January 10 2022

Illegal migrant crossings of the English Channel have hit their highest monthly total for the year as people-smuggling efforts ramped up during the warmer weather. A total of 3,136 illegal migrants in 76 boats landed on British shores in the month of June, the highest total for a month so far this year, according to analysis from the PA News Agency as reported by ITV News. June’s crossings take the known total for the year to 12,690, more than five times the number that had crossed at this point of the year in 2020 (2,493) and over double that recorded in the first six months of last year (5,917). Crossings of the English Channel from France typically ramp up during the late summer and autumn amid calmer conditions on the busy waterway, with the highest monthly total being recorded in November of last year when 6,971 migrants were brought ashore. The pace of boat landings is on track to meet the prediction of 65,000 migrant arrivals by the end of the year, though some have … [Read more...] about Illegal Boat Migrant Crossings Hit Highest Monthly Total for the Year

close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for July 2 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! Kevin Durant broke his silence with a cryptic message on Twitter Saturday, just days after reports speculated that the NBA star had requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets . "The ones who were locked in that gym with me know what it is, they know what I’m about," Durant wrote. "If u haven’t been in there with me, ask around." Durant became the center of NBA free agency attention on Thursday when he reportedly requested a trade from the Nets less than a year after signing a contract extension with the team. The Brooklyn Nets' Kevin Durant, right, shoots over the New York Knicks' Mitchell Robinson during a game at the Barclays Center Mar. 13, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig) KEVIN DURANT TRADE RUMORS: SUNS, … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant addresses Nets trade rumors with cryptic tweet

0 Seasonal & Holidays See Patch's guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Clearwater. D'Ann Lawrence White , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Reply CLEARWATER, FL — After two years of cancellations and modifications, residents in cities and counties across the country are looking forward to many of the traditional Independence Day activities that mark the summer holiday. Clearwater Celebrates America At The Ballpark As construction continues on the Imagine Clearwater project that is redesigning Coachman Park, the traditional location for Clearwater's Fourth of July celebration, the city is making plans for the second year to host Clearwater Celebrates America at the Ballpark July 4 at BayCare Ballpark, 601 Old Coachman Road. Attendees can celebrate America's birthday in style with a music-choreographed fireworks show, a star-studded concert featuring the Black Honkeys … [Read more...] about July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Clearwater

44 Politics & Government Sean Casten beats Marie Newman in the incumbent vs. incumbent Democratic primary in the redrawn Illinois 6th Congressional District. Lorraine Swanson , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Replies ILLINOIS — Updated 11.40 p.m. U.S. Rep. Sean Casten has won the Democratic nomination in the redrawn Illinois 6th Congressional District. Casten won the incumbent vs. incumbent primary over the rookie congresswoman, U.S. Rep. Marie Newman. AP called the race for Casten around 9 p.m. Casten was leading with 42,610 votes (68%) across the 6th District to Newman’s 19,005 (28%). Challenger Charles Hughes, of Chicago’s Garfield Ridge neighborhood, who posted a picture of himself earlier on election day, came in third with 1,795 votes (3.2%), according to unofficial tallies. The Downers Grove democrat saw much of his district disappear from DuPage County into suburban Cook and the city’s Southwest Side during … [Read more...] about Casten Gets Democratic Nod, Newman Pledges Support: IL Primary 2022

2 Community Corner Farmers markets across the state are starting to open for the season. Check out our annual guide to some of the best Illinois has to offer. Eric DeGrechie , Patch Staff Replies ILLINOIS — Farmers markets are annually a rite of spring throughout the state, bringing members of communities together. With summer officially starting next month, the weekly markets are beginning to open, and will be busy spots through the fall. The Illinois Department of Agriculture said the COVID-19 outbreak has highlighted how vital farmers markets are to communities and the agricultural industry. Farmers markets provide consumer access to local produce and fresh food, as well as providing a marketplace for Illinois farmers and specialty crop growers, according to the IDOA. While COVID-19 restrictions have eased compared to the last few years, most markets have specific pandemic rules in place and are taking precautions to ensure … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Illinois Farmers Market Guide 2022

0 Seasonal & Holidays Independence Day is Monday — here's where you can celebrate with a fireworks show in Chicago and the suburbs. Shannon Antinori , Patch Staff Posted Reply ILLINOIS — Summer is here, and July 4 festivities are underway. If you don't have plans for ringing in Independence Day, Patch has got you covered: Check out our guide to the best July 4 fireworks displays in the area. This year, the 4th of July falls on Monday, and there are still plenty of parades, concerts and fireworks shows through the long weekend. Plus: 4th Of July 2022 Fireworks: What's Legal, What's Not In Illinois 2022 Summer Festival Guide For Chicago, Suburbs Make A Splash This Summer At These Illinois Water Parks Here are the best spots to see amazing fireworks displays for July 4 in Illinois. » CITY OF CHICAGO Navy Pier What: Summer fireworks at Navy Pier through Labor Day weekend When: … [Read more...] about July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks In Illinois