again. I found video proof that the FBI can knock on your Missouri door over something you shared on Facebook. It happens all the time.
If you've ever wanted to see a bear close up, you should see video that was shared by a driver in Wright County, Missouri who realized that just outside their window, a curious bear was staring right at them.
It's not breaking news that there are underground tunnels in Missouri. I have truck drivers in my family and friend circle that have delivered cargo there. But, there are apparently tunnels the public does not have access to and new theories claim they have sinister purposes. Let's see if there's any provable truth hiding behind those theories.
In years past, Illinois has represented itself very well on lists of the best schools in the country, and this year is no exception. We often hear about the worst places, so it's nice to see a spotlight placed on those schools that are doing right by their students and their families.
When the news broke last month that Dollar Tree, owner of Family Dollar stores, would be closing up to 1,000 Family Dollar locations, they didn't say which stores would be in line for permanent shuttering. Now, that information is starting to trickle out, including the announcement of the first Family Dollar stores in Illinois set for closure.
Before America declared its independence, there was already a city in Missouri. As a matter of fact, the first settlement in Missouri predates the founding of this country by almost five decades.