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CARMI — A tornado packing estimated peak winds of 100 mph damaged at least a dozen homes in southeastern Illinois, the National Weather Service said Thursday.
The EF-1 tornado struck the city of Carmi shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday, the weather service said. It traveled 7.9 miles and had a maximum width of 400 yards.
At least 12 houses had shingle damage, and a few sheds had extensive damage, including one that was destroyed, the weather service said. Dozens of trees were uprooted or snapped and utility poles and lines were down along the path of the twister.
No one was injured.
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Heartland looking for short film submissions
NORMAL — Heartland Community College is now accepting short film submissions that will be showcased as part of a college film festival on May 5.
The festival presents student and alumni work to later be judged by a panel of Heartland professors, with prizes awarded.
All current and former students are eligible. Films can be of any genre including live-action, animation, documentary and experimental. Films are recommended to be under five minutes.
The submission deadline is April 22.
Email Adam.Scott@heartland.edu with your submission or with questions.
Poco a Poco Young Artist program seeking applicants
STREATOR — The Poco a Poco Young Artist program is now accepting artist applications through April 30.
The program provides hands-on training for young musicians currently in grades 8-12. Each student receives private voice lessons and sings in the Festival and Community Choirs, however it is not necessary for a student's primary instrument to be voice.
Core classes include piano and theory lessons, with electives ranging from African percussion, composition, conducting, Chinese meditation practices, movement and more.
Students will receive over 35 hours of training from world-class faculty in private sessions and small group classes, while participating in master classes, round table discussions and concerts that are free and open to the public.
Executive Director Kate Tombaugh creates personalized schedules and assigns a solo for each student, and the faculty to student ratio is one to three. Over the last five years, the program has trained 68 young artists from 27 different schools including homeschool. 56 percent of artists have chosen to return to Poco a Poco for a second year of training or more.
This year's festival will be June 18-25 in Streator. Young artist training days will occur June 18 and June 20-25. Special events will include a faculty concert, the student showcase, community concert and a closing performance with the Chicago Stout Section Big Band in the Streator City Park.
Tuition is $295. Financial assistance is available through local foundations and school booster programs, as well as private donors.
Visit pocoapoco.org to fill out the application. Call 309-830-6103 or email pocoapocoarts@gmail.com for more information.
Peoria Municipal Band seeking new members
PEORIA — The Peoria Municipal Band is seeking new instrumentalists and vocalists to perform during their 2022 summer season.
Instrumentalists are being sought as full and part time members. Musicians must have graduated from high school and possess strong sight-reading skills. The auditions will consist principally of scales and sight-reading.
Vocalists should be high school graduates and have experience in solo singing. Vocalists perform literature from the classical repertoire as well as that of the opera and musical theater. Auditions will consist of two solo songs and the National Anthem by memory.
For those who are interested in receiving an application form should contact the conductor Dr. David Vroman at dvroman@bradley.edu.
The Peoria Municipal Band is one of the leading community performing ensembles and performs for thousands of people each summer at their concerts in the Glen Oak Amphitheater.
Abraham Lincoln President Library and Museum to host sensory-friendly event
SPRINGFIELD — The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will host a free "sensory friendly" event for people who can be overwhelmed by intense light, strong sounds and large crowds on Saturday, April 2 from 4-7 p.m.
This event is part of the museum's "Abe for All" initiative to make the museum more welcoming for everyone.
Anyone is welcome to attend, but the goal of the event is to gather feedback on how to improve guest experiences, such as people on the autism spectrum, who may prefer a sensory-friendly atmosphere. Guests will have the opportunity to fill out surveys after the event to offer thoughts on what worked and what didn't.
During the event, audio will be lowered throughout the museum and lighting will be adjusted to reduce extremes and create a more fluid atmosphere. Touch tables and new activities will give guests more engagement opportunities.
A pre-visit preparation packet is available by calling 217-558-8844 or emailing ALPLM.GuestEntry@illinois.gov. The packet includes a social story and exhibit descriptions with photos.
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum to host author for speaker event
SPRINGFIELD — The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will welcome "Muslims of Heartland" author Edward Curtis to speak at 7 p.m. on April 7 as part of the "For the People" series, which features bold thinkers with unique insights into the people of America.
Curtis will discuss his book "How Syrian Immigrants Made Home in the American Midwest."
Visit PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov/events to reserve a free seat for the event.
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SPRINGFIELD – The state Senate on Thursday advanced a measure to create a task force to study electric grid reliability in light of the 2021 passage of the energy regulatory overhaul bill known as the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act.
A House committee, meanwhile, began preliminary conversations about lifting the ban on new nuclear developments in Illinois.
The unpaid, 33-member task force outlined in Senate Bill 1104 would be known as the Illinois Regional Generation Reliability Task Force. It passed 32-15 in a bipartisan vote, although several Democrats voted against the measure. It still needs approval in the House.
The task force would study the effect of state laws, including CEJA, on energy prices as well as grid reliability. It would also study ways to deploy new technologies and ways to “improve” the power supply mix, among other tasks.
It wouldn’t have authority to create any new laws or regulations, but it would report to the General Assembly by Feb. 1, 2023, and each year thereafter.
Labor unions were among some of the prominent backers of the bill, according to witness slips filed on the General Assembly website, while the environmental group Illinois Sierra Club opposed the measure.
Task force makeup
The task force’s makeup was part of the reason the Sierra Club opposed it, according to chapter director Jack Darin, who said the task force wouldn’t be representative of the state.
The task force would be made up mostly of industry groups and lawmakers.
That includes three senators and representatives appointed by each of the chambers’ majority leaders and two senators and representatives appointed by the minority leaders. The governor would have an appointee as well.
Labor unions would have two members, one appointed by the Senate president, another by the House speaker.
The PJM regional transmission organization in northern Illinois and the MISO regional transmission organization in the rest of the state would each designate a member as well. Those are both federally-regulated multi-state organizations that oversee grid reliability and energy auctions for dozens of states. The independent market monitors of those organizations would each have a representative on the board as well.
Several business interests also would have a seat at the table.
Six different power generation companies would have a spot on the board – two appointed each by the Senate president and speaker and one each by each chamber’s minority leaders.
Other groups receiving a seat on the task force include: statewide retail, manufacturing, business and retiree associations; a representative from a minority-owned geothermal group; and two representatives from environmental law groups.
The directors or designees of the Illinois Power Agency, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and Illinois Commerce Commission would be on the task force as well.
CEJA response
CEJA was the sprawling energy bill passed last fall that aimed to decarbonize Illinois’ energy sector by 2050, requiring coal, gas and other fossil fuel generating plants to go offline on a staggered timeline.
Sen. Napoleon Harris, D-Harvey, carried the task force bill.
“I've talked to the opposition about some of their concerns, and their concerns was centered around potential rollbacks of CEJA,” he said. “I assured them that's not the intention of this task force, but more so to remain focused on testing the reliability of what we did, and to monitor the grid reliability and to develop the tools to evaluate the impact of those proposed policies.”
Darin, of the Sierra Club, noted he believed the task force function to be duplicative of CEJA, while some of the findings contained in the bill were contradictory of CEJA’s goals of making Illinois’ energy mix carbon free.
Darin said the federally-regulated PJM and MISO grids could override Illinois’ 2050 closure dates for fossil fuel plants if grid reliability were threatened.
When CEJA was passed late last year, its Democratic backers noted it specifically provides that the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, Illinois Commerce Commission and Illinois Power Agency conduct a study at five-year intervals to determine whether renewables and nuclear are doing enough for grid sustainability.
If they’re not, Rep. Robyn Gabel, an Evanston Democrat who was one of the lead negotiators in the House, said in September the agencies could decide to leave some of the coal- or gas-fired plants online.
Sen. Mike Hastings, D-Frankfort, who was a chief co-sponsor on the CEJA bill, echoed that sentiment in a September news conference.
“The first wave of plants to close would be 2030, and so 2025 we’ll start the planning process in terms of grid reliability,” Hastings said in a news conference following the bill’s passage. “And through that we’ll determine, based on the planned closures, what's the baseload generation going to be for the state of Illinois and we'll make an assessment at that point whether or not we have to extend certain timelines, or put other measures in place.”
Hastings supported the task force measure Thursday, noting in a floor speech that it’s “a bipartisan issue to ensure that the lights do go on.” The bill “should be a precursor” to look into new forms of energy, he said.
Sen. Sue Rezin, a Republican from Morris who voted for CEJA, praised the task force bill.
“We're not changing any of the negotiations from the last energy bill that we agreed on, worked on for two years,” she said. “But this is a task force to make sure that this state's energy portfolio has the mechanism to create reliability.”
Nuclear ban
The House had its own discussion on energy reliability, with Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, leading a discussion about lifting the state’s 1987 cap on new nuclear power developments.
In a conversation with Capitol News Illinois, Walker said the cap was put in place at a time when the dangers of carbon emissions were not as clear as they are today. Nuclear energy does not emit carbon.
Having the option to consider new nuclear developments, whether they are micro-reactors or large utility-scale plants, would be good to have as the state seeks to be carbon free by 2050, he said.
The discussion at the committee level was on a subject matter basis, meaning any decision to lift the cap would come at a future date.
32 unsolved crimes in Illinois
December 23, 1975 - Carol Rofstad
Carol Rofstad, who was 21 when she was killed, lived in Normal, IL while attending Illinois State University. She was found beaten unconscious about noon December 23, 1975, outside her sorority house at 602 S. Fell Street. The suspected murder weapon, an 18-inch piece of railroad tie, was found nearby. Rofstad wasn't found until roughly 12 hours after the attack. She died Christmas Eve as a result of head injuries.
Two men, one of whom carried a club, were seen between 10 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. on December 22, 1975. Both were white males and between the ages of 18 and 25.
At the time of the attack, most students had already left campus for the holiday break. Instead of returning to Elk Grove Village, though, Rofstad had stayed in the Twin Cities to work at a retail store. Money was found in her purse and there was no evidence of sexual assault. Two women, in the sorority house, neither saw nor heard anything unusual.
Anyone with information in this case can call the Normal Police Department at (309) 454-9526, or Crime Stoppers of McLean County at (309) 828-1111.
October 2,1976 - Unidentified Female
On October 2, 1976, a local farmer in unincorporated Seneca, IL, discovered the victim in a ditch along U.S. Route 6, 1/4 mile east of the LaSalle County line. The victim had died from a gun shot wound.
If anyone has any information, please contact Deputy Chief Coroner Brandon Johnson at The Grundy County Coroner's Office at 815-942-3792 or email: bjohnson@grundyco.org.
May 26, 1980 - Diana K. Smith
On May 26, 1980, Illinois State Police Investigations and the Rock Island County Sheriff's Office initiated a death investigation reference a white female (SMITH) found badly decomposed on the banks of the Rock River in Barstow, Illinois. Smith (Age 21) was last seen on May 20, 1980 leaving her house to go bowling in Rock Island.
Any persons associated with Smith, or who may have knowledge of her murder are encouraged to contact the Illinois State Police, Zone 2 Investigations at 815-632-4010, ext. 232.
March 30, 1984 - Lisa Ann Carnes
Lisa Carnes' body was found on March 30, 1984 in a field in rural Massac County near Macedonia Church Road and US Highway 45.
Anyone who has information that may be helpful in solving this crime is asked to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 7 Investigations at (618) 845-3740.
April 9, 1985 - Unidentified Male
On April 9, 1985, the Adams County Sheriff's Department was notified of the discovery of a deceased unidentified white male (approximately 20-30 years of age). The body was discovered by a private citizen. The body was located near an abandoned rock quarry on property rented by the Western IL Stone Company. This area is in the northwest portion of Adams County, IL (approximately 4 miles east of Meyer, IL) and is a rural area. The property was adjacent to County Road 0543E. Upon arrival officers of the ISP and Adams County Sheriff's Dept. observed the unidentified white male body which was partially covered. An autopsy was performed which concluded the cause of death was the result of multiple blunt trauma to the head and torso. The individual was found wearing "segefield" blue jeans, blue insulated underwear, gray socks (no shoes), a white printed t-shirt was located with the individual with the following printing "Captain Anderson's Restaurant Panama City Beach, FL." Investigators also noted a distinct tattoo on the victim's right forearm (a skeleton holding an inverted shotgun).
If anyone has any information regarding this case they can contact Illinois State Police, Zone 4 Investigations (217-285-2034) or the Adams County Sheriff's Department (217-227-2200).
May 20, 1986 - Kathleen A. Goebeler
On May 20, 1986, Illinois State Police (ISP) District 01 responded to an area of abandoned railroad tracks located on the south side of I-88, milepost 28.5, wherein a citizen had discovered the decomposed skeletal remains of a white female now identified as Kathleen A. Goebeler, DOB: 11-12-1956, 5'01", 105 pounds. Kathleen's maiden name is Johnson. Her last known address was Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania, which is a suburb of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Kathleen was last seen between April 11th and 18th, 1986, in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania.
It is known that Goebeler would hitchhike as a means of transportation. Goebeler was known to have worked in strip clubs in the Pittsburgh, Pa. area, Atlantic City, New Jersey area and possibly the northwest West Virginia area.
Geographic information regarding the area wherein the female was found: I-88 is an east/west toll way which connects the Quad Cities with Chicago, Illinois (very rural in nature). This location was approximately 120 miles west of Chicago. At the time of death, I-88 was still Illinois Route 5, a four lane highway. The body was found approximately 45' south of the roadway across a barbed wire fence in a sparsely wooded area.
The photo included with this unsolved crime information is a reconstructed photo.
If you have any information please contact Illinois State Police, Zone 2 Investigations at 815-632-4012 or call Crimestoppers at 309/762-9500.
July 20, 1990 - Unidentified Female
On July 20, 1990, at 1:25 p.m., an unidentified, white female body, approximately 5'4"-5'6" tall and 120-130lbs. in weight, was found in a bean field approximately 40 feet north of Lebanon Road, 1/10th of a mile west of the Troy and O'Fallon Road in Jarvis Township, Collinsville, Illinois. The victim's death resulted from multiple cutting and stab wounds to the neck and torso; her fallopian tubes, uterus and ovaries were missing. Evidence of surgical removal could not be determined. No defensive wounds were found on the victim. The body appeared to have been placed at the site two to three days prior to discovery. An image of a heart shaped turquoise ring she was wearing at the time of her discovery is attached, as well as a photograph of a reconstructive sculpture and artist interpretive sketch of her possible appearance before death.
Anyone with any information regarding the identification of the unidentified victim is urged to contact Madison County Sheriff's Department at 618/692-0871 or call Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS(8477).
October 4, 1990 - Robin Renea Abrams
Robin Renea Abrams was reported missing on October 4, 1990. Abrams was last seen at approximately 4:00 PM, in the area of Goodenow Road, in Beecher, Illinois. At the time of her disappearance, Abrams was 28 years old and was believed to be wearing a black leather jacket, a white, long sleeved, knit pullover, black patent leather shoes and a gold pinky ring. Abrams was also possibly carrying a small, light beige, patterned clutch purse. Abrams was last seen driving a Red 1989 Dodge Daytona Hatchback that was later recovered in Harvey, Illinois.
Anyone having information concerning the disappearance of Robin Renea Abrams should contact the Illinois State Police, Zone 3 Investigations Section at 815-726-6377
August 23, 1992 - Tammy J. Zywicki
On August 23, 1992, Tammy J. Zywicki departed Evanston, Illinois, for college in Grinnell, Iowa, where she was expected to arrive that evening. Later that day, Zywicki's car was found by an Illinois State Trooper and ticketed as being abandoned. On August 24, 1992, the vehicle was towed by the Illinois State Police. On that same evening, Zywicki's mother contacted the Illinois State Police and advised them that her daughter had not arrived at college. On September 1, 1992, Zywicki's body was located along Interstate Highway 44 (I-44) in rural Lawrence County, Missouri, which is located between Springfield and Joplin, Missouri. She had been stabbed to death.
