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FBI Warning Illinois Residents about the Danger of ‘Jugging’
It's important to always be aware of your surroundings and that's never been more important than it is now in our modern era. The FBI is warning Illinois residents about a rise in incidents involving 'jugging'. It's much more dangerous and common than it sounds. It was just reported a...
Illinois Heat Wave Warning: High Temperatures Expected Next Week
Chicago, IL – Residents across Illinois are advised to prepare for a significant heat wave next week. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Quad Cities office, above-average temperatures with heat indices between 95 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit are expected. Some areas may experience heat indices exceeding 100 degrees.
25 Illinois Red Lobsters May Have Just Been Saved from Bankruptcy
The report of Red Lobster's demise may have been a bit premature after all. It appears that 25 Illinois locations may have just been saved from bankruptcy thanks to a sale in the 11th hour. According to Scrape Hero and Red Lobster's official site, there are currently 25 restaurants in...
At least one black bear spotted at multiple downstate Illinois sites
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The famous "Bear Down, Chicago Bears" fight song tells us the Bears are the pride and joy of Illinois—but actual, literal bears are scarce in the state.However, at least one bear has been spotted in downstate Illinois lately—and it was not Staley, the mascot for the human football-playing Bears of the NFL. This was the real thing.This week, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources noted that North American black bears have established populations in Missouri and Wisconsin—and thus, bears sometimes come into Illinois during the summer months despite no resident populations in the state.Recently, bear sightings have been...
Illinois quick hits: Low-income families to get full child support amount
Low-income families to get full child support amount The Department of Healthcare and Family Services has announced that all child support collected on behalf of Illinois’ low-income families with children who are current or former Temporary Assistance for Needy Families recipients will be passed through to the family and will no longer be retained by the state. As of July 1, any amount of child support that was collected and...
3 Illinois members of Congress skip Netanyahu's speech over Israeli war policy
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint meeting of Congress on Wednesday, some lawmakers decided not to attend the speech out of their disapproval of his handling of Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza.Among the members of Congress who said they wouldn't attend Netanyahu's speech were U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, and U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky (D-Evanston) and Delia Ramirez (D-Chicago). Schakowsky was among a group of lawmakers who instead met with the families of Israeli hostages. She said they have growing resentment toward the prime minister and his inaction to end the conflict."These are people that are very...
Over 500 Illinois workers say promised raises have not arrived
Some Illinois workers have said they’re not getting the raise they were promised. Teamsters Local 916 said the Illinois Department of Central Management Services is not paying negotiated wage increases to more than 500 unionized workers.
Governor proclaims July 25th as Richard Oglesby Day to recognize 200th birthday
July 24, 2024 – Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed Richard James Oglesby Day is July 25, 2024, in the State of Illinois. This proclamation is to recognize Governor Oglesby’s contribution to the state and to the country on the 200th anniversary of his birth. The proclamation was requested by the Gov. Oglesby Mansion Board of Directors.
Section 8 Housing applications closing in Mt. Vernon on July 31
MOUNT VERNON, Ind. (WEHT) – Housing is an issue everywhere and in Mt. Vernon, it can be especially hard to find Section 8 Housing. The Mt. Vernon Housing Authority says this is a rare decision, but necessary for the Posey County. The Housing Authority currently provides assistance to 183 families in Posey County, but there’s […]
Construction restricts an entrance to Vanderburgh Co. Fair
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – According to the Indiana State Police (ISP), the Vanderburgh County Fair has a restricted entrance due to a construction project. The ISP says due to the ongoing construction project on Highway 41, northbound fair traffic will have to enter the fairgrounds from Boonville New Harmony Road, using either Gate 1 or […]
OLNEY FFA ALUMNI GOLF OUTING ONE WEEK AWAY
(OLNEY) The Olney FFA Alumni Golf Outing is now one week away, set for Friday, August 2nd, at the Richland Golf Club with the cost at $300 for a team of four or $75 per person. With lunch at 12:00 and a shotgun start at 1:00, it’s cash payouts for the top three teams, plus various prizes and a 50/50 raffle with tickets on sale that day. To register, call or text Austin at 618-562-1994. Proceeds to support Olney FFA activities & scholarships.
Docs: Victim of murder was ‘like a father’ to Suspect
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A witness described the victim of a recent Vincennes murder as “like a father” to the man police say shot and killed him. That’s according to a probable cause affidavit filed in Knox County Superior Court in relation to the arrest of 18-year-old Calvin James Wittmer.
Watch for School Buses As School Gets Ready to Start Again
With another school year about to start, State Police are providing some tips on how to make sure everyone stays safe. Officers are encouraging you to be patient and stop while buses are loading and unloading children, check carefully before backing out of your driveway or parking space, drive slowly, get your kids to the bus stop early (if needed), teach your children about how to safely get on/off the bus, and make sure they maintain space between themselves and vehicles and the the road.
Rockford unemployment rate rises slightly as jobs decrease
ILLINOIS (WIFR) - New unemployment numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security show the unemployment rate increasing in all of Illinois’ 14 metropolitan areas. Since June 2023, the Rockford-area unemployment rate increased by .5 percent from 6.2 to 6.7 percent. Data...
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