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Illinois Home To One Of Most Expensive Colleges In America
In recent years, the dream of earning a degree from a top-tier university has become increasingly elusive, as tuition costs have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. The financial burden of pursuing higher education is now a critical concern for students and families alike, forcing many to reconsider their academic aspirations. College...
Southern Illinois Food Security Summit to Tackle Hunger and Nutrition Access
The fourth annual Southern Illinois Food Security Summit aims to address the growing issue of food insecurity in rural communities throughout the region. The event will bring together food pantries, schools, healthcare providers, farmers, businesses, religious organizations, and community members dedicated to improving healthy food access and nutrition security. This...
Illinois man sentenced to prison for dealing meth in Posey County
POSEY COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — An Illinois man will serve prison time for selling meth in southern Indiana. The Posey County Prosecutor's Office announced Wednesday that 46-year-old Michael Anthony Turpin of Albion was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to dealing meth. Prosecutors say Turpin admitted...
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
Coca-Cola and OREO team up to create new limited edition flavored drinks and cookies
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND)- Coca-Cola and OREO are teaming up as two "bestie" brands to create a new limited edition drink and cookie flavor. According to the Coca-Cola Company, the brands are teaming up to offer fans unique flavor experiences that celebrate the “Real Magic” of friendship. A pair...
Jayoo Da Boss: Family Representative
If you haven’t seen Jayoo Da Boss perform live, you probably haven’t been to Cypher Saturdays at Canopy Club very much over the past couple of years. Ever since the monthly series re-launched post-covid in January of 2022, Da Boss (Justan Reynolds) has been a regular staple, building and growing all the time with “The Family.”
Visit Sustainable Student Farm’s stand outside Illini Union on Thursdays
Every Thursday, the Sustainable Student Farm at the University of Illinois has a stand set up on the south side of Illini Union by the Main Quad. From 11 to 4 p.m. every Thursday between late May and end of October, there’s another opportunity besides Champaign Market and Urbana’s Market at the Square to support sustainably produced food and the SSF who is doing the work. Here’s a recent Instagram Reel posted by Illini Union which showcases a bit of the stand.
Schedule to donate during the WAND Blood Drive
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - WAND News is partnering with the American Red Cross for a blood drive in September. It will take place at the Decatur Blood Donation Center, 2674 N. Main Street, on Sept. 3 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The American Red Cross has declared an emergency...
Elite Illinois basketball guard earns top-40 billing in updated recruiting rankings
The Illinois basketball class of 2024 has turned out to be pretty special on paper. After the 2023-24 campaign, the Illini didn’t just have to add a few pieces to get back to prominence. Brad Underwood had to completely rebuild the program, as only two scholarship players returned to the roster.
Purchase of Firearm Leads to Four Years in Prison
An Indianapolis woman has been sentenced to four years in prison in connection with the purchase of the firearm that was used to kill a Champaign Police officer in 2021. Ashantae Corruthers is being imprisoned for engaging in a conspiracy to illegally purchase and transfer a firearm and engaging in misleading conduct. Corruthers had previously pleaded guilty admitting she conspired with co-defendant Regina Lewis and Darion M. Lafayette, now deceased, to purchase and transfer a firearm to Lafayette.
$1 million winning Lotto ticket sold in Homewood
CHICAGO, August 14, 2024 – An Illinois Lottery player in the south suburbs of Chicago won the Lotto Million 1 this week – becoming a millionaire overnight. The $1 million-winning Lotto ticket was purchased for the Monday, August 12 drawing of Lotto Million 1 at South Gate Mini Mart, located at 18747 Dixie Highway in Homewood, a suburb south of Chicago.
Jacksonville offers free skin cancer screenings at local hospital event
JACKSONVILLE, Ill. (WICS) — Jacksonville Memorial Hospital and Simmons Cancer Institute is offering a free community skin cancer screening event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 24, at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, 1600 W. Walnut St. Screenings will be conducted by a dermatology team from Simmons Cancer Institute...
Budzinski says DNC will be positive affair
Democrats across the country are preparing to head to Illinois for next week’s national convention. It’s being held in Chicago from August 19th through the 22nd. It’ll be downstate Illinois Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski’s first presidential nominating convention since she took office. She says she’s looking forward to party leaders talking about what’s truly at stake in November.
Central Illinois Braces for Storms and Hail East of I-55 Friday
Lincoln, IL – Severe weather is expected to impact central Illinois on Friday, with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing an alert for the region. The forecast predicts a line of strong thunderstorms, potentially bringing damaging winds and isolated hail. The storms are expected to develop Friday afternoon and persist into the evening, primarily affecting areas eastward from I-55. According to the NWS, wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph, with isolated hailstones measuring up to 1 inch in diameter. This weather system poses a significant risk of localized damage, particularly to structures, trees, and power lines. Residents are urged to stay informed by monitoring weather updates throughout the day.
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