Zywicki was reportedly last seen with her car, a 1985 Pontiac T100 with New Jersey license plates, on Interstate 80 at mile marker 83 in LaSalle County, Illinois, between 3:10 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on August 23, 1992. It was also reported that a tractor/trailer was seen near Zywicki's vehicle during this time period. The driver of the tractor/trailer is described as a white male between 35 and 40 years of age, over six feet tall, with dark, bushy hair. Some of the victim's personal property is known to be missing, including a Cannon 35mm camera and a musical wrist watch with an umbrella on its face and it played a tune.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 3 Investigations at (815) 726-6377.
January 27, 1993 - Unidentified Female
On January 27, 1993, the head of a white female was found in a wooded area in the Wayne Fitzgerald State Park in Jefferson County, Illinois. Postmortem examination revealed the victim had approximately shoulder length reddish-brown hair.
Analysis by the University of Illinois, Anthropology Department indicated the victim's age ranged between 30 to 50 years. Unusual skeletal characteristics of the skull and upper front cervical vertebrae indicate the victim suffered from chronic spasmodic torticollis or wryneck, a condition which causes stress on the muscles which are responsible for maintaining upright head posture. Evidence of a healed traumatic lesion on the skull suggests this condition may have been preceded by head trauma; this would have resulted in the victim maintaining a leftward tilt of the head.
Anyone with any information that would help identify this unidentified victim is urged to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 7 Investigations at 618-542-1137 or call Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS(8477).
June 29, 1993 - Keith L Brown
On Feb. 3, 1993, the wife of Keith L. Brown 34, of Buckner reported her husband was missing. Brown's blue 1989 Plymouth hatchback, (IL. Reg. KWA682) was located two days later in a remote area near Crab Orchard Lake in Williamson County. On June 29,1993, Brown's skeletal remains were found in a hay field near Crab Orchard Lake by a farmer. Brown had been shot several times.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 7 Investigations at (618)542-2171.
July 24, 1993 - Carmen Charneco
Carmen Charneco was found murdered on July 24, 1993 on Interstate 90 in Elgin, Illinois.
The Illinois State Police is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the apprehension of Edwin Acevedo Rodriguez, Male/Hispanic, 12/18/72. Rodriguez is a wanted fugitive who fled the Elgin area in July 1993 and is wanted for questioning in the death of Carmen Charneco. Rodriguez should be considered armed and dangerous. Rodriguez has a history of drugs and weapons and has been identified as a member of the street gang “Maniac Latin Disciples." Warrants for Parole Violation, Public Peace/Damage to Property/Mob Action, and Unlawful Flight to Avoid Confinement, have been issued for Rodriguez. Before any law enforcement action is taken, agencies should confirm the status of the warrants. The Illinois State Police will coordinate extradition proceedings if Rodriguez is apprehended anywhere. Rodriguez has relatives in and has been sighted in Brooklyn, Bronx, New York, New York and the areas surrounding Aguada, Aguadilla Puerto Rico. He was also sighted in Hialeah, Florida. Rodriguez is a Puerto Rican male, approximately 5 feet, 3 - 5 inches tall, with black hair and brown eyes. When last seen, his weight was approximately 132-150 pounds, but this description is dated. Rodriguez has several tattoos including ones on his left and right thighs, right arm, forearm, and shoulder. The attached photograph shows Rodriguez as he looked in 1993. No more recent information is available.
Anyone having information concerning this case should contact the Illinois State Police, Zone 1 Investigations at 847-294-4314. Any request for a tip to be from an anonymous source will be honored.
August 5, 1994 - Sherry Lewis
On August 5, 1994, 30-year-old Sherry L. Lewis, a Decatur realtor, was found deceased in a Macon County residence that was for sale which she had an appointment to show.
Anyone with information regarding the Lewis murder should contact the Macon County Sheriff's Office at (217) 424-1337.
The family of Sherry Lewis is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder. Contact the Illinois State Police, Zone 5 Investigations at 815/844-1500 or call Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS(8477).
October 10, 1994 - Jeffery W. Archer
Illinois State Police, District Chicago Investigations is seeking assistance regarding the death of Jeffery W. Archer. He was last seen leaving his 1990 Plymouth Voyager, Illinois Registration TU5880 on October 10, 1994, at approximately 5:00 p.m. in the area of 6900 South Wolf Road, Indian Head Park, Illinois. His body was recovered on October 16, 1994, from the Sanitary Shipping Canal, one mile east of Routes 83 and 171.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact ISP Zone 1 Investigations at (847) 608-3200 to provide any additional information.
August 13, 1995 - Phil Christensen
Phillip Christensen was found deceased on August 13, 1995 on Stouffer Road in rural Sterling, IL. An autopsy revealed he died of gunshot wounds. Christensen was a life-long resident of the Sterling-Rock Falls area and known to frequent many of the bars in that area. Many of Christensen's associates were interviewed at the time of his murder and some may have more information to offer.
Anyone with information regarding the murder of Phil Christensen is encouraged to contact the Illinois State police, Zone 2 Investigations at 815-632-4010, ext. 232.
November 1, 1995 - Shana M Jaros
The Illinois State Police, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, and the Nokomis Police Department are seeking assistance regarding the homicide of Shana Marie Jaros, of Nokomis, Illinois.
Just before 7:00 a.m., on November 1, 1995, Jaros' deceased body was discovered in her apartment of one week at 527 South Maple, Nokomis, Illinois. A neighbor reported she heard a scuffle in Jaros's apartment at approximately 4:46 a.m. on November 1, 1995. The neighbor did not observe anyone leaving the victim's apartment immediately thereafter.
Jaros received more than 50 stab-cutting wounds from just above her breasts to her neck. Death resulted from massive blood loss.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 6 Investigations at 217-324-2515, or Crimestoppers at 1-800-352-0136.
April 22, 1998 - Unidentified Male
On April 22, 1998, an unidentified male was found in a field near I-55 and Rt. 53 between the towns of Bolingbrook and Romeoville IL. He had been deceased for an estimated 2 to 5 years. He was wearing an extra large blue nylon Starter jacket, blue jeans and size 9 or 9 1/2 Nike shoes.
This person had a distinct overbite. Dental records are available for comparison. DNA profile has been established at the Illinois State Police Crime lab in Joliet IL, and is on file in CODIS.
The attached image is a facial/cranial reconstruction prepared by the FBI and is an approximation, not an exact replication, of the face and head.
Please contact Will County Coroner's Office at 815-727-8455.
April 25, 1998 - Jeremy "Chappy" Chappelear
On Saturday, April 25, 1998, at approximately 5:25 a.m., the body of 20-year- old Jeremy "Chappy" Chappelear was found on Buckeye Trail, 200 feet south of 4th Avenue, approximately 2.5 miles northeast of Donnellson, Illinois, by a fisherman en route to Coffeen Lake. Jeremy apparently died from being struck and/or run over by a vehicle.
Jeremy had last been seen around 2 a.m. (April 25, 1998) at a farmhouse party two miles away. Jeremy may have been making his 10-mile-walk home when killed.
If you have any information please contact Illinois State Police, Crash Reconstruction Unit at 618-542-1116, or Crime Stoppers 800/352-0136.
June 29, 1999 - Amy Warner
Amy Warner, a 23-year-old single mother of two, was killed June 29, 1999, in her home at 17 7th St. in Charleston, Illinois. No one has ever been charged with her stabbing death.
January 30, 2002 - Unidentified Female
On Wednesday, January 30, 2002, at approximately 4:30 p.m., the Illinois State Police responded to a complaint concerning the discovery of skeletal remains near mile marker 22 on Interstate 64. The complaint originated from workers of the Illinois Department of Transportation who were working in the vicinity and discovered the remains.
The skeletal remains were situated off the roadway on the east side of the Silver Creek overpass in rural Mascoutah, Illinois. At the direction of the St. Clair County Coroner’s office, the remains were transferred to St. Mary’s Hospital, East St. Louis, Illinois, where an autopsy was performed. The autopsy, performed by Dr. James Petterchak, revealed the following information: the deceased is believed to be an African-American female, approximately aged 20 to 30 years, with two rings on the left hand (one 14 ct. small gold band (size 7 1/4) and one costume style ring (size 6 ½) with a light blue colored tear shaped stone), wearing a black colored sleeveless one-piece Jason Matthews brand jumpsuit.
The autopsy could not determine the cause of the death and it is believed that the victim has been deceased for several months. Additional forensic examinations will be conducted to determine the identity of the woman.
Anyone with information concerning the identity of the victim or the circumstances surrounding her death are urged to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 6 Investigations at 618/346-3782, or Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS(8477).
March 11, 2002 - Unidentified Female
On March 11, 2002, at approximately 1:57 p.m., the Illinois State Police responded to a complaint concerning the discovery of human skeletal remains near mile post 23 on Interstate 70 (eastbound) near Collinsville, Illinois. The complaint originated from workers of the Illinois Department of Transportation who were working in the vicinity and discovered the remains.
The remains were removed from the scene and transported to the Madison County Morgue in Edwardsville, Illinois, where an autopsy was conducted on March 12, 2002. The autopsy did not determine a cause of death, however further examination by forensic anthropologists revealed the following information: The skeletal remains are of a black female, approximately 5'1" to 5'6" in height (5'3" believed to the most accurate).
There is no estimate of weight, and the approximate age is between 24-30 years old. It is believed the remains have been at this location for approximately 4-6 months. The skeletal remains were almost completely intact and clad in a pair of gray colored Second Skins brand shorts (size: medium) with rhinestones and a red and white colored check flannel style Tommy Hilfiger button down man's style shirt (size: XL). In addition, a man's style "gold" nugget style ring with two glass stones was found with the remains. The ring originally held four stones in the setting. The ring was determined to be costume jewelry and is a size 7 1/4. Also found were two bracelets. The one bracelet is a metal hoop, approximately 3 inches in diameter, smooth on one side with a channel on the other side. A ring of black onyx beads on elastic string fits into the channel bracelet. The second bracelet is a combination of three separate bracelets. The second bracelet has numerous plastic beads (yellow, green, black, mauve, and brown) strung with thin elastic string that could be stretched. The three separate bracelets were gathered by a single, oval shaped metallic ring with a small hole at one end that appeared to be for the purpose of hanging a charm.
On June 18, 2002, the Illinois State Police released computer recreation images of a black female victim that was originally discovered on March 11, 2002. The images reflect how the victim may have looked prior to her death.
Anyone with information concerning the identity of the victim or the circumstances surrounding her death are urged to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 6 Investigations at 618/346-3782, or Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS(8477).
March 28, 2002 - Unidentified Female
On Thursday, March 28, 2002, the Columbia Police Department along with the Major Case Squad began investigating the skeletal remains found on a creek bed on Route 3 near Gall Road in Columbia. Investigators located a green shirt with a large "M" and the word "Mavericks", in orange or yellow lettering, across the front of the shirt. The shirt also had two buttons at the top similar to a softball jersey. The shirt is an adult XL. Also at the scene were a pair of khaki colored size 3 "Chazzz Credentials" shorts.
A preliminary report by the Forensic Medical Investigator describes this person as a female, age 33 to 50, with African American ancestry, 5' 01" "give or take three inches", and believed to have children. The victim possibly had a scar across her forehead. Additional information will be available in the coming days.
The Medical Investigator believed the person has been deceased at least six months but no more than one year.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Columbia Police Department at 618-281-5151 or or call Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS(8477).
October 1, 2002 - Unidentified Female
The Illinois State Police, in cooperation with the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office and the Coroner’s Office, is seeking any information that may help identify the skeletal remains of a black female, which were found in October 2002 near the Will/Kankakee County Line, near Route 45. This reconstruction was done by a forensic artist, based on the remains. The woman was approximately 30-40 years old at the time of death and stood around 5 foot 3 inches tall. She is thought to have died in 2001. (The hairstyle and length is only an estimate.)
If you can provide any information about the possible identity of this person, or the circumstances of her death, please contact Illinois State Police, Zone 3 Investigations at (815) 698-2672. All information will be treated as confidential upon request.
March 26, 2003 - Dalton Mesarchik
On March 26, 2003, seven-year-old Streator resident Dalton Mesarchik was reported missing from the front yard of his home. The following day, Dalton's body was located in the Vermillion River. An intense, multi jurisdictional investigation ensued. Agents from the Streator Police Department, Livingston County Sheriff's Department, and Illinois State Police interviewed dozens of people and followed up on hundreds of leads in an attempt to identify the person responsible for Dalton's murder. Physical evidence from Dalton's body and the body recovery site was sent to the ISP Crime Lab for processing. View the press release announcing the Dalton Mesarchik Task Force.
Anyone with information of Dalton’s murder, the hammer used in the murder, or the location where Dalton’s body was found may contact: Illinois State Police - Dalton Mesarchik Task Force by telephone at 1-815-844-1500 (ext.2321) or email at daltonm@isp.state.il.us
May 26, 2003 - Unidentified Male
On May 30, 2003, the Illinois State Police began investigating a homicide in Brooklyn, IL. The vehicle and the victim were abandoned since Monday, May 26, 2003.
Victim believed to be a male/Hispanic, 18-25 years old, between 5'11" and 6', weighing 200-230 lbs. Clothing victim was wearing was a light blue or light green and white striped button up shirt, black jeans, black cowboy boots, and a black belt with silver attachments that resemble Southwestern Indian style jewelry. Sizes of the clothing are available. The jewelry the victim was wearing appears to be a good quality gold bracelet with the letters "ONO" raised and studded in diamonds. There is a flower on each side of "ONO" consisting of eight petals that are diamonds surrounding a center diamond. The victim was also wearing what appears to be a good quality large man's gold ring with a cluster of six diamonds surrounding a center diamond. Victim was wearing a silver Casio brand watch with digital numbers. The unidentified victim has a tattoo on the back of his right shoulder. Victim was found in the trunk of a red 1988 Dodge Dynasty with Kansas temporary tag.
Anyone with information concerning the identity of the victim or the circumstances surrounding his death are urged to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 6 Investigations at 618-346-3770 or call Crimestoppers at 1/800-371-TIPS(8477).
July 6, 2003 - Jone Knapton
On July 6, 2003, 47 year-old East Moline resident Jone Knapton was reported missing. Four days later, Jone's body was located in the Green River in rural Henry County. An intense, multi jurisdictional investigation ensued. Agents from the East Moline Police Department, Henry County Sheriff's Department, and Illinois State Police interviewed dozens of people and followed up on hundreds of leads in an attempt to identify the person responsible for Jone's murder.
Anyone having information concerning this case is urged to contact the Illinois State, Zone 2 Investigations at (309) 752-4915 or the Quad Cities Crime Stoppers: (309) 762-9500.
November 1, 2004 - LeAnne Taylor
LeAnne Taylor was last seen alive Thanksgiving weekend 2004. Her body was later found by IDOT workers on December 4, 2004, along Bypass 20 outside of Rockford, Illinois. A group of individuals familiar to Taylor have been identified. Some may be responsible for her death, or may have knowledge of her murder. Not all these individuals are associated with each other. The Illinois State Police is looking for people who knew Taylor and may have provided information in the past, but now have more to offer. Additionally, any individuals who did not come forward at the time of her death, but have information to offer, are encouraged to come forward now and speak with investigators.
