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Dolton Mayor’s Reign Crumbles: Illinois Freezes Funds Amid Corruption Allegations!
DOLTON, IL – The Illinois state comptroller, Susana Mendoza, has taken the unprecedented step of withholding funds from the village of Dolton, citing ongoing non-compliance with state financial reporting requirements. This action comes in response to Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard’s failure to submit necessary financial reports for 2022 and 2023.
Former LSU point guard transfers to Murray State to play football
It’s not every day you see a player transfer back to a previous school. It’s even more rare when they return to play a different sport. However, that is exactly what Justice ‘Juice’ Hill is doing. And if anyone is familiar with doing things a little differently – it’s the 6’0 point guard from Little Rock. Hill committed to Arkansas way back as a freshman in high school and was locked in on the Hogs. He even graduated high school early to spend a semester on the bench for Mike Anderson – but when he was fired and replaced by Eric Musselman,...
Murray State set to face Pittsburgh in upcoming season
PADUCAH, KY -- More and more pieces to Murray State's non-conference schedule keep getting revealed as it was reported on Thursday that the Racers will face Pittsburgh this upcoming year. The Racers will face Pittsburgh on the road with the game taking place on November 8th, which would be their...
Union City Woman Charged With Cruelty to Animals
A Union City woman was charged following a dog complaint on North Dobbins Street. Police reports said an Animal Control officer responded to the residence following complaints of constant barking. At the scene, Animal Control observed four dogs in wire crates under a tree. The police report stated one dog...
Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois Weather Alert: Scattered Storms and Heatwave Expected
Paducah, KY – Residents of southern Illinois and western Kentucky should prepare for hot and humid conditions as scattered thunderstorms are expected to impact the region throughout the weekend. The National Weather Service in Paducah issued an alert early this morning, indicating that thunderstorms will push east and south of the region, with the afternoon expected to be mostly dry. However, the heat and humidity will persist, with temperatures reaching into the mid-90s in some areas.
$100K-winning Powerball ticket sold near Rockford unclaimed
(WIFR) - The clock is ticking for one lucky Powerball player to collect their $100,000 prize. The winning ticket was sold in September 2023 at the Road Ranger at 7500 E. Riverside Blvd. in Loves Park. Powerball players are encouraged to check their tickets for the Saturday, Sept. 9, drawing....
Central Illinois Weather: Early Morning Storms and Weekend Rain Chances
Champaign, IL – Central Illinois is experiencing persistent storms Friday morning, with early hours marked by heavy rain across areas including Champaign. According to the National Weather Service, while these storms will taper off later today, residents should be prepared for a mix of isolated thunderstorms and sunshine over the weekend.
Illinois panel OKs funds for grade separation, crossing projects
The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has authorized $2 million from the state's Grade Crossing Protection Fund (GCPF) for removal and reconstruction of the existing Muirhead Road grade separation structure near Elgin. The Plato Township Road District will remove the existing structure and construct a new five-span vehicular overpass superstructure consisting...
Be on the lookout: Thieves steal container of Tern bikes
(BRAIN) — Tern is asking retailers to be on the lookout for 48 of its bikes and e-bikes that were stolen while in transport by rail from Los Angelas to a Tern warehouse in Illinois last month. The company is working with law enforcement and insurers following the theft...
Illinois lawmakers push for affordable prescriptions
Two Illinois state lawmakers from the area are pushing legislation to make medicine more affordable. The bill, HB3493, would establish a prescription drug affordability board. Rep. Gregg Johnson and Sen. Mike Halpin went over the bill during a town hall meeting at the UAW Hall in East Moline. The board would work with the pharmaceutical companies to set maximum prices for drugs. Supporters say people are often forced to choose between the drugs and other basic necessities like food. The bill passed the Illinois house in April and is now in the hands of an Illinois Senate Committee.
Thousands in Illinois Have Itchy Bites from Nearly Invisible Pest
I am not a fan of the many cicadas and ticks you find in Illinois, but at least you can see those bugs. There's a nearly invisible one that is apparently responsible for thousands of people in Illinois who are saying they're experiencing super-itchy bites from a pest that you can almost never see.
Bethany, IDCFS expand Nurturing Parenting Program
Bethany for Children & Families and the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (IDCFS) are teaming up to teach more parents how to care for their children. Bethany is expanding its Nurturing Parenting Program (NPP), which teaches healthy parenting skills as an alternative to abusive or neglectful practices. In the past, Bethany has provided […]
Banks file lawsuit challenging Illinois credit card fee law
A coalition of banking groups on Thursday filed a federal lawsuit challenging a new Illinois law they say would create costly chaos in their industry and headaches for consumers. The law blocks banks and credit card companies from charging retailers a small fee on taxes and tips. Illinois earlier this year became the first state in the nation to enact such a law, prompting outrage and an ...
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