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Incentives help solar industry amid higher costs linked to inflation
Along with other U.S. states, Illinois is working to make itself more dependent on renewable energy sources rather than fossil fuels. The head of a local Bloomington-Normal solar installation company said state and federal incentives make Illinois one of the strongest to go solar. Shannon Fulton runs the Bloomington office...
Illinois quick hits: Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2%
Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2% The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced Thursday that the state's unemployment rate increased to 5.2%, while nonfarm payrolls increased nearly 13,000 in July. The national unemployment rate was 4.3% in July, up from the previous month. Based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the industry sectors with monthly payroll job declines included Manufacturing, Leisure and Hospitality, and Trade,...
3 Illinois dental schools secure funding
Three dental schools in Illinois earned endowments from the Illinois State Dental Society. Each of the three schools will receive $8,000 from the ISDS Foundation's dental education endowment fund. Here are the three schools and how they plan to use the additional funds:. UIC College of Dentistry (Chicago): Upgrade its...
Sportsbook reverses decision on surcharges for Illinois bettors
(The Center Square) – In the wake of tax hikes on sports betting apps in Illinois, one operator that announced surcharges to make up revenue is changing course. DraftKings announced last month it would add surcharges to high-tax states like Illinois, which just hiked taxes on sports books from 15% to as much as 40%. Now the company says for the time being, no surcharges will be imposed. “We always...
A Second Round of Potent Storms Possible
More storms are targeting central Illinois. A low-pressure system is marching across the region, and it already brought one round of hefty showers and storms on Thursday morning. Springfield got drenched with over 3/4" of rain, and Decatur picked up nearly an inch. Now central Illinois is in the warm...
Central Illinois Boat Races Return for Thrilling Summer Event This Labor Day Weekend
Central Illinois – The excitement is building as the highly anticipated boat races return to the Kankakee River for a thrilling summer event this Labor Day weekend, running from August 30 to September 1, 2024. This year’s regatta promises a weekend filled with high-speed action, live music, and a variety of activities suitable for the whole family.
Peoria’s Liv Warfield’s run on America’s Got Talent comes to an end
(25News Now) - Peoria’s Liv Warfield will not advance to the next round of NBC’s America’s Got Talent despite having one of the judges solidly in her corner. Warfield found out Wednesday night that she did not receive enough votes from viewers to qualify for the top five, and a chance to compete in the semifinals. Warfield, a Peoria Notre Dame won rave reviews from the judges Tuesday belting out her original song called “The Unexpected.” To see her performance, click here.
TV6 Investigates Talks: Why can’t you find housing in your budget?
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - People can’t find housing that will fit their budget. TV6 Investigates reporter Matt Christensen and producer Heidi Knecht revisit his series on the housing crisis in the Quad Cities. Christensen did a story a year and a half ago that covered a lot of reasons...
This weekend in Iowa: The House Flies album release, a Benefit for Palestine and a look at Davenport’s twisted history
It’s the middle of August, which means humid days, college students scrambling to move in, and as this edition of the Weekender proves, plenty of quality events throughout Iowa. The Moline-based shoegaze band The House Flies celebrates their new album with a show at the Raccoon Motel. A full lineup of performers is slated to perform at a benefit for Palestine at the Englert Theatre. If you’re in the mood for drinks and Iowa history, the Putnam Museum will feature UI professor and Davenport native Gates Thomas on “Davenport’s Twisted History” as part of its History on Tap lecture series on Thursday night.
Bettendorf school bus strikes pedestrian causing serious injuries
BETTENDORF, Iowa — A man sustained life-threatening injuries after being struck by a school bus in Bettendorf on Wednesday, Aug. 14. Bettendorf police responded to the pedestrian accident at the intersection of Devils Glen Road and Tanglefoot Lane just before 9:30 a.m. According to police, an 81-year-old man was...
Kenna Nimrick named Abilities Plus ‘Achiever of the Month’
July’s Ability Plus “Achiever of the Month” is Kenna Nimrick. Kenna was nominated because of her enjoyment in participating in classes and her willingness to always help others around her. In addition to those qualities, Kenna is friendly and respectful to those around her and has a...
2 Clinton firefighters injured in storage unit fire
Clinton firefighters quickly put out a fire at a storage unit early Wednesday morning, according to a news release from the department. The Clinton Fire Department was called to a structure fire at North Bridge Mini Storage, 2021 McKinley Street, on Wednesday, August 14 at about 2:34 a.m. Camanche firefighters were dispatched as a Rapid […]
Kewanee police blotter for August 14
Sayde Tapia, 22, Kewanee was issued a notice to appear for allowing a dog to run at large after police received a report of an animal at large in the 100 block of North East Street. Michael L. Hockaday, 51, Erie, was cited for expired registration and given a notice...
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