Illinois quick hits: Southwest to lay off 107 as O’Hare service ends
Southwest to lay off 107 as O’Hare service ends
According to an Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act notice, 107 Southwest Airlines workers will be losing their jobs at O’Hare International Airport in Chicago.
The notice follows Southwest’s announcement last month that it would no longer operate at O’Hare. The airline continues to serve Chicago at Midway Airport.
Man charged with killing son in East St. Louis
A Summerfield man is charged with fatally shooting his son in East St. Louis last Friday.
Anthony L. Powe, 49, was charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder after police said Devonta A.
McCray, 31, of Belleville, was found deceased in a vehicle and a second person was found with injuries nearby.
20 arrested in Metro East crime detail
A two-day crime suppression detail in St. Clair and Madison counties last week led to 20 arrests, 42 criminal charges and 12 firearms seized. Illinois State Police say the effort was focused on East St. Louis and neighboring Metro East communities last Wednesday and Thursday.
Mostly Clear
Latest News Stories
Oppenheimer’s grandson supports nuclear energy bill
Trump expresses frustration with NATO as Rutte praises the president
Ex-fire chief sues Los Angeles mayor for defamation
Over $10 billion U.S. taxpayer dollars spent on improper SNAP payments in 2025
Teachers unions call for special session, more money
Illinois Quick Hits: Bond, TIF money helps fund Chicago neighborhood grants
Trump won’t sign bipartisan housing bill, reignites voter ID debate
Poll: Two thirds say gas prices will shape their November vote
Pritzker approves law sealing reproductive medical records past state lines
Attorney general candidates see drought, Trump as issues
Trump dispels Iran rumors, calls out Senate for approval of War Powers Act
Data centers can benefit taxpayers, group says
