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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.
Area Golfers Good Play Cut Short By Weather
Four Salem golfers competed at Green Hills in Mount Vernon on Thursday. The crew only was able to play 12 holes before the rain came through and canceled the rest of the round. The tournament was then shortened to 9 holes. Salem sophomore Mya Russell was 1st in the 14-18...
JASPER COUNTY EXTENSION OFFERING HUNTER SAFETY COURSE
(NEWTON) The Jasper County Extension is sponsoring a Hunter Safety course next month at the Latona Church of Christ, south of Wheeler, set for Friday night, August 16th, from 6:00 to 9:00, and the following day, on Saturday, August 17th, from 8:00 to 4:00. It’s a chance to learn, free of charge, the basic principles of safe hunting thru the State Department of Natural Resources program, as state law requires all hunters born on or after January 1st, 1980, to successfully complete such a course before they can receive a hunting license. It also includes a free lunch on Saturday, provided by White Tails Unlimited, the Embarras Eagles Chapter, plus participants have a chance to win a youth bow and a crossbow donated by the Embarras Eagles Chapter. Space is limited, so sign up ASAP. Go online to register, at go.illinois.edu/2024huntersafety. If questions, call the Extension Office at 618-783-2521.
Indiana Military Museum to host free WWII event Labor Day Weekend
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTHI) - The Indiana Military Museum in Vincennes is already preparing for a big Labor Day Weekend event. At the World War II Remembrance Day event, it's all about honoring the living and dead who helped end the war. It also serves as a reminder of what happened...
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.
FRIDAY WEATHER DISCUSSION (07/26/2024)
(OLNEY/NEWTON) With plenty of clouds expected both today and tomorrow here in our downstate area, our rain chances will hold off until Sunday, then continue through the first part of next week to wrap up the month of July. Plus, while our temperatures stay mostly normal for this time of the year today through the weekend, more heat and humidity will return next week with those rain chances. Stay tuned for weather updates and monitor a NOAA Weather Alert Radio for more weather information and forecast details.
Faraci Encourages Local Families to Attend Back to School Bash
DANVILLE – To support local families as they prepare for the new school year, State Senator Paul Faraci is encouraging residents to attend the Back to School Bash hosted by the Vermilion County Health Department and OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center on Aug. 1. “The Back to School Bash...
Wind power can be a major source of tax revenue, but officials struggle to get communities on board
PIPER CITY, Ill. (AP) — In Scott Saffer’s science classroom, kids bake cookies in a decked-out kitchen, care for fish, turtles and a snake, and have access to a workshop full of tools. As the gifted enrichment coordinator at Tri-Point School District, Saffer is living his teaching dream, one he knew he’d need money to accomplish.
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