Agents with the Illinois State Police, Zone 2 Investigations may be contacted at 815-632-4010, ext. 232.
January 6, 2005 - Unidentified Male
On January 6, 2005 at approximately 4 p.m., the body of a male white subject was recovered from the Illinois/Michigan Shipping Canal near Summit, Illinois. The subject is 5'9" in height, weighing 185 pounds between the ages of 50 and 60 years of age with balding brown hair and a mustache. At the time the subject was recovered, he was wearing a brown sweater, blue shirt, dark blue pants, a white t-shirt, and black size nine slip-on shoes. It is believed that the subject may have been homeless at the time.
Any person having information or questions are asked to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 1 Investigations at 847-294-4600. (Case # 05-10145DP)
April 5, 2007 - Barry Marcel Lowery
On Thursday, April 5, 2007 at approximately 5:20 a.m., Barry Marcel Lowery, was found shot to death inside his residence at 640 North 53rd Street in East St. Louis, Illinois.
Anyone with information about the murder of Lowery is asked to contact Illinois State Police, Zone 6 Investigations at (618) 346-3782 or St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers (www.stlrcs.org) at (866) 371-TIPS (8477). CrimeStoppers will pay up to $1000 for anonymous information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
January 28, 2008 - Mark Prasse
Northwest of Paris, Illinois and southwest of Chrisman, Illinois, was the site of the double homicide of Mark Prasse of Chrisman and Ryan Riddell of Villa Grove, who were found by police on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2008. Police suspect the two friends, both 32 at the time of their deaths, may have been victims of a targeted killing.
Story from jg-tc.com: https://jg-tc.com/news/double-murder-pair-apparently-shot-to-death-found-in-rural/article_1c1015a3-1e13-5e0f-809e-4d60dafae611.html
The double homicide is being investigated by the Illinois State Police’s crime scene services and investigations units, the Edgar County Sheriff’s Department and the Edgar County Coroner’s office. Anyone with information relative to the incident is asked to contact the Edgar County Sheriff’s Department at 465-4166.
Janury 28, 2008 - Ryan Riddell
Northwest of Paris, Illinois and southwest of Chrisman, Illinois, was the site of the double homicide of Mark Prasse of Chrisman and Ryan Riddell of Villa Grove, who were found by police on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2008. Police suspect the two friends, both 32 at the time of their deaths, may have been victims of a targeted killing.
Story from jg-tc.com: https://jg-tc.com/news/double-murder-pair-apparently-shot-to-death-found-in-rural/article_1c1015a3-1e13-5e0f-809e-4d60dafae611.html
The double homicide is being investigated by the Illinois State Police’s crime scene services and investigations units, the Edgar County Sheriff’s Department and the Edgar County Coroner’s office. Anyone with information relative to the incident is asked to contact the Edgar County Sheriff’s Department at 465-4166.
June 3, 2010 - Thomas Moore
On Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at approximately 10:40 p.m., Thomas D. Moore, an O'Fallon, IL resident, was found shot to death in the roadway in the 5700 Block of Portland Place in Washington Park, Illinois. Two black males were observed fleeing the scene in Moore's vehicle, which was found burned a short time later in Washington Park.
Anyone with information about Moore's murder should contact Illinois State Police, Zone 6 Investigations at (618) 346-3759 or call Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS(8477).
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BELLEVILLE - Most infant care programs and many other day cares have waitlists right now, in part due to staffing issues and licensing restrictions.
If you're lucky enough to find somewhere your child can go, how can you evaluate the program's quality?
ExceleRate Illinois provides parents with a framework to determine the quality of a facility based on its state licensure and whether it holds a bronze, silver or gold circle of quality.
You can use ExceleRate's search tool to find out whether the child care option you are considering holds a state license and/or a quality rating from the organization. Child care providers are designated as holding a circle of quality based on whether they meet guidelines for training, education, administrative standards and more.
Shauna Ejeh, senior vice president for Illinois Action for Children, recommended this tool and also said personal experience is important in choosing a facility.
"In the end, it's about whether or not your child is going to feel comfortable in that experience, and whether or not that environment is what you want for your child. Visiting either that home or that center, I think, is always critical in trying to understand whether or not it would be a good fit," Ejeh said.
ExceleRate's bronze circle of quality indicates a program's staff has completed ExceleRate Illinois trainings and meets qualifications related to continuous program improvement.
The silver circle means a program has reached certain qualifications in the three areas of learning environment and teaching quality, administrative standards and training/education.
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You can check a program's compliance with licensing requirements here, and a list of licensing requirements is also available online.
More advice about how to choose a child care provider is available from Child Care Aware.
Most popular girl names in the 60s in Illinois
What's in a name?
Every new parent faces the difficult decision of choosing the perfect name for a newborn. First names rarely get changed after being assigned and carry with them a wide range of meanings and associations. This creates a lot of pressure on expectant parents to pick the perfect moniker for their little ones.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, many parents end up choosing the same names over and over. Research suggests that we pick specific names implying desired characteristics about our children, selecting names for boys and girls intended to shape them. Male monikers are commonly inspired by political, cultural, and personal influences that suggest good, masculine, and well-rounded people.
The 1960s are commonly associated with tie-dye-clad hippies, psychedelic experimentation, and rock 'n' roll icons like the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. But underneath the flower power, free love exterior, the ‘60s were a period of radical social and political change—not only in the United States but around the world. The decade was one characterized by a host of juxtapositions; anger and fear over injustice and uneasy political conditions lived alongside notions of musical awakening and pacifist harmony.
Stacker compiled a list of the most popular baby names for boys in the ‘60s in Illinois using data from the Social Security Administration . Names are ranked by number of babies born. The names in this list represent the distinct intersection of Baby Boomer and Gen X and a reflection of some of the most well-known celebrities, musicians, and trends of the time. Keep reading to see if your name was among the most popular in the ‘60s in your home state.
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#50. Rhonda
Rhonda is a name of Welsh origin meaning "good lance".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,670
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 5 (#813 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #44
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 93,607
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#49. Rebecca
Rebecca is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "servant of God".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,721
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 589 (#219 most common name, -87.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #41
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 99,468
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#48. Cindy
Cindy is a name of Greek origin meaning "woman from Mount Kynthos".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,742
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 85 (#1109 (tie) most common name, -98.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #46
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 91,589
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#47. Melissa
Melissa is a name of Greek origin meaning "honey bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,767
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 655 (#192 most common name, -86.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #33
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 119,212
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#46. Jacqueline
Jacqueline is a name of French origin meaning "may God protect".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,812
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 600 (#213 most common name, -87.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #51
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 84,366
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#45. Jill
Jill is a name of English origin meaning "child of the gods".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,853
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 600 (#213 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #61
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 69,144
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#44. Maria
Maria is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "sea of bitterness".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,870
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,102 (#112 most common name, -77.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #49
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 88,642
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#43. Robin
Robin is a name of German origin meaning "fame-bright".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,979
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 65 (#1301 most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #34
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 118,322
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#42. Catherine
Catherine is a name of Greek origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,988
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 618 (#208 most common name, -87.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #56
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 76,791
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#41. Margaret
Margaret is a name of Greek origin meaning "pearl".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,466
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,170 (#104 most common name, -78.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #53
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 81,869
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#40. Tracy
Tracy is a name of Irish origin meaning "fighter".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,545
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 5 (#3152 (tie) most common name, -99.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #39
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 103,778
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#39. Janet
Janet is a name of Scottish origin meaning "God is gracious".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,686
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 73 (#1219 (tie) most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #47
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 89,307
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#38. Theresa
Theresa is a name of Greek origin meaning "late summer".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,774
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 92 (#1047 (tie) most common name, -98.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #42
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 97,120
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#37. Kathy
Kathy is a name of Greek origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,819
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 26 (#1910 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #40
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 101,119
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#36. Teresa
Teresa is a name of Greek origin meaning "huntress".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,201
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 195 (#577 most common name, -96.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #25
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 151,770
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#35. Carol
Carol is a name of German origin meaning "free man".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,597
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 55 (#1416 most common name, -99.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #38
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 112,341
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#34. Amy
Amy is a name of French origin meaning "beloved".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,751
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 605 (#210 most common name, -91.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #35
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 116,789
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#33. Kelly
Kelly is a name of Irish origin meaning "bright-headed".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,983
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 305 (#389 most common name, -95.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #30
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 128,078
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#32. Tina
Tina is a name of English origin meaning "river".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,013
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 13 (#2320 most common name, -99.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #31
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 126,385
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#31. Brenda
Brenda is a name of Norse origin meaning "sword".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,397
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 166 (#683 (tie) most common name, -97.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #19
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 164,483
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#30. Cheryl
Cheryl is a name of Greek origin meaning "cherry fruit".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,750
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 166 (#683 (tie) most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #28
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 135,650
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#29. Diane
Diane is a name of Latin origin meaning "divine".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,856
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 31 (#1789 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #36
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 114,441
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#28. Denise
Denise is a name of Greek origin meaning "to be devoted to Bacchus".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,053
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 185 (#604 (tie) most common name, -97.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #29
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 128,834
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#27. Tammy
Tammy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "palm tree".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,342
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 185 (#604 (tie) most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #13
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 182,218
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#26. Sharon
Sharon is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "a fertile plain".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,528
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 74 (#1210 most common name, -99.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #23
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 154,883
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#25. Angela
Angela is a name of Latin origin meaning "messenger of God".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,579
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 592 (#217 most common name, -93.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #22
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 159,248
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#24. Kathleen
Kathleen is a name of Irish origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,708
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 167 (#676 (tie) most common name, -98.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #32
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 120,967
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#23. Barbara
Barbara is a name of Greek origin meaning "foreign".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,928
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 104 (#978 (tie) most common name, -98.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #21
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 159,750
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#22. Nancy
Nancy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "grace".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,972
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 134 (#805 most common name, -98.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #26
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 142,707
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#21. Dawn
Dawn is a name of English origin meaning "daybreak".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,061
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 22 (#2011 most common name, -99.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #37
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 114,291
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#20. Debra
Debra is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,333
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 22 (#2011 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #24
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 153,776
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#19. Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "god is my oath".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,441
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 3,509 (#13 most common name, -62.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #17
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 168,897
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#18. Christine
Christine is a name of English origin meaning "follower of Christ".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,449
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 113 (#905 (tie) most common name, -98.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #27
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 139,333
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#17. Jennifer
Jennifer is a name of English origin meaning "white shadow, white wave".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,573
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 578 (#221 (tie) most common name, -94.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #20
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 164,429
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#16. Pamela
Pamela is a name of Greek origin meaning "all sweetness".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,963
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 57 (#1392 most common name, -99.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #14
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 181,948
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#15. Lori
Lori is a name of English origin meaning "bay laurel".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,964
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 12 (#2377 (tie) most common name, -99.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #15
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 176,561
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#14. Sandra
Sandra is a name of Greek origin meaning "defender of man".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,062
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 152 (#730 (tie) most common name, -98.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #11
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 183,812
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#13. Deborah
Deborah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,140
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 73 (#1219 (tie) most common name, -99.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #12
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 183,434
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#12. Donna
Donna is a name of Italian origin meaning "lady of the home".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,563
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 44 (#1561 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #8
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 213,457
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#11. Cynthia
Cynthia is a name of Greek origin meaning "moon goddess".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 11,134
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 262 (#455 (tie) most common name, -97.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #10
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 196,606
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#10. Michelle
Michelle is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God?".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,461
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 819 (#153 most common name, -93.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #9
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 208,285
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#9. Julie
Julie is a name of Latin origin meaning "youthful".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,535
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 217 (#536 most common name, -98.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #18
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 166,151
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#8. Patricia
Patricia is a name of Latin origin meaning "noble".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 13,279
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 175 (#637 (tie) most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #6
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 231,137
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#7. Linda
Linda is a name of Italian origin meaning "beautiful".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 13,310
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 136 (#797 most common name, -99.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #7
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 225,412
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#6. Laura
Laura is a name of Latin origin meaning "bay laurel plant".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 14,160
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 327 (#370 most common name, -97.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #16
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 174,184
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#5. Kimberly
Kimberly is a name of English origin meaning "from the wood of the royal forest".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 15,870
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,034 (#121 most common name, -93.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #5
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 259,092
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#4. Karen
Karen is a name of Danish origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 16,373
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 261 (#458 most common name, -98.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #4
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 286,044
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#3. Susan
Susan is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "lily".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 18,066
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 114 (#899 most common name, -99.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #3
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 287,661
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#2. Mary
Mary is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "drop of the sea".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 22,458
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 856 (#146 most common name, -96.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #2
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 355,223
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#1. Lisa
Lisa is a name of English origin meaning "God's promise".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 25,554
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 94 (#1036 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #1
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 496,980
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High school boys
University High at Edwardsville Invitational.
TRACK AND FIELD
College
Illinois State, Illinois Wesleyan at Redbird Invitational.
High school girls
Bloomington at Belleville West Invitational, 2 p.m.
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5 years ago (2017): Bloomington High School junior Zachery Bradford pole vaulted an outdoor school record 16 feet, 6 inches to place second in the high school division of the Texas Relays at Austin, Texas. Bradford’s previous school record was 16-1.
15 years ago (2007): After walking a playoff tightrope the last month, the Bloomington PrairieThunder were eliminated from United Hockey League postseason consideration after falling 4-3 to the Quad City Thunder. "We’ve worked hard all year, but that’s the way it goes sometimes,” Thunder captain Tyler Rennette said.
25 years ago (1997): After three years of chasing and, in many cases, breaking Jim Crews’ University High School basketball records, U High senior point guard Jeremy Stanton announced he will play for Crews at the University of Evansville.
50 years ago (1972): Illinois State’s Dave Dusak, an 18-year-old freshman from Proviso West, moved down 12 batters on strikes as he hurled a four-hitter to carry the Redbirds past the United States Coast Guard Academy of New London, Conn., 5-2.
From Pages Past compiled by Jeff Findley from Pantagraph files.
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Officers said a Normal man died just before midnight Saturday.
The crash remains under investigation.
Lincoln College senior Zak Luken described campus as a "ghost town" Thursday morning as students and employees processed the fact the college plans to close in May.
The Normal Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying suspects in a retail theft investigation.
One man was shot in the 300 block of East Locust Street and taken by ambulance from a nearby alley Tuesday night with injuries that did not appear to be life threatening, Bloomington police said.
"Today’s unexpected and sudden closure announcement is devastating news for our local community."
A 33-year-old city man was booked at the McLean County jail on firearms charges after a shooting last night on Locust Street.
A former LeRoy High School teacher pleaded guilty Wednesday to grooming in connection to reported inappropriate communication with a student in 2019.
Rivian Automotive has another expansion in sight. Details:
Jamie Mathy is resigning "as the result of a business conflict" that has made him ineligible to hold a position on the council under state law, said Communications Manager Katherine Murphy.
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Officers said a Normal man died just before midnight Saturday.
The crash remains under investigation.
Lincoln College senior Zak Luken described campus as a "ghost town" Thursday morning as students and employees processed the fact the college plans to close in May.
The Normal Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying suspects in a retail theft investigation.
One man was shot in the 300 block of East Locust Street and taken by ambulance from a nearby alley Tuesday night with injuries that did not appear to be life threatening, Bloomington police said.
"Today’s unexpected and sudden closure announcement is devastating news for our local community."
A 33-year-old city man was booked at the McLean County jail on firearms charges after a shooting last night on Locust Street.
A former LeRoy High School teacher pleaded guilty Wednesday to grooming in connection to reported inappropriate communication with a student in 2019.
