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Accel Positions Itself For Future Illinois iGaming License With Fairmount Deal
The agreement this week between video gaming terminal (VGT) operator Accel Entertainment and Fairmount Holdings, owner of FanDuel Sportsbook & Horse Racing in Collinsville, Illinois, could bring about more than a new racino to Fairmount Racetrack. It also positions an influential VGT stakeholder in Illinois to participate in Illinois online...
What we know about the AT&T data breach
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to discuss what we should know about the AT&T data breach, how millions of passwords ended up on the dark web, and the increase of door-to-door scammers. He also explains why we should educate ourselves on different return policies, a back to school scam advisory, and the 2024 BBB Torch Awards.
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Bears President Kevin Warren meets with Illinois governor to discuss stadium plan
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has made clear that he does not think building a stadium for the Bears is a good use of taxpayers’ money, but yesterday he agreed to listen to what Bears President Kevin Warren had to say about it. However, after the meeting, Pritzker’s spokesman told...
Decatur Public Schools bans student phone usage
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Decatur Public Schools has a new policy with their cell phones. After discussions at multiple meetings, the Decatur Public School Board of Education has voted to ban cell phones as a part of the new Electronic Devices policy for all students during the school day. All students will have to keep […]
Andrea Gerhard joins Heart of Illinois Community Foundation
July 17, 2024 – Andrea Gerhard of Decatur has joined the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation (HICF) staff, serving as the HICF Director of Scholarships and Grant Administration. “I am delighted to welcome Andrea to our team,” said HICF CEO Natalie Beck. “Andrea’s skills and expertise will help us...
Thirsty Thursday: Wine at Art Mart
This week, I’m thirsty for wine at Art Mart. This glass of sauvignon blanc ($8) was the loveliest sip I’ve had all week. Served in an elegant thin-lipped, slender-stemmed glass, this chilled South African sauvignon blanc called MAN tasted delicious and had vibrant notes of tropical fruit balanced with a nice acidity. When I asked about the wine’s name, Art Mart’s wine guru Todd Fusco said it was an acronym of three owners’s partners’ first initials (Marie, Anette, and Nicky). I loved this sauvignon blanc and would recommend for anyone who enjoys a good crisp white.
Many Challenges in Continuing Search for 12-year-old in Danville; Police Request Everyone Not Searching Stay Out of River
DANVILLE — The challenges in finding a 12-year-old boy who went missing while swimming in the Vermilion River on Monday night have been many, local law enforcement officials say. Thursday marked day four in the search. “This is a needle in a haystack situation,” said Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department...
ciSports: A Farewell to Bret Beherns | Reflecting on a Decade plus of Central Illinois Sports
MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA) — For over a decade, Bret Beherns has been a cornerstone of WCIA 3’s Sports Department, rising swiftly from Sports Reporter to Sports Director. This month, however, marks a bittersweet farewell as Bret embarks on new endeavors beyond the realm of Central Illinois sports at WCIA 3. To commemorate his impactful tenure (plus), host of ciSports, Karidia Shelby, sat down with Bret to reminisce on his journey, favorite moments, and what lies ahead.
Bourbonnais, IL: Mobile Food Pantry Scheduled for July 18
Bourbonnais, IL – The Original Secret Pantry will host its next mobile food pantry on Thursday, July 18, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The pantry event will take place in Bourbonnais, providing much-needed food assistance to those in the community. According to organizers, there are no financial or...
Oklahoma man, arrested in Springfield in 2023, sentenced for bank fraud and identity theft
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) –An Oklahoma City man was sentenced Thursday to nearly four years in prison for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. Gerald Duran, 49, was arrested at a Springfield bank in December 2023 attempting to cash a cashier’s check he had fraudulently obtained, according to court documents.
Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Residents Should Brace for More of These Menaces
The excessive rainfall, abundance of severe thunderstorms, and increased tornadic activity has made this summer one to remember for Tri-Staters. The weather has been as inconsistent as it's been wet, and with that comes an influx of creatures most of us vehemently despise. With all the rain, flooding, and humidity...
Attorney General Joins Fight Against Lakefront Dump Expansion
EAST SIDE — Environmental activists suing to stop the expansion of a lakefront dump site for polluted sediment now have a big name in their corner: the state’s attorney general. Attorney General Kwame Raoul filed a 16-page brief last week opposing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ plan...
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