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DEA: Burglars target independent, small pharmacies for 'greed'
ST. LOUIS — It's been a big problem for independent, small pharmacies. The Drug Enforcement Administration believes thieves are targeting these non-chain businesses out of greed, calling it a crime of opportunity. On Thursday in the Metro East, two men from Ohio were sentenced to federal prison. George Cunningham...
The Springfield Park District honors three local lifeguards who saved a life
The Springfield Park District has recently honored three local lifeguards for saving a life. In July, the three lifeguards jumped into action during an emergency at the Nelson Center pool. What seemed like an ordinary lifeguard shift for Olivia Killion, Konnor Martin, and Adam Gee changed in a matter of...
Man dead after ATV crash in Decatur
DECATUR Ill. (WCIA) — A Decatur man is dead after hitting an object while driving his ATV. Macon County Coroner Michael Day said in a release Friday morning that 45-year-old Aron Arthur Bradshaw was pronounced dead at a Decatur hospital at 3:25 p.m. Thursday. Around 2:47 p.m. Bradshaw was riding an ATV near the intersection […]
Springfield psychiatrist: Reed had 'bona fide mental health conditions and disorders'
A Springfield psychiatrist who has twice examined Benjamin Howard Reed, a Thayer man charged with stabbing and bludgeoning of child protective services worker Deidre (Graham) Silas in 2022, said in Sangamon County court Wednesday that there didn't appear to be any doubt that Reed suffered from "substantial disorder of thought, mood and behavior." Dr. Terry M. Killian testified that Reed, 35, had a dissociative disorder, complex post-traumatic distress order and a likely personality disorder. ...
Secretary Naig reflects on the Farm Progress Show
Not only do we enjoy the Farm Progress Show for the innovation that is showcased, but we also get a chance to hear from ag policymakers and talk about the issues that face the industry. There was no shortage of those conversations at the Boone site this year. U.S. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack was there, as was House Ag Committee Chairman G.T. Thompson of Pennsylvania. The Farm Bill and the ag economy were hot topics discussed.
Danville Wins First Ever DHS Girls Flag Football Game; as New Ned Whitesell Field Opens
ABOVE: Peoria Richwood players (left) and Danville High School players (right) pose before the first ever girls flag football game in Danville High School history; in the first event at the refurbished Ned Whitesell Field. Coaches Taylor Williams and Bryan Simmons saw their DHS Girls Flag Football Team defeat Peoria...
Five injured in multi-vehicle I-70 crash
TEUTOPOLIS, Ill. (WCIA) – First responders rushed to the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on I-70 in Effingham County Thursday evening. Shortly after 5:15 p.m., Teutopolis and Montrose Fire Departments responded to a multi-vehicle accident on I-70 eastbound between the I-57 north exit and the Montrose exit, just north of Teutopolis. Once on the scene, […]
#24 Marquette Volleyball Looks to Dominate Eastern Illinois in Season Opener
The Marquette Golden Eagles volleyball team kicks off their 2024 season with a single match at Eastern Illinois, a departure from their usual multi-team opening weekend. Ranked #24 in the AVCA preseason poll, Marquette looks to build on last year’s success, which included a Big East title and an NCAA tournament appearance. Despite finishing strong in 2023, they struggled during the non-conference schedule, which included a seven-match losing streak against ranked opponents. The team returns six of seven starters, aiming for another solid performance against an Eastern Illinois squad fresh off an NCAA tournament appearance.
Illinois vs. Eastern Illinois: Live updates, score, results, highlights, for Thursday's NCAA Football game
The Eastern Illinois Panthers will start their season against they. Kickoff is scheduled at 9:00 p.m. ET on Thursday at Memorial Stadium. Looking back to last season, Eastern Illinois had a phenomenal run, finishing with a superb 8-3 record. On the other hand, Illinois will seek to improve after finishing 5-7.
Illini, Mizzou kick-off tonight
-0- Illinois' home opener kicks off at 8 pm tonight (THU) against Eastern Illinois. The pregame show begins at 7 pm here on the Big-Z - 107.1 FM. Game time is set for 8 pm. > Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema:. _. > EIU Panthers head coach Chris...
Illinois Football Suffers a Surprise Departure at Tight End
Illinois Football has suffered another surprising loss in Robby Discher’s tight end unit. On Wednesday afternoon, Illini head coach Bret Bielema announced that TE Nathan Guinn has stepped away from the football team. The redshirt freshman was in line to be an important depth piece this Fall, after the loss of starter Cole Rusk. Guinn is a big tight end (6’6 – 245 lbs), who could have been a rotational contributor in the passing attack.
Illinois high school football recap: Peoria-area highlights from IHSA Week 1
We had dramatic finishes, late finishes and so much more in Week 1 of the Illinois high school football season. Here is the Journal Star preps experience for Week 1, your one-stop shop as we look around the Peoria-area football landscape to open the 2024 high school season: ...
Illinois man convicted in fatal stabbing of child welfare worker attacked during home visit
An Illinois man accused of stabbing a state child welfare worker to death as she was making a home visit to check on children has been found guilty but mentally ill in her killing.The video in the player above is from an earlier report.Sangamon County Circuit Judge John Madonia convicted Benjamin Howard Reed on Thursday of first-degree murder in the killing of Deidre Silas, who was a child protection specialist for the Department of Children and Family Services.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchMaldonia called Silas' slaying "one of the most brutal and heinous" cases he's seen...
One dead after IL 121 crash north of Sullivan
MOULTRIE COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — At least one person is dead following a head-on crash in Moultrie County Thursday afternoon. The crash happened on Illinois Route 121 just north of Sullivan. Officials with the Illinois State Police said the crash involved a commercial motor vehicle. At least one fatality has been reported, they said. Route […]
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