Rivian Automotive has another expansion in sight. Details:
Jamie Mathy is resigning "as the result of a business conflict" that has made him ineligible to hold a position on the council under state law, said Communications Manager Katherine Murphy.
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Redbird Invite; 9 a.m.- April 2, 5 p.m.; April 1, Redbird Track, 180 N. Adelaide St., Normal; A free event for the public; https://go.evvnt.com/958754-0.
Logan Kirby; 7 p.m., April 1; Bement Country Opry, 201 N. State St., Monticello; doors open at 6 p.m.; $10 per person; dinner served before shows at 5 p.m.; 217-778-0990.
Scouts BSA Troop 920 Pancake & Sausage Breakfast; 6:30 a.m.- April 3, 1 p.m.; April 2, St. Mary's Catholic School, 603 W. Jackson St., Bloomington; Scouts BSA Troop 920 and Venturing Crew 2020 will hold their annual pancake and sausage breakfast April 2nd and 3rd. All meals must be pre-ordered by March 18 and will be served curbside carryout;
VFW Fundraiser and Bake Sale; 9 a.m.-2 p.m., April 2, Sponsored by the VFW Auxiliary 454, 1006 E. Lincoln St., Bloomington; Vendors, raffles and bake sale; proceeds will help with the veterans and family support programs.
Free Kidney Screenings; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., April 2, Western Avenue Community Center, 600 N. Western Ave., Bloomington; The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois will be administering free kidney screenings; sponsored by the Central Illinois Chapter of The Links Inc. and Bloomington-Normal Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Funky FarFams Spring Art Market; 10 a.m.- April 3, 4 p.m.; April 2, Funk Farms Trust, 5959 N. 1100 E. Road, Shirley; An Art Market with over 25 local and regional artists and makers on the grounds of the Funk Farms Trust; https://go.evvnt.com/1080822-0.
12th Annual Gala Dinner; 6 p.m., April 2, Midwest Food Bank, 2031 Warehouse Road, Normal; Live auction; Tickets $75, limited availability; Advanced registration recommended; 309-663-5350.
Reckless Saint One-Year Anniversary Bash, 4-8 p.m. April 2, 320 N. Main St., Bloomington; live music from IVO and The Sly; Keg Grove Brewing Co. pop-up.
The Knockoffs at Cadillac Jacks; 7-11 p.m.; April 2, Cadillac Jack's, 1507 S. Main St., Bloomington; 309-721-7000; Quad Cities band The Knockoffs debut at Cadillac Jack's, bringing a wide variety of your favorite tunes!; https://go.evvnt.com/1032657-0.
Fan Day at Illinois State Men's Tennis; 8-10 p.m.; April 2, ISU Tennis Courts, 960 Gregory St., Normal; 217-415-5597; Come support the Illinois State men’s tennis team as they take on conference rival, North Dakota. The first 50 fans will receive a free ISU Tennis t-shirt along with other Redbird giveaways!; https://go.evvnt.com/1033075-0.
Lincoln Elks Free Children's Orthopedic Clinic; 1-3 p.m.; April 5, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital, 200 Stahlut Drive, Lincoln; 800-272-0074; Lincoln Elks Free Children's Orthopedic Clinic April 5, 2022 at Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital;
Illinois State University Baseball; 5-8 p.m.; April 5, Duffy Bass Field, 700 Gregory St., Normal; 309-438-8000; Illinois State vs. Illinois. Free Admission;
Visit from the Bunny!; 3:30-6:30 p.m.; April 7, Bloomington Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, 109 E. Olive, Bloomington; 1309-434-2260; **Pre-Registration is required for this event at BloomingtonParks.org**; https://go.evvnt.com/984672-0.
Enriched Life Discussion Group; 7-8:30 p.m.; April 7, Bloomington; 305-968-1257; Join us for our free weekly Zoom meeting to get your dose of ideas, conversations and lessons for living a more fulfilled and enriched life. We strive to create a space where you are welcomed.; https://go.evvnt.com/933706-0.
Les Ballet Trockadero de Monte Carlo at the BCPA!; 7:30-9:30 p.m.; April 7, Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, 600 N. E. St., Bloomington; 1309-434-2777; $34; “The Trocks are a guaranteed hoot for people who know nothing of ballet and an absolute must for those who think they know the originals.” - Sydney Star Observer; https://go.evvnt.com/955700-0.
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When Jesus was only a toddler, two thousand Jewish insurrectionists were captured and crucified by Roman soldiers at Jerusalem. Some thirty years later, Jesus entered the city accompanied by large Passover crowds who were excitedly shouting, “Blessed is the Kingdom that is coming” – words which upset the city’s ruling priestly power brokers who, in lucrative collaboration with the still occupying Romans, did not want to see change come about.
Today we face a similar situation wherein foreign soldiers have invaded Ukraine in an attempt to compel that country to submit to being ruled by others. Some of those who want richly to rule Ukraine claim to be “orthodox” representatives of Jesus.
A like-minded power arrangement existed in czarist days when Russia’s rulers utilized the church in defending their exploitation of society for their own selfish advantage. When communism arose, the church suffered persecution, but managed to survive by keeping a low, largely acquiescent profile.
Since the fall of the Soviet Union, however, Vladimir Putin has cynically brought the church back into favor, but only as a willing tool in support of his own corrupt ambitions. The Russian head of the church, Kiril, has been his obedient servant in helping him do this. Kiril refused to denounce Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, and even blessed it, causing many Ukrainian and other Orthodox Christians no longer to recognize his authority. Both men pretend to be defenders of the faith against such Western “immoralities” as acceptance of the rights of gays and women, and in that pretense they enjoy support from too many Americans who also claim to be Christians while supporting would-be oppressors.
In reality, both men are willing collaborators with a selfish oligarchy committed to holding on to their own corruptly gained wealth by keeping a greedy dictator safe in his seat of power.
How different was Jesus’ “invasion” of Jerusalem, not arrogantly riding a war chariot, but a humble little donkey – his only weapon, love, his strategy not to kill, but be killed. Comparing himself to a mother hen offering her own life while calling her endangered chicks to the safety of her protective wings, Jesus summoned everyone, not to an enforced servitude, but to a freely given loving servanthood like his for the sake of all.
Boswell is a retired pastor of The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) living in Normal. His views and email address may be accessed at www.jesuslaidbare--truthsaboutjesus.com.
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100 years ago
April 1, 1922: Union and non-union coal miners across the country went on strike today. It’s estimated 600,000 miners are off the job. At Lincoln, the walkout began yesterday at two mines. There was no report from the McLean County Coal Co. in Bloomington.
75 years ago
April 1, 1947: A committee studying the future of education in McLean County must report to Springfield by January 1. One observer predicts the report will call for getting rid of eight small town high schools and consolidate them with other districts. (And it eventually happened.)
50 years ago
April 1, 1972: A gambling raid at the Sportsmen’s Club on North Lumber Street netted city and state police eight arrests. Card games and tabletop gambling was going on in a side room, said BPD Chief Harold Bosshardt. Drinking and dancing continued legally in the bar room.
25 years ago
April 1, 1997: Normal City Engineer Mike Hall has been named director of public works. He knows the ropes, having been interim public works director for the past three months. Hall was Normal’s first city engineer and was picked for this promotion from a field of 17 applicants.
Compiled by Jack Keefe; jkeefe@coldwellhomes.com.
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Marcella C. Moore
Jan. 14, 1922 - Mar. 27, 2022
EL PASO - Marcella C. Moore, 100, of El Paso, passed away March 27, 2022. She was born January 14, 1922 to Liston and Ora (Clark) Chaille.
Cremation rites have been accorded with East Lawn Funeral Home, Bloomington. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. A small gathering will follow.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington-Normal.
To read full obituary, please visit eastlawnmemorial.com.
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Paul Richard Bacon
Aug. 4, 1938 - Sept. 17, 2021
NORMAL - Paul Richard Bacon, 83, of Normal, Illinois passed away peacefully at OSF St. Joseph Hospital in Bloomington, IL on September 17, 2021
Paul was born on August 4th, 1938 in Springfield, Illinois, the son of George and Hilda Bacon. He married Marianna Green on June 15, 1963 in Springfield, Illinois. She survives.
He is also survived by his sons: Leon (Tammy) Bacon, Bloomington and Douglas (Elaine) Bacon, Defuniak Springs, FL; grandchildren: Brendon, Jacqueline, and Lauren Bacon, all of Normal, IL; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Eileen, Betty, Geraldine, Doty; and brother, Charles
Paul was a 1957 graduate of Lanphier High School and Veteran of the Illinois National Guard. He began work on the Chicago, Missouri, and Western railroad before moving his family to Bloomington in 1968 and working on the GM&O Railroad and eventually Amtrak as a conductor before retiring in 2000 after 40 years in railroading.
Paul was an avid fan of the New York Mets, Chicago Bears, and the University of Illinois football and basketball teams. Over his retirement years, he enjoyed listening to music, in particular, the Eagles and supporting his grandchildren in their many activities. He always looked forward to being with his family and friends and he will be dearly missed by all of those that knew him
A memorial service will be held at a later date and burial will be in St Elmo, IL In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Paul's name to the Kevin Brown Cancer Foundation, KB Strong Fighting The Fight, 1210 Kensington Dr., Washington, IL 61571.
Condolences and memories may be left for his family at kiblerbradyruestman.com
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BLOOMINGTON - James W. Dennis, 75, died August 2, 2021. A Celebration of Life Open House will be at the Full Gospel Tabernacle Pentecostal Church, 107 E. Newton, Heyworth, on September 25, 2021 from 2-5 p.m. A brief memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. but come anytime. See also www.beckmemorial.com.
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June 1, 1922 - Sept. 16, 2021
EL PASO - Virgil E. Donze, 99, of El Paso passed away at 10:25 a.m. on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington.
He was born on June 1, 1922 to Louis and Rose Wagner Donze. He married Margaret Guard on September 10, 1943 in Camp Robinson, Arkansas. She survives.
Virgil is survived by his wife, Margaret; son, Richard (Adrienne) of Rochester, MN; son, Robert (Bernadette) of Downers Grove, IL; daughter, Rebecca of El Paso; seven grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Edith and brother, Byron.
First Lieutenant Donze proudly served with the 561st Field Artillery in five campaigns, Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes-Alsace, Rhineland and Central Europe during WWII. He retired from the US Postal Service.
Private family graveside services will be held on Tuesday at Evergreen Cemetery in El Paso where military rites will be accorded at the grave. Pastor Russell Zehr will officiate. Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home in El Paso is handling arrangements for the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shriner's Children's Hospital or El Paso Rescue Squad. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.ruestmanharrisfuneralhome.com.
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Ronald Heck
March 7, 1943 - Sep. 6, 2021
NORMAL - Ronald Heck of Normal, IL, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 6, 2021, at the age of 78. He passed peacefully with family and friends at his side.
He is survived by six children: Teri Fulkerson (Jens), Brian Heck (Khoa), Chris Rann (Barbara), Sharon Bartlett (Royce), Jeanne Woodford (David), and Lara Wooten (James); eight grandchildren; his brother, Larry Heck (Sue); and his mother, Willa Groves. His wife, Mary, went to be with the Lord in January of 2011.
Ron was an avid tennis player and enjoyed watching many sports, including: tennis, football, and basketball. He loved homemade loaded nachos and was happiest when the house was full.
He will be greatly missed. At his request, no service will be held.
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Darlene Landstrom
Aug. 8, 1931 - Aug. 14, 2021
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Darlene Landstrom, 90, of San Antonio, TX, died on Saturday, August 14, 2021, at her residence with her family by her side.
There will be a memorial service for Darlene from 1:00-2:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Calvary Baptist Church in Normal, with visitation starting at 1 p.m. Arrangements are being handled by Calvary Baptist Church and the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Mennonite College of Nursing at ISU.
Darlene was born on Aug. 8, 1931, in Peoria, to Charles and Ellen (Parsons) Gregory. She married Lawrence W. Landstrom on Oct. 11, 1953, in Bloomington. They were married 62 years before he passed away in 2015. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Charlotte Robertson; and two of her 19 great-grandchildren, who were called to be with the Lord earlier than expected.
She is survived by her daughter, Pamela Gregory of San Antonio, TX; and her son, Greg (Adella) Landstrom of St. Petersburg, FL; 11 grandchildren, their spouses; and 17 great-grandchildren. Darlene was looking forward to being a great-great grandmother to a sweet baby girl, who was born on September 3, 2021. She is also survived by one brother, Ronald Gregory; and one sister Barbara (William) Johnson, all from Bloomington-Normal. Darlene was one of four children and Lawrence was one of eight children, so there are in-laws, nieces and nephews that are not mentioned, who also will be sharing in the family's mourning.
A graduate from Mennonite Hospital's School of Nursing in 1953, Darlene continued her career as a nurse for more than 35 years. She enjoyed participating in church handbell choirs, crocheting and many other things; however, being a mother and grandmother brought her the most joy, for which she will be always remembered.
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Lila Jane Riddle-McNees "Tudy"
Sept. 7, 1922 - Sept. 15, 2021
CLINTON - Lila Jane "Tudy" Riddle-McNees 99 of Clinton, IL passed away 5:25 PM September 15, 2021 at her family residence, Clinton, IL.
Services will be 11 AM Wednesday September 22, 2021 at the Wapella Christian Church, Wapella, IL with Joshua Gorrie officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 9 - 11 AM at the church. The family has entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to Wapella Christian Church or the Wapella Fire Department.
Lila was born September 7, 1922 in Clinton, IL the daughter of Lyle and Louise (Gorman) Crum. She married Glenn F. Riddle September 24, 1946. He passed away December 12, 1974. She later married John McNees. He preceded her in death.
Survivors include her children: Vic (Donna) Riddle, Wapella, IL; Sharon Riddle, Wapella, IL; grandchildren: Darci (Shanon) Newman, John Wheat, Justin (Nicole) Williams, Jacob (Mia) Riddle, and Colleen (Jim) Byrne; 13 great-grandchildren.
Tudy was preceded in death by her parents, son, Walter F. Riddle, and great-grandson, Blake Newman.
Tudy was a member of Wapella Christian Church, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the DeWitt County Extension. She enjoyed crafting, knitting, crocheting, and was a great cook.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
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BELLEVILLE - Families with children under age 6 in St. Clair County spend approximately 17% of their annual income on child care.
There are programs available to help, including a tax credit and other income-based efforts. Here's how to find help paying for your child's day care.
Child Care Assistance Program
The Child Care Assistance Program offers sliding-scale options for families who meet certain guidelines. Answers to frequently asked questions about the program are available online.
The first step to receiving this assistance is calling Children's Home & Aid at 800-467-9200.
Program eligibility is based on gross household income, family size, whether your children are under 13 years old, status as an Illinois resident and other factors.
Not all child care programs accept assistance rates, so factor your eligibility for the program into your provider search.
Illinois Head Start is an educational program aiming to promote school readiness for children from birth to age 5. Programming focuses on language skills, literacy and social/emotional development.
Head Start is designed for low-income families, and the webpage has a calculator to determine eligibility. Children in foster care, from families receiving public assistance and who are experiencing homelessness are all eligible for Head Start regardless of income.
Early Head Start serves infants, toddlers and pregnant women whose incomes are below the federal poverty level.
An online locator is available to find Head Start and Early Head Start programs near you.
There are also Head Start programs designed specifically for families of migrants and seasonal workers, as well as Indigenous peoples. Those programs can also be found using the locator tool.
The Child Tax Credit is available to married filers making less than $150,000 annually, heads of household making under $112,500 per year and all other filers making less than $75,000 per year.
