As Eileen O’Neill Burke’s lead over Clayton Harris III for state’s attorney stayed roughly the same Tuesday, both campaigns looked to expected vote tallies on Wednesday and Thursday to provide clarity in the Democratic primary race. But whether that results in a winner or a call for a recount remains to be seen. City and… Continue reading O’Neill Burke maintains narrow lead over Harris for state’s attorney
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As mail-in numbers dwindle, O’Neill Burke’s lead over Harris in state’s attorney’s race is trimmed again
With the universe of returning mail-in ballots from the city and suburbs slowing considerably, retired Appellate Justice Eileen O’Neill Burke’s lead dipped below 1,700 votes Monday over university lecturer and government official Clayton Harris III in the Democratic primary for Cook County state’s attorney. Harris on Monday afternoon registered just 1,643 votes behind O’Neill Burke… Continue reading As mail-in numbers dwindle, O’Neill Burke’s lead over Harris in state’s attorney’s race is trimmed again
What to know about lead in cinnamon applesauce pouches
Every so often, parents hear scary news that lead or other metals have been found in baby foods made with rice, fruit or vegetables. Recently, the Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned people not to eat certain brands of cinnamon applesauce pouches because they had lead in them. As… Continue reading What to know about lead in cinnamon applesauce pouches
Steve Harwell, Former Lead Singer of Smash Mouth, Dead at 56
Photo: Earl Gibson III/WireImage A day after news broke that he was in hospice care, former Smash Mouth lead singer Steve Harwell has died. He was 56. According to the New York Times, the cause of death was liver failure. Harwell’s brought a gravelly slam poet energy to Smash Mouth, who first attained mainstream attention… Continue reading Steve Harwell, Former Lead Singer of Smash Mouth, Dead at 56