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First Illinois DMV+ facility opens in Chicago suburb
Illinois' first-ever "DMV+" opened Thursday morning in the revamped Melrose Park facility, promoting new services and reduced wait times. “A DMV+ brings more services directly to our customers and their communities, and doesn’t require them to spend valuable time traveling downtown or to Springfield," Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said in a statement praising the opening.
Mount Sterling man charged with March 2023 attempted homicide in Florida pleads no contest to misdemeanor
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — A Mount Sterling, Ill., man who was charged in March 2023 with attempted homicide pled no contest to a misdemeanor battery charge earlier this week. Seth Beavers, 34, appeared in Okaloosa County Circuit Court on Monday before Judge Terrance Ketchel for what was scheduled...
Vote for the top class of 2026 recruit entering the 2024 Iowa high school football season
Who is the best class 2026 recruit entering the 2024 Iowa high school football season? The Des Moines Register sought to find out with its definitive ranking of the 25 best juniors list. Now it's your turn to vote. Make your selection of Iowa’s best class of 2026 recruit and be sure to read...
Burlington Man Arrested Following High Speed Chase
Yesteday afternoon, August 15, 2024, Des Moines County Deputies observed a possible stolen vehicle traveling south on US Highway 61 near 210th St. Deputies attempted to catch up to the vehicle to verify that it was stolen. The vehicle then accelerated and attempted to elude law enforcement while traveling south on US Highway 61 at speeds greater than 25 miles per hour over the posted speed limit. It has been reported speeds as high as 115 miles per hour. Scanner communication confirmed stop sticks were deployed and contacted by the eluding vehicle on Highway 61 North of Burlington. The vehicle continued to elude law enforcement until pulling over near Roosevelt and Mt. Pleasant St. At the time of the arrest there were upwards of six Des Moines County Sheriff’s Deputy vehicles.
#1 Reason Back-to-School Season is the Best Time of Year in Illinois
There's nothing better than going to the store on a Tuesday, in the middle of the day, and not seeing a single child in sight. Maybe that's just me, but boy is it nice!. It honestly feels like summer just started, but now we're headed into the new school year. Oh, how time passes us by!
Governor Pritzker Announces Record Tourism Growth in 2023
CHICAGO - Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Office of Tourism announced Illinois welcomed 112 million domestic and international visitors who spent $47 billion in 2023 – an increase of 1 million visitors and $3 billion in spending from 2022, according to data provided by Tourism Economics. This surge in tourism also led to a new all-time high in hotel tax revenue figures in FY24, totaling $322 million —a 4.5% increase over the previous record set in FY23.
GRAPHIC: Nearly one-third of Midwest ag exports sent to Asian markets
The majority of Midwest-produced agriculture exports remain in North America, but nearly one-third are sent to Asia. The Midwest exported $13.28 billion in agricultural products in 2023, according to U.S. Census Bureau trade data, which categorizes the Midwest as 12 central states. Nearly two-thirds of those exports were destined for...
Illinois Braces for Strong Thunderstorms Near I-80 Friday Afternoon: Weekend Rain Expected
Chicago, IL — Thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon near and north of Interstate 80, potentially becoming severe with damaging winds and hail. According to the National Weather Service in Chicago, the most intense storms are likely between 4 and 10 p.m. today. Residents in affected areas should be prepared for wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail up to one inch in diameter.
This Bear Tried to Break into Scott Air Force Base in Illinois
I had no idea that black bears had military aspirations, but that's apparently the case for one of these creatures currently touring Illinois as he reportedly tried to break into Scott Air Force Base. It's no secret that bears have suddenly become a common sight in southern Illinois as there...
Missouri woman sentenced for interfering with family housing rights
A Missouri woman has pleaded guilty to interfering with the housing rights of a St. Louis family. U.S. District Judge Rodney W. Sippel sentenced Judy Kline, 55, to five years of probation, the maximum term available for this crime. During her probation, Kline must remain in the nursing home where she is currently living and receiving mental health treatment, or a similar facility. She is also prohibited from contacting the victims or approaching their residence.
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.
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