Qualifying families receive $3,000 for each child older than 6 and $3,600 for each child younger than age 6. You can receive this assistance in the form of advance monthly payments.
To qualify for free preschool through Preschool for All in Illinois, both of the following qualifications must be met:
—Your child is 4 years old (they must turn 4 by Sept. 1 of the calendar year of enrollment).
—Your family is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.
Most popular girl names in the 60s in Illinois
What's in a name?
Every new parent faces the difficult decision of choosing the perfect name for a newborn. First names rarely get changed after being assigned and carry with them a wide range of meanings and associations. This creates a lot of pressure on expectant parents to pick the perfect moniker for their little ones.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, many parents end up choosing the same names over and over. Research suggests that we pick specific names implying desired characteristics about our children, selecting names for boys and girls intended to shape them. Male monikers are commonly inspired by political, cultural, and personal influences that suggest good, masculine, and well-rounded people.
The 1960s are commonly associated with tie-dye-clad hippies, psychedelic experimentation, and rock 'n' roll icons like the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. But underneath the flower power, free love exterior, the ‘60s were a period of radical social and political change—not only in the United States but around the world. The decade was one characterized by a host of juxtapositions; anger and fear over injustice and uneasy political conditions lived alongside notions of musical awakening and pacifist harmony.
Stacker compiled a list of the most popular baby names for boys in the ‘60s in Illinois using data from the Social Security Administration . Names are ranked by number of babies born. The names in this list represent the distinct intersection of Baby Boomer and Gen X and a reflection of some of the most well-known celebrities, musicians, and trends of the time. Keep reading to see if your name was among the most popular in the ‘60s in your home state.
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#50. Rhonda
Rhonda is a name of Welsh origin meaning "good lance".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,670
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 5 (#813 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #44
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 93,607
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#49. Rebecca
Rebecca is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "servant of God".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,721
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 589 (#219 most common name, -87.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #41
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 99,468
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#48. Cindy
Cindy is a name of Greek origin meaning "woman from Mount Kynthos".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,742
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 85 (#1109 (tie) most common name, -98.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #46
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 91,589
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#47. Melissa
Melissa is a name of Greek origin meaning "honey bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,767
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 655 (#192 most common name, -86.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #33
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 119,212
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#46. Jacqueline
Jacqueline is a name of French origin meaning "may God protect".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,812
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 600 (#213 most common name, -87.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #51
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 84,366
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#45. Jill
Jill is a name of English origin meaning "child of the gods".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,853
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 600 (#213 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #61
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 69,144
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#44. Maria
Maria is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "sea of bitterness".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,870
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,102 (#112 most common name, -77.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #49
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 88,642
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#43. Robin
Robin is a name of German origin meaning "fame-bright".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,979
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 65 (#1301 most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #34
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 118,322
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#42. Catherine
Catherine is a name of Greek origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,988
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 618 (#208 most common name, -87.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #56
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 76,791
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#41. Margaret
Margaret is a name of Greek origin meaning "pearl".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,466
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,170 (#104 most common name, -78.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #53
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 81,869
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#40. Tracy
Tracy is a name of Irish origin meaning "fighter".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,545
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 5 (#3152 (tie) most common name, -99.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #39
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 103,778
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#39. Janet
Janet is a name of Scottish origin meaning "God is gracious".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,686
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 73 (#1219 (tie) most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #47
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 89,307
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#38. Theresa
Theresa is a name of Greek origin meaning "late summer".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,774
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 92 (#1047 (tie) most common name, -98.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #42
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 97,120
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#37. Kathy
Kathy is a name of Greek origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,819
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 26 (#1910 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #40
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 101,119
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#36. Teresa
Teresa is a name of Greek origin meaning "huntress".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,201
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 195 (#577 most common name, -96.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #25
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 151,770
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#35. Carol
Carol is a name of German origin meaning "free man".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,597
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 55 (#1416 most common name, -99.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #38
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 112,341
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#34. Amy
Amy is a name of French origin meaning "beloved".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,751
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 605 (#210 most common name, -91.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #35
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 116,789
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#33. Kelly
Kelly is a name of Irish origin meaning "bright-headed".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,983
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 305 (#389 most common name, -95.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #30
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 128,078
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#32. Tina
Tina is a name of English origin meaning "river".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,013
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 13 (#2320 most common name, -99.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #31
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 126,385
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#31. Brenda
Brenda is a name of Norse origin meaning "sword".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,397
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 166 (#683 (tie) most common name, -97.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #19
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 164,483
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#30. Cheryl
Cheryl is a name of Greek origin meaning "cherry fruit".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,750
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 166 (#683 (tie) most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #28
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 135,650
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#29. Diane
Diane is a name of Latin origin meaning "divine".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,856
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 31 (#1789 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #36
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 114,441
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#28. Denise
Denise is a name of Greek origin meaning "to be devoted to Bacchus".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,053
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 185 (#604 (tie) most common name, -97.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #29
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 128,834
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#27. Tammy
Tammy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "palm tree".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,342
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 185 (#604 (tie) most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #13
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 182,218
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#26. Sharon
Sharon is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "a fertile plain".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,528
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 74 (#1210 most common name, -99.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #23
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 154,883
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#25. Angela
Angela is a name of Latin origin meaning "messenger of God".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,579
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 592 (#217 most common name, -93.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #22
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 159,248
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#24. Kathleen
Kathleen is a name of Irish origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,708
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 167 (#676 (tie) most common name, -98.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #32
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 120,967
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#23. Barbara
Barbara is a name of Greek origin meaning "foreign".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,928
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 104 (#978 (tie) most common name, -98.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #21
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 159,750
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#22. Nancy
Nancy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "grace".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,972
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 134 (#805 most common name, -98.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #26
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 142,707
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#21. Dawn
Dawn is a name of English origin meaning "daybreak".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,061
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 22 (#2011 most common name, -99.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #37
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 114,291
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#20. Debra
Debra is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,333
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 22 (#2011 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #24
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 153,776
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#19. Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "god is my oath".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,441
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 3,509 (#13 most common name, -62.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #17
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 168,897
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#18. Christine
Christine is a name of English origin meaning "follower of Christ".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,449
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 113 (#905 (tie) most common name, -98.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #27
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 139,333
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#17. Jennifer
Jennifer is a name of English origin meaning "white shadow, white wave".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,573
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 578 (#221 (tie) most common name, -94.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #20
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 164,429
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#16. Pamela
Pamela is a name of Greek origin meaning "all sweetness".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,963
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 57 (#1392 most common name, -99.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #14
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 181,948
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#15. Lori
Lori is a name of English origin meaning "bay laurel".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,964
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 12 (#2377 (tie) most common name, -99.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #15
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 176,561
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#14. Sandra
Sandra is a name of Greek origin meaning "defender of man".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,062
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 152 (#730 (tie) most common name, -98.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #11
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 183,812
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#13. Deborah
Deborah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,140
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 73 (#1219 (tie) most common name, -99.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #12
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 183,434
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#12. Donna
Donna is a name of Italian origin meaning "lady of the home".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,563
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 44 (#1561 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #8
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 213,457
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#11. Cynthia
Cynthia is a name of Greek origin meaning "moon goddess".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 11,134
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 262 (#455 (tie) most common name, -97.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #10
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 196,606
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#10. Michelle
Michelle is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God?".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,461
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 819 (#153 most common name, -93.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #9
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 208,285
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#9. Julie
Julie is a name of Latin origin meaning "youthful".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,535
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 217 (#536 most common name, -98.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #18
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 166,151
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#8. Patricia
Patricia is a name of Latin origin meaning "noble".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 13,279
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 175 (#637 (tie) most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #6
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 231,137
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#7. Linda
Linda is a name of Italian origin meaning "beautiful".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 13,310
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 136 (#797 most common name, -99.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #7
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 225,412
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#6. Laura
Laura is a name of Latin origin meaning "bay laurel plant".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 14,160
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 327 (#370 most common name, -97.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #16
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 174,184
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#5. Kimberly
Kimberly is a name of English origin meaning "from the wood of the royal forest".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 15,870
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,034 (#121 most common name, -93.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #5
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 259,092
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#4. Karen
Karen is a name of Danish origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 16,373
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 261 (#458 most common name, -98.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #4
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 286,044
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#3. Susan
Susan is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "lily".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 18,066
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 114 (#899 most common name, -99.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #3
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 287,661
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#2. Mary
Mary is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "drop of the sea".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 22,458
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 856 (#146 most common name, -96.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #2
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 355,223
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#1. Lisa
Lisa is a name of English origin meaning "God's promise".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 25,554
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 94 (#1036 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #1
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 496,980
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Temperatures in Bloomington will be cool today. It looks like it will be a cool 49 degrees. We'll see a low temperature of 33 degrees today. Today's conditions are expected to be clear, so there shouldn't been too many clouds in the sky. The area will see gentle winds today, with forecast showing winds from Northwest, clocking in at 11 mph. This report is created automatically with weather data provided by TownNews.com. Keep an eye on pantagraph.com for forecast information and severe weather updates.
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Dear Abby: I am 15 and have a big problem. My mom and my dad have been married a long time. I was looking through pictures on Mom's phone and found some very inappropriate and romantic texts from "Rob," her business partner. Mom forces our whole family to hang out with Rob, and my brother doesn't like him either. But anytime we bring it up, my mom yells at us and makes me cry. She wants me to be friends with Rob.
One time when we were all at a restaurant, someone asked if he was my dad. I know what she is doing with him, and I can't focus on school because of it. I think my dad knows -- kind of -- but I'm sure he hasn't seen the texts that I saw. I don't want to ruin my family, but I cry about it every night alone. I know my parents won't go to couples counseling, and I don't want to hurt my brother either. Any help would be very much appreciated. -- KID WHO KNOWS THE TRUTH
Dear Kid: Because this is causing emotional problems that are affecting your studies, it can't be ignored. It is time for you to talk about this with a school counselor, a relative or a family friend for emotional support and guidance.
I also think at some point you should talk to your mother about what you found on her phone. Tell her that's the reason you don't want to be friends with her business partner. Your sense of right and wrong is valid, and don't let her tell you otherwise. Do not be surprised if she's upset about the fact that you know what has been going on, so be prepared for it. I am sorry you have to go through this. It's a shame.
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With the anticipation of spring and returning pops of color, you may find your forsythia and lilac a bit lackluster, if improperly managed. The early-blooming and free-flowing forsythia, if managed like a hedge, portrays a strict military appearance, complete with a crew cut and almost flowerless display. Prompted by their massive sprawling nature, many gardeners and homeowners attempt to tame these beasts by midseason, relegating next season’s blooms to the compost pile. With proper pruning, both the timing and the technique, the stunning showcase of these spring bloomers can return next season.
A gardener’s acceptance of the wild nature of forsythia or the mass of lilac is the first step to improved flowering. Often these plants are managed with the mindset of shaping coleus or petunia. With pruners in hand, the gardener mimics pinching back, attempting to shape these shrubs into a perfect mold. Sometimes this shaping is motivated by maintaining the large shrubs in a small space. If the shrub does not have the space to branch out, it should be replaced with a smaller shrub.
For the health of the plant, and to promote impressive floral display, forsythia and lilac branches should be pruned out at the base of the plant. It is best to remove 1/3 of the older branches every few years, within the two weeks following flowering. For overgrown, unpruned shrubs, complete renewal pruning in one season by cutting back all branches within 6 inches of the ground. Regular pruning of lilacs is very important for disease management—a host of diseases can be prevented by increasing airflow with regular pruning and branch removal.
With proper placement and pruning, these showstopping shrubs will provide an extended season of joyous flowers. Display the heralds of spring on your breakfast table, pre- and post-flowering by forcing blooms of forsythia or harvesting lilacs from your cutback.
With buds formed the previous season, a late-winter forsythia has experienced the necessary cold-treatment to erupt into flowers come warmer temperatures. With simple preparation, your warm kitchen will soon host sunny, yellow flowers!
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4. Arrange flowers in your favorite vase. Continue to freshen water every couple days.
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2. Condition blooms by removing foliage and submerging stems in a bucket of cool water for 1 hour.
3. After conditioning, recut stem ends and split stem ends vertically (1-inch-long split).
4. To ensure the longevity of your flowers, change the water daily and use floral food.
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BELLEVILLE — A man who pleaded guilty to charges for his role in the fatal shooting of an Illinois State Police trooper was sentenced to three years in prison Thursday in the 2019 case.
Al Stewart Jr. was sentenced to 36 months for obstructing justice and 28 months for possession with intent to distribute cannabis, said Chris Allen, a spokesman for the St. Clair County State's Attorney Office.
A charge of armed violence was dismissed, Allen said.
The sentences will run concurrently with each other and with a federal sentence, he said.
Stewart pleaded guilty to federal gun charges and was sentenced to four years in prison.
After the sentencing, Stewart was returned to federal custody, Allen said.
Stewart pleaded guilty last year in the August 2019 death of Trooper Nicholas Hopkins, 33, who died after being wounded during a shootout while serving a warrant at an East St. Louis home.
Christopher R. Grant, who lived at the home where the warrant was being served, has been charged with murder in Hopkins' death and is awaiting trial. Grant and Stewart engaged in a day-long standoff with East St. Louis police, Illinois State Police, the SWAT team and other law enforcement before they surrendered.
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Laurence R. Garber
October 31, 1931 - June 12, 2021
DELAVAN - Laurence R. Garber, 89, of Delavan, passed away, Saturday, June 12, 2021 surrounded by his five children at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
He was born October 31, 1931 in San Jose to Clarence and Florence Krusemark Garber. He married Leila Groenewold on July 5, 1952 in Santa Maria, CA, and she passed away February 24, 2013.
Surviving are his children: Lori (John Burgund) Garber of Chillicothe, LuAnn Clark of Germantown Hills, Linda (Marshall) Hasty of Morton, Lisa Exley (Craig Chace) of Hopedale, and Larry (Lisa) Garber of Mahomet; 11 grandchildren: Jessica Rima, Steffan Clark, Lauren Rowlett, Rachel Bursott, Daniel Fleming, Jack Exley, Jade Griffin, Jilly Exley, Kaleb Garber, Kayeli Garber and Sam Garber; 12 great-grandchildren; one brother, Ernie (Patty) Garber of Delavan; one sister, DonnaBelle (Louis) Anderson of Lincoln; his special friend, Bev Scott of Green Valley; and his beloved dog, Olive.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son-in-law, Galyn Clark; and one sister, Betty Russell.
Laurence worked at Caterpillar Inc. in Mossville as a supervisor for 38 years retiring in 1987.
In 1950, he enlisted in the Army National Guard and later proudly served his country during the Korean War.
He was a member of the Delavan American Legion, where he was active in the Sunday morning breakfasts and participated on the Color Guard. He also went on the Greater Peoria Honor Flight.
Laurence was an avid fisherman and for 57 years loved spending summers with his family on Long Lake in Park Rapids, MN. He was an avid bowler and a member of the Pekin Area Bowling Association Hall of Fame. He enjoyed golfing and had the thrill of hitting two hole- in-one shots.
He was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Delavan, where his funeral will be at 10:30 AM Thursday, June 17, 2021. Pastor Daniel Jacob will officiate. A visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Wednesday at Davis-Oswald Funeral Home in Delavan and from 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM Thursday at the church. Burial will be at Prairie Rest Cemetery in Delavan with military honors by Delavan American Legion.
Memorials may be made to Christ Lutheran Church in Delavan or OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home.
To express condolences online visit www.davisoswaldfh.com.
