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Illinois representatives sound off on failure of federal farm bill

SPRINGFIELD (Illinois News Network) -- A new farm bill faces an uncertain future after conservative House Republicans wanting a vote on an unrelated immigration bill joined Democrats in defeating the legislation. Between Democrats opposing work requirements for food stamp recipients and conservative Republicans wanting a vote on a tougher immigration bill, they had enough votes to sink the farm bill. The 600-page legislation would renew the federal laws on farmer subsidy programs like reimbursement for crop insurance, but the biggest […]

todayMay 23, 2018 19

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Business & Lifestyle

McDonald’s is bringing back a sauce that led to riots

OAK BROOK, Ill. (Heartland Newsfeed) -- A product featured on popular animated television program Rick & Morty, which triggered multiple riots in 2017, is prepared to make a comeback in 2018. McDonald's announced in a recent statement that they are bringing back Szechuan sauce and will ship out 20 million packets to all U.S.-based restaurants. The condiment was initially served in 1998 to promote the movie Mulan. Rick & Morty, a science-fiction comedy cartoon which airs on Turner Broadcasting's Adult […]

todayFebruary 25, 2018 3

Automotive News

Anheuser-Busch orders 40 new electric Tesla semis

ST. LOUIS (UPI) -- To reduce its carbon footprint, beer maker Anheuser-Busch said Thursday it's ordered 40 new, fully electric Tesla semis equipped with a semi-autonomous pilot system. The company said the 500-mile-range hauler, unveiled last month, will be used for shipments within 150 to 200 miles of its brewery locations. Tesla CEO Elon Musk said last month the rig drives like a sports car and "will blow your mind clear out of your skull and into an alternate dimension." James Sembrot, Anheuser-Busch senior director of […]

todayDecember 7, 2017 7

Business & Lifestyle

Chicago’s Best BBQ refutes false media reports about their business

CHICAGO (Heartland Newsfeed) -- A restaurant which has been active in Chicago's 34th Ward for the past three decades is fighting back against false media reports and "fake news" which has recently been levied against the business. In a press release made available Thursday, Best BBQ has proudly provided quality products and service to their customers since the late 1980s and expect to be around for the next three decades with continued support from the community. The release refutes the […]

todayDecember 1, 2017 7

Food & Drink News

State fire marshal offers Thanksgiving safety tips

CHICAGO (Heartland Newsfeed) – This Thanksgiving, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) urges Illinoisans to be mindful when preparing Thanksgiving dinner. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving Day than any other day of the year. In 2015, fire departments responded to over 1,760 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving. “Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate with family and friends. The last thing we want to see is your holiday ruined […]

todayNovember 22, 2017 4

Business & Lifestyle

Committee seeking to improve properties in Nokomis with community gardens meeting October 24

NOKOMIS (Heartland Newsfeed) -- A steering committee called Nokomis Community Gardens will be meeting at Ugly Mugs Coffeehouse on Tuesday, October 24 at 7 p.m. The interim chair of the committee, former chef Harrison "Skip" Graden, is seeking to establish solutions to the eyesores of empty lots around the City of Nokomis as part of a mission to beautify the city, but also give back to the community at the same time. The meeting will discuss the various eyesore properties […]

todayOctober 9, 2017 8

Business & Lifestyle

McDonald’s employee arrested for serving ‘Happy’ Meals with cocaine

BRONX, NY (Heartland Newsfeed) -- According to a report from the New York Post, a McDonald's night shift manager in the Bronx was arrested Wednesday for serving a side of cocaine with Happy Meals. Actions made by Frank Guerrero came to light following a three-month undercover police investigation, coined "Operation Off The Menu." “The conduct was so blatant it would be comical if he weren’t committing a serious narcotics crime,” the city’s Special Narcotics Prosecutor Bridget G. Brennan said. “Ordering coke […]

todayOctober 5, 2017 2

Business & Lifestyle

Lawsuit alleges Poland Spring water isn’t from a spring

STAMFORD, Conn. (UPI) -- A lawsuit filed in Federal court in Connecticut claims Poland Spring water is not actually from a spring and is "common groundwater." The suit alleges the bottled water comes from wells in populated areas, some of which are located near landfills and other potential sources of contamination. Stamford, Conn.,-based Nestle Waters North America, the parent company of Poland Spring, denied the suit has any merit and said the eight springs where Poland Spring water originates meet the […]

todayAugust 19, 2017 6

Business & Lifestyle

Venezuela leader Maduro wants to meet Trump in NYC

CARACAS/WASHINGTON (UPI) -- Amid his country's ongoing economic and political crises, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro -- a frequent critic of the United States -- has called for a face-to-face meeting with President Donald Trump. Maduro on Thursday addressed the 545-member Constituent Assembly, which was formed recently to make changes to Venezuela's constitution despite accusations the body will tighten Maduro's grip on power. In his remarks, the Venezuelan leader asked for a "personal conversation" with Trump when they gather in New York City next month at the […]

todayAugust 11, 2017 4

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