Illinois congressional maps receive ‘F’ grade, some say they are not in Illinoisans’ best interest – CIProud.com
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by: Janie Bohlmann
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Illinois lawmakers are working to approve congressional redistricting maps, which could change who represents the area people live in.
Bradley University Professor Brad McMillan said the current draft is visually offensive. The Princeton Gerrymandering Project grades congressional maps and gave Illinois the overall grade of an “F.”
McMillan said the draft splits 42 counties and ignores typical geographic boundaries. He said it also pits urban areas against rural areas.
“This map is clearly designed to connect urban areas, and you know, create districts that lean democratic, and then put the few remaining Republican members of Congress in extremely large rural districts that have no metropolitan base,” said McMillan.
McMillan believed the proposed maps do not serve the best interest of the people of Illinois and could divide the state.
“This should be about good government and about representing communities the best way possible, and when you have these incredibly large districts, it’s going to be hard for a member of congress to travel those distances and serve those communities,” said McMillan.
The Illinois General Assembly Redistricting Committee meets Wednesday. McMillan expects a congressional map to be passed soon.
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PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A local non-profit that mentors inner city kids is giving back so families can celebrate Thanksgiving properly.
Antwaun Banks, CEO and founder of Product of the Project, said the group is hosting a Turkey Drive on Saturday, November 20 to uplift the community.
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The average daily temperature in Illinois is almost two degrees Fahrenheit warmer since the onset of industrialization, according to a top climate scientist.
Dr. Don Wuebbels, professor of atmospheric sciences at the University of Illinois and former White House expert on climate science, discussed the key findings of the newly released Illinois Climate Assessment at Bradley University on Friday.
By Certified Executive Chef Mark Shoopman, CEC, CFBE
Mix all the dry ingredients together in one bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin and the melted butter together. Next whisk in the milk followed by the eggs and maple syrup. Now add the flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture and whisk until smooth. It is okay if it is a little lumpy so do not over mix. If it appears too thick, you can add a little more milk. Preheat a griddle over medium heat and coat it with vegetable oil. Spoon ¼ cup portions of the batter onto the griddle and sprinkle evenly a teaspoon of the diced apples into each pancake. Cook until they begin to bubble on the top and golden brown on the bottom, about 1-2 minutes. Flip and continue to cook for 30 seconds. Remove from skillet and serve immediately. Top with softened butter and garnish sundried cranberries and candied pecans. Present with warm maple syrup.