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Illinois Requires Annual Severe Weather Drills At Schools
In case you’re wondering, after seeing the devastation in Oklahoma this week, Illinois schools are required by the State Board of Education to conduct severe weather drills once a year.
Local Storm Chaser Describes ‘Sickening, Deafening Roar’ Of Oklahoma Tornado
A south suburban man whose hobby is chasing storms was in Moore, Okla., on Monday when a massive tornado devastated the town, killing at least 24 people.
Deadly Oklahoma Tornado Serves As Reminder To Prepare For Disasters
“Tornado sheltering basics involved three steps – get in, get down and cover-up. The overall goal is to avoid flying and falling debris by putting as many barriers between you and the tornado as possible,” according to one expert at the National Weather Service in Norman, Oklahoma.
Chicago Red Cross Joining Tornado Relief Effort In Oklahoma
The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago has begun mobilizing to help with the relief effort in Oklahoma, after a devastating tornado killed dozens of people.
Thunder Overtake Bulls 97-91
Kevin Durant scored eight of his 24 points in the fourth quarter and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Chicago Bulls 97-91 on Thursday night.
No. 5 Irish Stay Unbeaten, Top No. 8 Sooners 30-13
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Everett Golson threw for 177 yards and plunged in for the decisive 1-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter, Manti Te’o bolstered his Heisman Trophy candidacy with a late interception and No. […]
Oklahoma Church-Bombing Suspect Has Ties To Chicago Area
Gregory A. Weiler, 23, has been arrested for allegedly trying to fire-bomb dozens of churches in Miami, Oklahoma.
Plane Makes Emergency Landing, Slides Off Runway At O’Hare
An American Eagle commuter plane slid off the runway during an emergency landing at O’Hare International Airport Thursday morning, just a day after the very same plane made an emergency landing at the airport.
Super Tuesday Preview: Romney Hopes To Regain Front-Runner Status
Super Tuesday is seen as a major turning point in the 2012 Republican Presidential Primary race; Mitt Romney hopes to extend his delegate lead and finally cement his front-runner status with multiple wins across the country.
Former Bears DT Tommie Harris’ Wife Dies At 29
It is a tragic morning for former Bears Pro-Bowler Tommie Harris, as his wife died Sunday in Oklahoma.
Bernstein: Weber To Oklahoma Would Make Sense
Today’s story involves whether Bruce Weber is going to leave Illinois for Oklahoma.
Report: Oklahoma Wants Weber For Coach
A published report says Illini basketball coach Bruce Weber may be looking to leave for Oklahoma.
Joe O’s College Pick 6: Week 8
By Joe Ostrowski– #7 Michigan St(7-0, 3-0) @ Northwestern(5-1, 1-1) MSU favored by 5 It’s very easy to fall into the trap of taking the Wildcats to hand Sparty their first loss of the season. […]
New NCAA President favors tougher punishment for rule-breakers
INDIANAPOLIS — Incoming NCAA President Mark Emmert wants to get tough on rule-breakers. He also wants the governing body to get cozier with pro sports leagues and players’ unions. Sound like a strange combination? Emmert […]
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