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Norma D. Lind
June 24, 1932 - June 10, 2021
BLOOMINGTON -
Norma D. Lind, 88, of Bloomington passed away on June 10, 2021. She was born on June 24, 1932 to Robert and Clara (Brown) Foulk and married her sweetheart Frederick E. Lind on December 25, 1951 in Stanford, IL. He precedes her in passing on November 1, 2019.
Norma is survived by her children: Valerie Barry, Todd (Jennifer) Lind, and Steven Lind; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in passing by her parents; and four siblings.
Cremation rites have been accorded. East Lawn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. There will be a graveside service at a later date.
Special thanks from the family to Bloomington Rehabilitation and Health Care and Vitas Hospice for their care.
Special thanks also to Vanessa Barry for taking such good care of both of her grandparents.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Bloomington Rehabilitation and Health Care and Vitas Hospice.
Condolences and memories may be left with the family at eastlawnmemorial.com
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Question: Can you name the average retirement age in Illinois in wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, and how much money it takes to retire comfortably in Illinois?
Answer: While retirement age, says the Social Security Administration, remains 67 for full retirement benefits, according to a report from GOBankingRates.com, the average retirement age in Illinois is now 64, with the annual cost of a "comfortable retirement" being $54,657. That means, says the financial website, that full retirement savings needed in Illinois is a minimum of $874,507.
Photos: Competition for a cause at Pantagraph Media's '80s Trivia Night 🎉
Dan Adams, Nancy and Bill Flick
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'80s Trivia Night
Christina Rogers and Kathleen Lorenz
Ann Harding
Kathy Yoder and Don Knapp
Amy McFarland and William Yoder
Jason Reif, Erin Martiens
Pam Eaton channeling Dynasty
Jolene Aldus
State’s Attorney Don Knapp
Pantagraph president Dan Adams, Tracy Patkunas, Jonell Kehias
Herb Eaton
Dan Adams
Jen Hooker, Reed Walters
Cheryl Magnuson, Don Knapp, Leann Seal
Honorable Amy McFarland
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Jason Reif, Tracy Patkunas
Tony Morstatter, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal
Tony Morstatter, Tracy Patkunas, Jason Reif, Dan Adams
Nick the bartender, Inchol Chong
Judges Amy McFarland, William Yoder, Kathy Yoder, Don Knapp
Bill with his I Heart Bill Flick stickers
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Santino Lamancusa table
Steve Kubsch
Enjoying the evening
Christina Rogers, Sahan Kuruppuaratchi
Kim Schoenbein, Dan Adams
Julie Kubsch
Jen Hooker wishing her team were #1
Flick’s Followers table
Stayin' Alive table
Inchol Chong, Dan Adams
Pretty in Pink table
Mark and Melissa Isenburg-Tremper
Jolene Aldus, Bill Croff
Amanda Wycoff-Neaves, Ed Neaves
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Here's your weather update for Friday, April 1 from Chief Meteorologist Matt Holiner.
Photos: See tornadoes' deadly destruction over the years
May 22, 2011: Joplin, Missouri
In this May 25, 2011, photo, Beverly Winans hugs her daughter Debbie Surlin while salvaging items from Winans' devastated home in Joplin, Missouri. The deadliest tornado to hit the United States in the last several decades struck on May 22, 2011, leveling a miles-wide swath of Joplin and leaving 161 people dead.
AP Photo/Charlie Riedel
April 2011: Southeastern U.S.
Tuscaloosa Fire Lt. Brian Phillips climbs a pile of rubble in search of survivors or bodies at an apartment building in Tuscaloosa, Ala., after 362 tornadoes hit the southeastern United States over three days in April 2011, killing an estimated 321 people. Alabama was the hardest hit, with a death toll of more than 250 in that state alone.
AP Photo/Dave Martin
Feb. 5, 2008: 'Super Tuesday' outbreak
New cars and trucks at a Chevrolet dealership sit under the wreckage from a tornado that hit Mountain View, Ark., on Feb. 5, 2008. The so-called Super Tuesday outbreak of 87 tornadoes in the southeastern United States killed 57 people.
AP Photo/Danny Johnston
April 2014: Southeast and Midwest
An American flag waves from a makeshift flag pole in front of a concrete slab that once was a house in Louisville, Miss., after an April 28, 2014, tornado destroyed the house. An outbreak of dozens of tornadoes, stirred up by a powerful storm system, hit the Southeast and Midwest over a three-day period in April 2014 and killed 32 people in Iowa, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee.
AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis
May 20, 2013: Moore, Oklahoma
A tornado killed 24 people on May 20, 2013, in Moore, Oklahoma. The tornado had winds over 200 miles per hour, giving it the most severe rating of EF-5.
AP Photo/Alonzo Adams
March 18, 1925: Missouri, Illinois and Indiana
This March 1925 photo shows an overturned house that was carried more than 50 feet from its foundation following a tornado in Griffen, Ind. The March 18 tornadoes that hit Missouri, Illinois and Indiana killed nearly 700 people, topping the list of the deadliest tornadoes in the United States.
AP Photo
May 11, 1953: Waco, Texas
Bolstered by heavy equipment, workers start the gigantic task of cleaning up wreckage remaining in the downtown area of Waco, Texas, in the aftermath of a May 11, 1953, tornado. It was one of the top 10 deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history, killing 114 people.
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Nov. 6, 2005: Evansville, Indiana
As others stand intact, debris from destroyed mobile homes litter the Eastbrook Mobile Home Park in the aftermath of a tornado in Evansville, Ind., on Nov. 6, 2005. The tornado ripped across southwestern Indiana and northern Kentucky, causing 20 deaths, wrecking homes and knocking out power to thousands.
AP Photo/Darron Cummings
May 10, 2008: Southwest Missouri
A vehicle was dumped along highway 86 north of Racine, Mo., by a tornado that hit the area in southwest Missouri on May 10, 2008. Fourteen people were killed and hundreds injured in the tornado.
AP Photo/Mike Gullett
May 25, 2008: Iowa
The first floor of a house is all that remains on Sept. 8, 2008, in Parkersburg, Iowa, more than three months after a May 25 tornado that destroyed and damaged hundreds of homes in the area and left nine people dead.
AP Photo/Kevin Sanders
Feb. 29, 2012: Illinois
Family members and friends try to salvage what they can on Feb. 29, 2012, in Harrisburg, Ill., after a tornado destroyed their neighborhood homes. The devastating EF4 tornado claimed eight lives.
AP Photo/Seth Perlman
Feb. 11, 2009: Oklahoma
Three-year-old Brooklyn Hickman helps look through the rubble of her grandfather's trailer home in Lone Grove, Okla., on Feb. 11, 2009, after a tornado struck, killing eight people. Weather woes including an unusual series of February twisters were among the top Oklahoma news stories of that year.
AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki
April 28, 2011: Virginia
Downed traffic lights are seen after an EF3 tornado struck on April 28, 2011, in Glade Spring, Va. Three people were killed, and several homes and truck stops along I-81 were severely damaged.
AP Photo/Jeff Gentner
June 8, 1984: Barneveld, Wisconsin
As dawn broke on June 8, 1984, rescuers got their first view of a destroyed Barneveld in Wisconsin. An F5 tornado ripped through the village, killing nine people and destroying most of the small community. The powerful tornado had winds over 300 mph.
Wisconsin State Journal photo
May 1955: Udall, Kansas
Photos of destruction from the 1955 tornado that destroyed Udall, Kan., are displayed in the town's museum. The May 1955 tornado is among the top 25 deadliest in U.S. history, killing 80 people.
AP Photo/Charlie Riedel
March 2, 2012: Indiana
People clear debris from a farm field on the outskirts of Marysville, Ind., after a tornado with 150 mph winds raked through the southern Indiana hamlet on March 2, 2012. The storm was part of a tornado outbreak that left 13 people dead in southern Indiana.
AP Photo/Charles Wilson
October 2013: Nebraska
Several buildings sit damaged Oct. 5, 2013, in Wayne, Neb., after a deadly storm system that buried parts of Wyoming and South Dakota in heavy, wet snow also brought powerful thunderstorms packing tornadoes to the Great Plains, causing millions of dollars in damage. Some of the greatest damage from tornadoes was in Wayne, a town of 9,600.
AP Photo/Dave Weaver
May 4, 2003: Missouri
Steve Jones lifts his grandfather's headstone into place at the Stockton City Cemetery in Stockton, Mo., after most of the headstones and nearly all the trees in the cemetery were knocked over by a May 4, 2003, tornado that killed five people.
AP Photo/John S. Stewart
June 11, 2008: Iowa
Remains of a ranger's house can be seen after a tornado ripped through the Little Sioux Scout Ranch in the remote Loess Hills, Iowa, on June 11, 2008. The EF3 tornado killed four people.
AP Photo/Loren Sawyer - Onawa Sentinel
July 8, 2014: Upstate New York
People sort through debris of a destroyed house after a July 8, 2014, storm, in Smithfield, N.Y. The National Weather Service confirmed that a tornado destroyed homes in upstate New York where four people were killed.
AP Photo/Mike Groll
Dec. 10-11, 2021: Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio Valley, southern US
An overturned tree sits in front of a tornado-damaged home Dec. 11, 2021, in Mayfield, Ky. On Dec. 10-11, violent and rare December tornadoes ripped across Kentucky and several other states. Kentucky’s death toll alone from the storms is now 80. All together, the storms killed more than 90 people in five states. The National Weather Service recorded at least 41 tornadoes on Dec. 10 and 11, including 16 in Tennessee and eight in Kentucky. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, eight states — Kentucky, Arkansas, Tennessee, Missouri, Illinois, Georgia, Ohio and Indiana — reported tornadoes.
AP Photo/Mark Humphrey
Matt Holiner covers weather and climate across the Midwest. Matt has eight years of professional meteorology experience and has forecast every type of weather for cities across the country. He holds the National Weather Association's Seal of Approval.
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SPRINGFIELD — Nearly four months after a deadly tornado hit an Amazon facility in Edwardsville, Illinois lawmakers gave initial approval to a bill Thursday that would create a task force to study warehouse safety standards.
State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, has been studying the issue since an EF-3 tornado struck the 1.1-million-square-foot warehouse on Gateway Commerce Drive around 8:30 p.m. Dec. 10. Winds up to 150 mph toppled concrete walls and caused the roof to collapse, killing six workers.
In February, Stuart held a virtual hearing with metro-east lawmakers, storm shelter experts, union officials and warehouse company representatives. Safety experts called on Illinois to adopt and enforce the latest building codes for storm shelters.
Amazon has said it built the warehouse to code and that workers followed safety procedures. The facility did not have "hardened spaces" built to withstand a tornado, according to Jim Bell, director of operations for the National Storm Shelter Association.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, opened an investigation following the tornado. The agency's website showed the Amazon case in Edwardsville was still "open" as of Thursday afternoon. The investigation will review whether Amazon had a "proper emergency action plan," U.S. Department of Labor spokesman Scott Allen said in an interview in December.
House Bill 1563 passed with bipartisan support from 94 representatives. Nine Republicans voted against the bill, which goes to the Senate for consideration.
The bill's co-sponsors included state Reps. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, LaToya Greenwood, D-East St. Louis, and Amy Elik, R-Fosterburg.
The Warehouse Safety Standards Task Force would be made up of two state representatives appointed by the speaker and two appointed by the minority leader. The Senate president would appoint two state senators, as would the minority leader. The governor would also appoint representatives for retailers, manufacturers, mayors, unions and warehouse workers.
The task force would be created immediately, if the act becomes law. Members would be required to provide quarterly updates on their findings to the governor and General Assembly. A final report of their recommendations would be due no later than Jan. 1, 2025. The task force would dissolve a year later.
Stuart said she was thankful to colleagues who "supported the formation of a Task Force to determine how we can protect the safety of workers in the warehouses that are located all across Illinois."
"I look forward to hearing from experts in engineering, code enforcement, the building trades, and all the fields that will help us make informed decisions as we move forward," Stuart said.
Photos: Closeup day-after photos of Amazon warehouse tornado destruction
A bill that allows teachers and other school and university employees or contractors who are fully vaccinated to take paid administrative leave if they have to miss work due to coronavirus-related issues has cleared the Illinois Senate and will be sent to Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
The city of Chicago plans to make available $12.5 million in prepaid gas and public transit cards in an effort to address soaring gas prices, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Thursday.
Photos taken Dec. 11, 2021 for a National Weather Service storm damage assessment show how the concrete walls of an Amazon warehouse fell down after part of the roof came off during an EF-3 tornado the night before. Six people died at the facility that was built using tilt up construction methods, on Gateway Commerce Center near Edwardsville, Illinois.
Photos taken Dec. 11, 2021 for a National Weather Service storm damage assessment show parts of an Amazon warehouse that was destroyed by an EF-3 tornado the night before. Six people died at the facility that was built using tilt up construction methods, on Gateway Commerce Center near Edwardsville, Illinois.
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Dear Abby: I am 15 and have a big problem. My mom and my dad have been married a long time. I was looking through pictures on Mom's phone and found some very inappropriate and romantic texts from "Rob," her business partner. Mom forces our whole family to hang out with Rob, and my brother doesn't like him either. But anytime we bring it up, my mom yells at us and makes me cry. She wants me to be friends with Rob.
One time when we were all at a restaurant, someone asked if he was my dad. I know what she is doing with him, and I can't focus on school because of it. I think my dad knows -- kind of -- but I'm sure he hasn't seen the texts that I saw. I don't want to ruin my family, but I cry about it every night alone. I know my parents won't go to couples counseling, and I don't want to hurt my brother either. Any help would be very much appreciated. -- KID WHO KNOWS THE TRUTH
Dear Kid: Because this is causing emotional problems that are affecting your studies, it can't be ignored. It is time for you to talk about this with a school counselor, a relative or a family friend for emotional support and guidance.
I also think at some point you should talk to your mother about what you found on her phone. Tell her that's the reason you don't want to be friends with her business partner. Your sense of right and wrong is valid, and don't let her tell you otherwise. Do not be surprised if she's upset about the fact that you know what has been going on, so be prepared for it. I am sorry you have to go through this. It's a shame.
Dear Abby: A few years ago, my husband and I bought and moved into a very old, small house in our ideal neighborhood, which has beautifully manicured yards, nice people and a lot of diversity. We had a vision for this place, and it was perfect for us.
A friend of mine, "Maggie," who I knew had a judgmental streak, repeatedly asked to come see the house, which I knew was nowhere near in the condition for visitors. After about her 10th request, I told myself maybe I was overreacting to her potential reaction, and I invited her into my home for a tour. Three years later, my husband and I remodeled our home to fit our vision. We are happy.
Six months after the remodel was complete, my husband and I were at a friend's house and Maggie was there. At one point, Maggie's husband commented to us that he couldn't believe we had moved into that "s--- shack." My husband's jaw dropped. Maggie jumped up and said, "I didn't call it that!" Of course it was logical that she did. She had seen it; he had not.
To this day, a year and a half later, I cannot get over why someone I invited into my home would say something so horrible about it behind my back or that her husband would repeat it among a group of mutual friends. My husband refuses to engage with Maggie and her husband. What should I do? -- PROUD OF MY HOME NOW
Dear Proud: I am sorry you didn't write sooner about this. If you had, I would have advised you to tell Maggie exactly how that incident made you and your husband feel. It is a little late for that now, but you would certainly be within your rights to clear the air if you wish. What they said was uncalled for.
Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
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Gail Lee
Sept. 4, 1953 - March 3, 2021
WYOMING – Gail Lee was born in Kewanee, Illinois on September 4, 1953 to parents Willis D. and Barbara J. Lee. Gail passed to a better place on March 3, 2021 at her home. Gail lived with her cousin and best friend, Crystal McRell in Toulon, Illinois.
