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Illinois Voted Most Hated State in America – It’s Chicago’s Fault
I want to be clear that I do not hate Illinois, so don't shoot the messenger. I'm just letting you know that the Land of Lincoln has just been named the most hated state in America and the blame is firmly on Chicago. When I saw this new top 10...
Tuesday’s Heat Index Map for Missouri & Illinois is Terrifying
If you thought Monday was hot, wait until you see the heat index map for Missouri and Illinois for Tuesday. It's led to excessive heat warnings and advisories for nearly all of both states. The National Weather Service in Saint Louis, Missouri just updated the outlook for Tuesday in both...
Macon County Tourism Generates $226.8 Million in Visitor Spending
August 26, 2024 –The Decatur Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) announced that Macon County generated $226.8 million in visitor spending and $10.4 million in local tax revenue in 2023, contributing to Illinois’ record-breaking tourism growth. This economic impact directly supported 1,533 jobs in the tourism and hospitality...
DCFS worker from Springfield was 'doing her job protecting kids' on day of fatal stabbing
A former first assistant in the Sangamon County State's Attorney's office said Deidre (Graham) Silas was "just doing her job protecting kids" when the child protection specialist was fatally stabbed in a home on the southern tip of Sangamon County on Jan. 4, 2022. Benjamin Howard Reed, 35, is accused of killing the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services worker. ...
25 Sports High School Monday - August 26, 2024
(25News Now) - It’s the first full day of Fall High School Sports in Central Illinois. Girl’s Volleyball and Boy’s Soccer both kicked off their seasons today, while Football will kick off Week 1 on Friday Night. The next stop on the 25 Sports Football Tour was...
25 Sports Football Tour - Bloomington Raiders
(25News Now) - After going 6-5 overall and making it to the 6A State Playoffs, the Bloomington Raiders have a new man in charge. Niall Mulcahy has been with the program for a number of years as an assistant, but now takes over as Head Coach. Mulcahy and the Raiders...
‘Thinking outside the box’ to help ease housing crunch
BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL (25News Now) - Community-run groups are trying to help the city find solutions for the lack of housing in the Bloomington-Normal area. Three organizations, Bloomington Revivalists, Bloomington-Normal Community Land Trust, and McLean County Cohousing gathered at the Bloomington Public Library to attend the “Thinking Outside the Box Housing Forum” Sunday.
Jacksonville Doctor Receives Rare Menopause Care Designation
SIU Medicine has announced that a local doctor has received a special designation for women’s health. Dr. Jeffrey Olejnik has successfully earned The Menopause Society Certified Practitioner designation. This designation reflects a commitment to providing exceptional care to women during the menopause transition and beyond. Only four providers within a 50-mile radius of Springfield hold this distinction, according to the announcement.
Springfield woman honored for work on Homeless Outreach Team
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — A dedicated Community Care Coordinator in Springfield is receiving the Certificate of Commendation from the Springfield Police Department for her work with the Homeless Outreach Team. Shanon Allen's efforts lead to saving the life of a man who was unhoused for over 20 years. The...
Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes discuss reaction to Ferentz suspension amid preparation for Illinois State
From an outside perspective, the Iowa football team should carry some added motivation when they take on Illinois State for the 2024 season opener. That contest against the Redbirds will be head coach Kirk Ferentz’s first missed game in his 26 years at the helm in Iowa City. Yet, similar to how Ferentz addressed the media last week, the Hawkeyes are more than ready to move on.
Men’s Basketball Reveals 2024-25 Non-Conference Schedule
NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State men's basketball head coach Ryan Pedon has announced his 2024-25 non-conference schedule, which includes six home games, two true road contests, and three games at the Paradise Jam in the U.S. Virgin Islands. "I am really excited about our non-conference schedule," said Pedon. "This...
RhinoAg worker: ‘A lot of people’ felt closure was imminent
GIBSON CITY — When employees of RhinoAg’s Gibson City manufacturing facility were informed on the morning of Monday, Aug. 19, that all would be losing their jobs and the plant closed within the next several months, the mood was “somber,” one recalled a week later. “Very...
Boot Camp: Dee-Mack with big plans despite small senior class
MACKINAW, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — It won’t take long for Dee-Mack football to have a senior day ceremony this fall. But the Chiefs hope the season is a lengthy one for those seniors. There are only six seniors in the 63-player Dee-Mack program this year but one of them is Max Eccles, a valuable running back, […]
The Sweet Corn Festival Returns to Uptown Normal
NORMAL, Ill. — This past weekend, the Sweet Corn Circus took place in Uptown Normal. This event occurs around this time every year and runs from Saturday to Sunday. Alongside the corn were tents and booths for many businesses and groups in the Bloomington-Normal area. The event featured acrobatics...
Normal West Beats Rochester In Season Opener
Tyler Mora and Kaleb McMorris both scored second half goals for the Wildcats to lead Normal West to a 2-1 win over Rochester in the season opener at Rochester on Monday evening. Landon Kutscher scored a free kick goal with 9 minutes to play for the Rockets, who open CS8 play at Southeast on Tuesday before traveling to Williamsville on Wednesday.
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