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Illinois Residents Getting Sick Because of a Dangerous Parasite
If you've been feeling sick over the past couple of months, it may be due to a parasite that typically causes more illnesses in the summer months. According to the Centers for Disease Control, they're investigating an "outbreak linked to a food source" which causes a diarrheal illness reportedly due to a parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis, or cyclosporiasis.
Illinois quick hits: Mayor pushing back on property tax hikes; electric van fires being investigated
Mayor pushing back on property tax hikes A group of northern Illinois mayors are pushing back after resident’s property tax bills skyrocketed. Harvey Mayor Christopher Clark is included and is pursuing efforts to address the surging property tax bills. Clark said Harvey was one of 15 south suburban communities that saw increases of 30% or more in property taxes. During a news conference, Clark said his administration is calling for support for other communities to commit to a “hold the tax” pledge. ...
Opponents fear fewer jobs for Black nurses if proposed law enacted
(The Center Square) – Despite opposition, a bill that creates a Certified Medication Aide program passed both chambers of the Illinois Legislature and awaits the governor's signature. Opponents fear it could further burden nurses and mean fewer jobs for Black registered nurses. Senate Bill 1779 seeks to create a “certified medication aide” program. Through the program, qualified individuals will be able to administer medications under the supervision of a registered nurse. The bill has been sent to the governor. ...
Decatur Police calling for drivers to slow down
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — Decatur Police are working to crack down on speeding. The department has teamed up with Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police to step up enforcement efforts across the state to reduce speeding. During the month of July, drivers can expect more officers on...
Danville High School’s Future Problem Solvers is shaping the minds of the future
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Danville High School’s Future Problem Solvers has been a program encouraging education in young students since 1974. Preparing tomorrow’s leaders can be a tricky task, but as this group of students proves, all it takes is some dedication. “We’re not a university town, we are not a city. So we don’t […]
Effingham Co. Animal Shelter is full; has no open kennels
EFFINGHAM, Ill. (WCIA) — The Effingham County Animal Shelter announced they are completely full and are asking for anyone interested in adopting to check out some of their available dogs. Earlier this week, the shelter announced in a Facebook post that they have reached capacity, including in their emergency kennels. As of Friday evening, the […]
Liji Surrao, FNP-BC, Joins Riverside’s Primary Care Providers
Surrao is accepting new patients in Bourbonnais. Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified internal medicine provider Liji Surrao, FNP-BC. Internal medicine providers specialize in comprehensive and preventative care for patients 18 and older. Surrao completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Lakeview College of Nursing in Danville and her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner Degree at West Coast University in Los Angeles. In addition to her education, Surrao is a board-certified family nurse practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Critters Uncaged: Miller Park Zoo | Meet Ringo the Opossum
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WCIA) — He’s the only marsupial in North America and he’s hanging out with us in today’s Critters Uncaged. Joining ciLiving today to introduce us to Ringo is Miller Park Zoo Educator, Ty Harris. . Opossums are the only marsupial...
2024 Regional Jehovah’s Witness Convention returns to Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — Thousands of people came out to the first day of the 2024 Regional Jehovah’s Witness Convention in Bloomington. The three-day convention is held annually at Grossinger Motors Arena. From June 26-28, they held the same convention in Spanish and had roughly 4,000 people in...
Angel Reese Breaks The Internet With Pregame Outfit
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese is preparing for a matchup against the Seattle Storm at 10:00 p.m. ET on Friday. Before tipping off on the West Coast, Reese made sure to put on a show with her pregame outfit. The rookie out of LSU was rocking a light-tone short-cut dress, paired with a ...
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