Gail is survived by three brothers: Scott (Cindy) Lee of Chillicothe, IL, Bill (Cindy) Lee of Bloomington, IL, and John (Pam) Lee of Menominee, MI. She greatly loved and was loved in return by many nieces and nephews and their children as well.
Gail was a graduate of Wyoming Community High School, Wyoming, Illinois - Class of '71 - and lived much of her life in Wyoming. After graduation, Gail attended Black Hawk East Jr. College and then transferred to Illinois State University. There she was active in her sorority, making lifelong friends. After college, Gail worked in the restaurant industry managing the Central Station Restaurant, a Denny's location, the Crestwicke Country Club Restaurant, and later the Elks Club all in Bloomington-Normal area. She also managed the Prime Time Restaurant in Carbondale, Illinois. Eventually tiring of the 7-day work week schedule, she returned to Wyoming to work with her parents who operated the Wyoming Dry Cleaners until their retirement. Gail next worked as a teller at the Wyoming Bank and Trust and then as a Receptionist/Security at multiple Caterpillar facilities in the Peoria area, last working in December of 2020.
Gail was a member of the Wyoming United Methodist Church and a member of the PEO Chapter in Wyoming. She was also a true animal lover and had several dogs over the years which she treated as if they were her kids. She loved to laugh and loved music and was a member of the Black Knights Drum & Bugle Corps in Kewanee, Illinois for several years.
Due to COVID restrictions, Gail's internment in a family plot at the Galva Cemetery will be private. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Henry County Humane Society or to the Wyoming United Methodist Church. Haskell Funeral & Cremation Services in Wyoming is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left for Gail's family on her tribute wall at www.haskellfuneral.com.
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Cory Wayne Morrow
Feb. 16, 1995 - Feb. 28, 2021
NORMAL - Cory Wayne Morrow, 26 of Normal, IL, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2021 in Normal, IL.
Graveside service will be held on March 12, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Camp Butler in Springfield, IL with Rev. Mark Phillips officiating.
Beck Memorial Home is in charge of arrangements.
Cory was born on February 16, 1995 in Chicago, IL and was adopted by Dennis and Cinda Morrow. After graduating from high school, he joined the Army and loved serving his country. Later, he worked as a heavy equipment operator for LKM.
He is survived by his father, Dennis (Marcia) Morrow, Sebring, FL; his fiance, Jaclyn Durst; one child (Sophie) and one child on the way; seven brothers and sisters: Nicole (Robert) Ruggles of Champaign, IL; Shane (Melissa) Morrow of Farmer City, IL; Delton Morrow of LeRoy, IL; Toby Morrow of San Diego, Ca; Tianna Morrow of Champaign, IL; Mariah Morrow of Champaign, IL; Mitchel Morrow of Champaign, IL; three nieces: Caitlyn Morrow, Bailey Logsdon and Alexandra Williams; three nephews: Christian Morrow; Bryson Morrow; Carter Williams; one great-nephew, Jacob Morrow; and many loved aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents and his mother, Cinda Morrow.
Cory was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and father. He was known by all who knew him as a funny, kind, beautiful soul who loved cars, his country and his family. He loved being a daddy to Sophie and looked forward to his second daughter arriving in April. He was ever determined, outgoing, young at heart, full of silliness and love, and he will be forever missed.
Memorials in Cory's memory can be made to Mission 22.
Online condolences may be made to www.beckmemorial.com.
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You may have read in the news lately about the Spirit of Peoria river boat. Owner Alex Grieves plans to sell the boat for $1 million to Yacht Starship Dining Cruises, based in Florida, which primarily does business in Tampa Bay and Clearwater according to its website.
The City of Peoria had the opportunity to purchase the boat first, however, the City Council voted last week to decline that offer.
So, it appears the old-fashioned river boat will be moving from Central Illinois.
This is sad news to a lot of folks. My father Norm Rittenhouse, who passed away in 2014, would have been very sentimental about the loss.
Dad and members of his firm SCR Engineering, Fairbury, built the propulsion system for the locally famous boat in 1987-88. As you can imagine, the crews who built and operated the boat were a close-knit group. I'll never forget, at the visitation for Dad, Captain Alice Grady paid her respects in full uniform.
SCR Engineering, comprised of mostly Pontiac and Fairbury residents, built propulsion systems for 14 boats including the Spirit of Peoria, the Twilight and the Branson Belle. They felt a special connection to Spirit of Peoria, however, because it was close by. Dad and some of the team rode on its maiden voyage from Walker Boat Yard in Paducah, Kentucky, to Peoria in the spring of 1988.
Mark Pritchard, Dad's close friend and business associate, remembers the long, 400-mile trip.
“We worked around the clock to reach Peoria on time. The inside of the boat was not completed yet and a lot of construction was still going on as we came up the river.”
Unlike other river boats which feature paddle wheels just for show, the Spirit of Peoria really is propelled by its enormous 21-ft. wide paddle wheel. I remember Dad being proud of the fact the boat is powered by twin Caterpillar 3412 diesel generator sets which in turn power two locomotive motors driving the paddle wheel. What better for a Peoria boat than Caterpillar engines?
Docked at downtown Peoria’s Riverfront Park, the paddle wheeler has carried thousands of guests on excursions to destinations including Starved Rock State Park, Pere Marquette State Park and St. Louis Riverfront. Its old-fashioned gingerbread trim and red paddle wheel have been a sight to behold on the Mississippi River for 34 years.
I can understand why Peoria leaders do not want to spend taxpayer dollars to be in the boat business. Dad, an entrepreneur and business owner for more than 50 years, also understood economic realities. But he had faith in Central Illinois and was always optimistic for the future.
In 2013 he attended the Spirit of Peoria's 25th anniversary celebration and called me later that day.
“I remember when we came up the river to deliver the boat,” he said. “I had a cell phone that was about the size of a shoe box that worked only if we were near a tower. Today, with my iPhone, I had a video conference while onboard and the phone fit in my shirt pocket. Just think what the next 25 years will bring!”
Sadly, it seems the future may bring the end of an era for Peoria and its beloved paddle boat. It's a shame to lose a vessel with so many ties to Central Illinois, but life does move on. It reminds me of a note we received when Dad died.
The captain and crew of the Twilight sent a beautiful evergreen arrangement in the shape of a ship's steering wheel. Attached was a card with these words, “If my ship sails from sight, it does not mean my journey ends, it simply means the river bends.”
So long, Spirit of Peoria.
Contact Susan Hazlett at susanrhazlett@yahoo.com or write to her in care of The Pantagraph, 205 N. Main St., Bloomington, IL 61702-2907.
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EL PASO — Nicci Oertle said nurses and staff make magic happen at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago.
They’ve also inspired the El Paso mother of four to spring into action and help uplift hospitalized children for the last seven Easter holidays.
The Pantagraph checked in with Oertle and her squad of four little helpers before she departed Thursday with 150 gift baskets bound for the children's hospital.
Brahm, her autistic 10-year-old son, kindly greeted The Pantagraph’s reporter and photographer Thursday morning. His mother said the baskets were built around the things Brahm loves: Mardi Gras beads, Play-Doh, plush animal dolls, sticky-hands, and coloring books.
Also nestled in each care package is a book titled “How to Catch the Easter Bunny.”
Oertle explained that Brahm stayed at Lurie Children's Hospital for a few days in October 2012 for a tumor removal surgery. Although it was a bit of a bummer spending Halloween at the hospital, Oertle recalled how spectacular the staff was.
“They do amazing things every day,” she said.
So, she wanted give back and do something “super-fun” with Brahm and her three girls, Bre, 7, Braydee, 5, and Brize, 3.
“For (Lurie patients), it’s just a nice break and a nice way for that small group to celebrate the holiday when they can’t be with their family,” said Oertle.
In the past, it’s taken the family, including husband Justin, three hours to prepare the baskets. However, Oertle said they did it in half the time this year, with help from friends Dave and Nikki Glacinski, plus Hayley Tibbs.
They were also assisted by donations from 75 people, Oertle said, along with their own version of a polar plunge fundraiser held in February.
Those wishing to donate to their cause can call Oertle at 309-531-1215 or email her at nkoertle@gmail.com. She plans to do it again next year.
Last year, Oertle said they provided Amazon gift cards in the Easter baskets. One teenage girl who had just started chemo told her she used her gift cards to buy wigs.
“I cried all day about that,” Oertle said.
Brahm and Braydee, 5, both liked putting beads in baskets — and playing with them.
Grandma Tammy Kelly then asked: “But who likes it the most?”
“Brahm!” exclaimed sisters Brize and Braydee. The latter’s favorite bead color is purple.
Braydee said she liked packing the plushies, and likes her “unicorn squishy” the most. Brize’s favorite plush is the bear.
Bre said she really likes eating Kit-Kats as an Easter treat.
But what Bre really loves about Easter is: “We get to spend time with our family.”
Photos: Butterfly lessons aflutter Saturday at Miler Park Zoo
At any age, learning about butterflies will better our lives. Miller Park Zoo held an education event Saturday in its Zoo Lab showcasing several displays detailing the life cycle of butterflies. Kids were able to craft paper butterflies, with wings that could flutter. After filling out a worksheet, they were offered a prize from the gift shop: a pollinator garden starter, with a journal and trowel. Zoo Events Coordinator Silvia Schuh said the kit helps teach children how Monarch butterflies serve as pollinators.
Contact Brendan Denison at (309) 820-3238. Follow Brendan Denison on Twitter: @BrendanDenison
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CHICAGO - The state of Illinois on Thursday finalized a deal to sell the James R. Thompson Center for $70 million and then buy back about one-third of the building for more than double that amount.
The sale to a company led by Michael Reschke, chairman and CEO of real estate developer The Prime Group, will spare the state’s controversial Helmut Jahn-designed Loop headquarters from the wrecking ball.
The state entered into negotiations with Rechke’s JRTC Holdings in December, and the deal was signed just ahead of a Tuesday deadline set in state law.
The $70 million upfront payment to the state is dwarfed by the roughly $146 million the state will pay to buy back office space once the notoriously rundown building is renovated, a net cost of $76 million.
The inside of the James R. Thompson Center is pictured on March 17, 2020, in Chicago.
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In the long run, however, state officials say the deal is good for taxpayers, who would otherwise bear the full cost of needed upgrades to the 17-story glass-and-steel structure — estimated at $325 million — or of purchasing or leasing other office space in the central business district.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office estimated the deal will save the state $20 million per year over the next 30 years by consolidating office leases and reducing operating expenses.
The sale, expected to close this summer, also will add “vitality to Chicago’s LaSalle Street corridor by honoring the original design through a modern lens,” Pritzker said in a statement.
JRTC Holdings is working with the late Jahn’s firm on its plan to revamp a building, named for former Gov. James R. “Big Jim” Thompson, that has inspired strong opinions since opening in 1985.
The redevelopment plan calls for installing a glass curtain wall to separate the office floors from the soaring atrium, which should alleviate many of the heating and cooling issues and noise problems the building has faced, Reschke said late last year when the tentative agreement was announced.
“That atrium will become the monumental entrance to the future office building, and it will be unlike any other entrance in the city, and for that matter in the country,” he said.
The overhaul is expected to take about two years, and Reschke estimated it will cost about $280 million.
The CTA’s Clark/Lake station that occupies part of the building will remain in operation throughout construction.
Once completed, the state will occupy 425,000 of the building’s 1.2 million square feet.
Most popular girl names in the 60s in Illinois
What's in a name?
Every new parent faces the difficult decision of choosing the perfect name for a newborn. First names rarely get changed after being assigned and carry with them a wide range of meanings and associations. This creates a lot of pressure on expectant parents to pick the perfect moniker for their little ones.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, many parents end up choosing the same names over and over. Research suggests that we pick specific names implying desired characteristics about our children, selecting names for boys and girls intended to shape them. Male monikers are commonly inspired by political, cultural, and personal influences that suggest good, masculine, and well-rounded people.
The 1960s are commonly associated with tie-dye-clad hippies, psychedelic experimentation, and rock 'n' roll icons like the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. But underneath the flower power, free love exterior, the ‘60s were a period of radical social and political change—not only in the United States but around the world. The decade was one characterized by a host of juxtapositions; anger and fear over injustice and uneasy political conditions lived alongside notions of musical awakening and pacifist harmony.
Stacker compiled a list of the most popular baby names for boys in the ‘60s in Illinois using data from the Social Security Administration . Names are ranked by number of babies born. The names in this list represent the distinct intersection of Baby Boomer and Gen X and a reflection of some of the most well-known celebrities, musicians, and trends of the time. Keep reading to see if your name was among the most popular in the ‘60s in your home state.
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#50. Rhonda
Rhonda is a name of Welsh origin meaning "good lance".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,670
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 5 (#813 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #44
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 93,607
Fuller Photography // Shutterstock
#49. Rebecca
Rebecca is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "servant of God".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,721
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 589 (#219 most common name, -87.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #41
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 99,468
Black-Photogaphy // Shutterstock
#48. Cindy
Cindy is a name of Greek origin meaning "woman from Mount Kynthos".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,742
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 85 (#1109 (tie) most common name, -98.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #46
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 91,589
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#47. Melissa
Melissa is a name of Greek origin meaning "honey bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,767
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 655 (#192 most common name, -86.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #33
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 119,212
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#46. Jacqueline
Jacqueline is a name of French origin meaning "may God protect".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,812
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 600 (#213 most common name, -87.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #51
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 84,366
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#45. Jill
Jill is a name of English origin meaning "child of the gods".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,853
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 600 (#213 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #61
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 69,144
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#44. Maria
Maria is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "sea of bitterness".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,870
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,102 (#112 most common name, -77.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #49
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 88,642
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#43. Robin
Robin is a name of German origin meaning "fame-bright".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,979
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 65 (#1301 most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #34
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 118,322
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#42. Catherine
Catherine is a name of Greek origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,988
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 618 (#208 most common name, -87.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #56
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 76,791
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#41. Margaret
Margaret is a name of Greek origin meaning "pearl".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,466
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,170 (#104 most common name, -78.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #53
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 81,869
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#40. Tracy
Tracy is a name of Irish origin meaning "fighter".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,545
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 5 (#3152 (tie) most common name, -99.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #39
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 103,778
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#39. Janet
Janet is a name of Scottish origin meaning "God is gracious".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,686
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 73 (#1219 (tie) most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #47
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 89,307
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#38. Theresa
Theresa is a name of Greek origin meaning "late summer".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,774
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 92 (#1047 (tie) most common name, -98.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #42
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 97,120
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#37. Kathy
Kathy is a name of Greek origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,819
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 26 (#1910 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #40
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 101,119
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#36. Teresa
Teresa is a name of Greek origin meaning "huntress".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,201
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 195 (#577 most common name, -96.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #25
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 151,770
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#35. Carol
Carol is a name of German origin meaning "free man".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,597
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 55 (#1416 most common name, -99.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #38
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 112,341
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#34. Amy
Amy is a name of French origin meaning "beloved".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,751
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 605 (#210 most common name, -91.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #35
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 116,789
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#33. Kelly
Kelly is a name of Irish origin meaning "bright-headed".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,983
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 305 (#389 most common name, -95.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #30
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 128,078
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#32. Tina
Tina is a name of English origin meaning "river".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,013
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 13 (#2320 most common name, -99.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #31
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 126,385
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#31. Brenda
Brenda is a name of Norse origin meaning "sword".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,397
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 166 (#683 (tie) most common name, -97.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #19
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 164,483
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#30. Cheryl
Cheryl is a name of Greek origin meaning "cherry fruit".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,750
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 166 (#683 (tie) most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #28
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 135,650
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#29. Diane
Diane is a name of Latin origin meaning "divine".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,856
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 31 (#1789 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #36
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 114,441
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#28. Denise
Denise is a name of Greek origin meaning "to be devoted to Bacchus".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,053
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 185 (#604 (tie) most common name, -97.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #29
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 128,834
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#27. Tammy
Tammy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "palm tree".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,342
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 185 (#604 (tie) most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #13
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 182,218
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#26. Sharon
Sharon is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "a fertile plain".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,528
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 74 (#1210 most common name, -99.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #23
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 154,883
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#25. Angela
Angela is a name of Latin origin meaning "messenger of God".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,579
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 592 (#217 most common name, -93.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #22
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 159,248
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#24. Kathleen
Kathleen is a name of Irish origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,708
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 167 (#676 (tie) most common name, -98.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #32
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 120,967
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#23. Barbara
Barbara is a name of Greek origin meaning "foreign".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,928
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 104 (#978 (tie) most common name, -98.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #21
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 159,750
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#22. Nancy
Nancy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "grace".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,972
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 134 (#805 most common name, -98.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #26
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 142,707
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#21. Dawn
Dawn is a name of English origin meaning "daybreak".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,061
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 22 (#2011 most common name, -99.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #37
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 114,291
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#20. Debra
Debra is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,333
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 22 (#2011 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #24
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 153,776
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#19. Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "god is my oath".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,441
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 3,509 (#13 most common name, -62.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #17
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 168,897
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#18. Christine
Christine is a name of English origin meaning "follower of Christ".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,449
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 113 (#905 (tie) most common name, -98.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #27
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 139,333
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#17. Jennifer
Jennifer is a name of English origin meaning "white shadow, white wave".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,573
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 578 (#221 (tie) most common name, -94.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #20
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 164,429
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#16. Pamela
Pamela is a name of Greek origin meaning "all sweetness".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,963
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 57 (#1392 most common name, -99.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #14
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 181,948
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#15. Lori
Lori is a name of English origin meaning "bay laurel".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,964
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 12 (#2377 (tie) most common name, -99.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #15
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 176,561
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#14. Sandra
Sandra is a name of Greek origin meaning "defender of man".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,062
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 152 (#730 (tie) most common name, -98.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #11
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 183,812
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#13. Deborah
Deborah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,140
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 73 (#1219 (tie) most common name, -99.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #12
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 183,434
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#12. Donna
Donna is a name of Italian origin meaning "lady of the home".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,563
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 44 (#1561 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #8
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 213,457
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#11. Cynthia
Cynthia is a name of Greek origin meaning "moon goddess".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 11,134
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 262 (#455 (tie) most common name, -97.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #10
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 196,606
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#10. Michelle
Michelle is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God?".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,461
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 819 (#153 most common name, -93.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #9
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 208,285
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#9. Julie
Julie is a name of Latin origin meaning "youthful".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,535
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 217 (#536 most common name, -98.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #18
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 166,151
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#8. Patricia
Patricia is a name of Latin origin meaning "noble".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 13,279
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 175 (#637 (tie) most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #6
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 231,137
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#7. Linda
Linda is a name of Italian origin meaning "beautiful".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 13,310
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 136 (#797 most common name, -99.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #7
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 225,412
Canva
#6. Laura
Laura is a name of Latin origin meaning "bay laurel plant".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 14,160
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 327 (#370 most common name, -97.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #16
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 174,184
Canva
#5. Kimberly
Kimberly is a name of English origin meaning "from the wood of the royal forest".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 15,870
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,034 (#121 most common name, -93.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #5
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 259,092
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#4. Karen
Karen is a name of Danish origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 16,373
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 261 (#458 most common name, -98.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #4
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 286,044
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#3. Susan
Susan is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "lily".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 18,066
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 114 (#899 most common name, -99.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #3
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 287,661
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#2. Mary
Mary is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "drop of the sea".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 22,458
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 856 (#146 most common name, -96.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #2
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 355,223
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#1. Lisa
Lisa is a name of English origin meaning "God's promise".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 25,554
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 94 (#1036 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #1
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 496,980
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CHICAGO - Federal authorities have launched a criminal probe into alleged ghost-payrolling at the Cook County sheriff’s office involving at least nine sheriff’s employees, including one high-ranking official, sources have told the Tribune.
The investigation is centered on whether the employees collected a county paycheck while at the same time were working side jobs or not working at all, sources said.
Federal agents recently visited the sheriff’s office to interview employees and review documents as part of the ongoing probe, according to another source. No criminal charges have been filed.
As part of the investigation, the FBI has sought payroll records from a private security firm in Des Plaines that, according to the company’s website, has employed Cook County sheriff’s office staffers.
The company, Blue Star Security, confirmed to the Tribune this week that it turned over records the FBI requested.
“We are aware of an investigation going on and the FBI did reach out for payroll records which we turned over,” Blue Star said in a Wednesday email. “Other (than) that you should probably direct all questions to either the FBI or sheriff’s department as we have no further knowledge of the scope of said investigation and were told that Blue Star Security is not at all the subject of such.”
Blue Star Security declined further questions on how many sheriff’s office employees were also working at the firm, and reiterated the “investigation is in no relation to any wrongdoing done by the company itself.”
The security company’s website also appears to have removed the name and bio of at least one field supervisor from its website this week. That individual recently held a high-ranking leadership role at Cook County Jail.
Matt Walberg, a spokesman for Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart, said in a statement last week that the office launched an internal investigation in 2021 but did not answer any additional questions on the target or scope of the internal probe or whether any outside agency was also involved.
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart, who is seeking reelection this year, is shown in 2019.
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“An investigation was opened last year by the sheriff’s office,” Walberg said. “The investigation is ongoing. We cannot comment further at this time.”
Following further Tribune inquiry, the sheriff’s department released a similar statement Wednesday,confirming only an internal investigation. Dart’s office also did not comment on whether any employee had been removed from active duty in connection to the probe.
“An investigation was opened into personnel related matters last year by the sheriff’s office. The investigation is ongoing. The sheriff’s office always devotes the necessary resources to such investigations. We cannot comment further at this time,” Walberg said in this week’s statement.
A spokesperson for the FBI had no comment.
This isn’t the first time Cook County sheriff’s office employees have drawn attention from investigators during Dart’s tenure. In 2018, a high-ranking aide in Dart’s office took nearly five years of personal leave to work on his private security business while also collecting nearly $90,000 in health benefits that he wasn’t entitled to, a county public watchdog found.
Dart is seeking reelection this year to what would be his fifth term as sheriff. He has four opponents in the June 28 Democratic primary: Carmen Navarro Gercone, Noland Rivera and Kirk Ortiz, all of Chicago, and LaTonya Ruffin of Country Club Hills.
Most popular girl names in the 60s in Illinois
What's in a name?
Every new parent faces the difficult decision of choosing the perfect name for a newborn. First names rarely get changed after being assigned and carry with them a wide range of meanings and associations. This creates a lot of pressure on expectant parents to pick the perfect moniker for their little ones.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, many parents end up choosing the same names over and over. Research suggests that we pick specific names implying desired characteristics about our children, selecting names for boys and girls intended to shape them. Male monikers are commonly inspired by political, cultural, and personal influences that suggest good, masculine, and well-rounded people.
The 1960s are commonly associated with tie-dye-clad hippies, psychedelic experimentation, and rock 'n' roll icons like the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. But underneath the flower power, free love exterior, the ‘60s were a period of radical social and political change—not only in the United States but around the world. The decade was one characterized by a host of juxtapositions; anger and fear over injustice and uneasy political conditions lived alongside notions of musical awakening and pacifist harmony.
Stacker compiled a list of the most popular baby names for boys in the ‘60s in Illinois using data from the Social Security Administration . Names are ranked by number of babies born. The names in this list represent the distinct intersection of Baby Boomer and Gen X and a reflection of some of the most well-known celebrities, musicians, and trends of the time. Keep reading to see if your name was among the most popular in the ‘60s in your home state.
Monkey Business Images // Shutterstock
#50. Rhonda
Rhonda is a name of Welsh origin meaning "good lance".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,670
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 5 (#813 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #44
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 93,607
Fuller Photography // Shutterstock
#49. Rebecca
Rebecca is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "servant of God".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,721
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 589 (#219 most common name, -87.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #41
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 99,468
Black-Photogaphy // Shutterstock
#48. Cindy
Cindy is a name of Greek origin meaning "woman from Mount Kynthos".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,742
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 85 (#1109 (tie) most common name, -98.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #46
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 91,589
Monkey Business Images // Shutterstock
#47. Melissa
Melissa is a name of Greek origin meaning "honey bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,767
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 655 (#192 most common name, -86.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #33
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 119,212
Blend Images // Shutterstock
#46. Jacqueline
Jacqueline is a name of French origin meaning "may God protect".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,812
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 600 (#213 most common name, -87.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #51
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 84,366
Zdenka Darula // Shutterstock
#45. Jill
Jill is a name of English origin meaning "child of the gods".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,853
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 600 (#213 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #61
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 69,144
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#44. Maria
Maria is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "sea of bitterness".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,870
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,102 (#112 most common name, -77.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #49
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 88,642
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#43. Robin
Robin is a name of German origin meaning "fame-bright".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,979
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 65 (#1301 most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #34
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 118,322
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#42. Catherine
Catherine is a name of Greek origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 4,988
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 618 (#208 most common name, -87.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #56
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 76,791
Canva
#41. Margaret
Margaret is a name of Greek origin meaning "pearl".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,466
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,170 (#104 most common name, -78.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #53
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 81,869
Canva
#40. Tracy
Tracy is a name of Irish origin meaning "fighter".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,545
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 5 (#3152 (tie) most common name, -99.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #39
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 103,778
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#39. Janet
Janet is a name of Scottish origin meaning "God is gracious".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,686
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 73 (#1219 (tie) most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #47
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 89,307
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#38. Theresa
Theresa is a name of Greek origin meaning "late summer".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,774
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 92 (#1047 (tie) most common name, -98.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #42
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 97,120
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#37. Kathy
Kathy is a name of Greek origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 5,819
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 26 (#1910 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #40
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 101,119
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#36. Teresa
Teresa is a name of Greek origin meaning "huntress".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,201
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 195 (#577 most common name, -96.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #25
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 151,770
Canva
#35. Carol
Carol is a name of German origin meaning "free man".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,597
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 55 (#1416 most common name, -99.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #38
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 112,341
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#34. Amy
Amy is a name of French origin meaning "beloved".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,751
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 605 (#210 most common name, -91.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #35
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 116,789
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#33. Kelly
Kelly is a name of Irish origin meaning "bright-headed".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 6,983
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 305 (#389 most common name, -95.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #30
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 128,078
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#32. Tina
Tina is a name of English origin meaning "river".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,013
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 13 (#2320 most common name, -99.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #31
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 126,385
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#31. Brenda
Brenda is a name of Norse origin meaning "sword".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,397
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 166 (#683 (tie) most common name, -97.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #19
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 164,483
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#30. Cheryl
Cheryl is a name of Greek origin meaning "cherry fruit".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,750
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 166 (#683 (tie) most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #28
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 135,650
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#29. Diane
Diane is a name of Latin origin meaning "divine".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 7,856
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 31 (#1789 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #36
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 114,441
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#28. Denise
Denise is a name of Greek origin meaning "to be devoted to Bacchus".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,053
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 185 (#604 (tie) most common name, -97.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #29
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 128,834
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#27. Tammy
Tammy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "palm tree".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,342
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 185 (#604 (tie) most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #13
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 182,218
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#26. Sharon
Sharon is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "a fertile plain".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,528
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 74 (#1210 most common name, -99.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #23
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 154,883
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#25. Angela
Angela is a name of Latin origin meaning "messenger of God".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,579
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 592 (#217 most common name, -93.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #22
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 159,248
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#24. Kathleen
Kathleen is a name of Irish origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,708
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 167 (#676 (tie) most common name, -98.1% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #32
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 120,967
Canva
#23. Barbara
Barbara is a name of Greek origin meaning "foreign".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,928
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 104 (#978 (tie) most common name, -98.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #21
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 159,750
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#22. Nancy
Nancy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "grace".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 8,972
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 134 (#805 most common name, -98.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #26
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 142,707
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#21. Dawn
Dawn is a name of English origin meaning "daybreak".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,061
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 22 (#2011 most common name, -99.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #37
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 114,291
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#20. Debra
Debra is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,333
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 22 (#2011 most common name, data not available compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #24
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 153,776
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#19. Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "god is my oath".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,441
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 3,509 (#13 most common name, -62.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #17
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 168,897
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#18. Christine
Christine is a name of English origin meaning "follower of Christ".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,449
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 113 (#905 (tie) most common name, -98.8% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #27
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 139,333
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#17. Jennifer
Jennifer is a name of English origin meaning "white shadow, white wave".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,573
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 578 (#221 (tie) most common name, -94.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #20
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 164,429
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#16. Pamela
Pamela is a name of Greek origin meaning "all sweetness".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,963
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 57 (#1392 most common name, -99.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #14
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 181,948
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#15. Lori
Lori is a name of English origin meaning "bay laurel".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 9,964
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 12 (#2377 (tie) most common name, -99.9% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #15
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 176,561
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#14. Sandra
Sandra is a name of Greek origin meaning "defender of man".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,062
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 152 (#730 (tie) most common name, -98.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #11
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 183,812
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#13. Deborah
Deborah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "bee".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,140
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 73 (#1219 (tie) most common name, -99.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #12
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 183,434
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#12. Donna
Donna is a name of Italian origin meaning "lady of the home".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 10,563
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 44 (#1561 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #8
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 213,457
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#11. Cynthia
Cynthia is a name of Greek origin meaning "moon goddess".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 11,134
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 262 (#455 (tie) most common name, -97.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #10
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 196,606
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#10. Michelle
Michelle is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God?".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,461
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 819 (#153 most common name, -93.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #9
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 208,285
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#9. Julie
Julie is a name of Latin origin meaning "youthful".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,535
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 217 (#536 most common name, -98.3% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #18
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 166,151
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#8. Patricia
Patricia is a name of Latin origin meaning "noble".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 13,279
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 175 (#637 (tie) most common name, -98.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #6
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 231,137
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#7. Linda
Linda is a name of Italian origin meaning "beautiful".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 13,310
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 136 (#797 most common name, -99.0% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #7
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 225,412
Canva
#6. Laura
Laura is a name of Latin origin meaning "bay laurel plant".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 14,160
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 327 (#370 most common name, -97.7% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #16
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 174,184
Canva
#5. Kimberly
Kimberly is a name of English origin meaning "from the wood of the royal forest".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 15,870
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 1,034 (#121 most common name, -93.5% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #5
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 259,092
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#4. Karen
Karen is a name of Danish origin meaning "pure".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 16,373
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 261 (#458 most common name, -98.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #4
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 286,044
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#3. Susan
Susan is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "lily".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 18,066
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 114 (#899 most common name, -99.4% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #3
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 287,661
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#2. Mary
Mary is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "drop of the sea".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 22,458
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 856 (#146 most common name, -96.2% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #2
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 355,223
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#1. Lisa
Lisa is a name of English origin meaning "God's promise".
Illinois
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 25,554
- Number of babies from 2010 to 2019: 94 (#1036 most common name, -99.6% compared to the 60s)
National
- Rank: #1
- Number of babies from 1960 to 1969: 496,980
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