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Aurora woman wins $1M from scratch-off Illinois Lottery ticket
An Aurora woman recently won $1 million with a scratch-off ticket, the Illinois Lottery announced.Antoinette 'Toni' Green won the top prize on a $10 MONOPOLY 50X scratch-off ticket purchased at Ruby's Liquor, located at 1535 Butterfield Road in Aurora."The clerk couldn't believe it and I couldn't believe it," Green said. "He said 'Toni, sign your ticket and go straight home - you won a million dollars!' I sat in my car in front of Ruby's in total shock, and then I had an epiphany - I can help others, I can make a difference in somebody's life with...
Two men rob Crystal Lake residents at gunpoint
Two Crystal Lake residents arrived at the 6100 block of West Roosevelt Road on July 15 to buy an item for sale from two men. One of the men displayed a black handgun with an extended magazine and stole money from the victims. The men then fled in an unknown direction. The estimated loss is $4,500.
Consumer Reports: DIY projects to protect your home against storms, dangerous heat
INDIANAPOLIS (CONSUMER REPORTS) — Summer isn’t all fun in the sun. More and more, it includes dangerous heat and severe storms, but there are ways to protect yourself and your home. Consumer Reports explains that a good defense against Mother Nature’s warm weather wrath starts with DIY projects around the house. Climate change brings more […]
Crown Point Schools Community/Parent Tour Day
Crown Point Community School Corporation says it is hosting a district tour day for community members and parents on August 8. 2024, to see what’s new in Crown Point schools. An announcement from the school district said the tour will visit five sites, explore the $350 million in capital improvements throughout the buildings, and provide information about the district’s curriculum, programming, and student services. Registration is required at the district’s website . For more information, visit the district’s website or call the Crown Point Community School Corporation’s office at 219-663-3371.
Indiana Train Hosting Christmas Themed Murder Mystery Train Ride
When I was a kid my favorite board game was Clue so it's no surprise that now as an adult I love a good murder mystery. If there's a book, movie, or board game that has a "whodunnit" angle, I am IN. I've always thought it would be so much fun to attend a murder mystery-themed event, and this one even takes place aboard a real train!
Police Warn Indiana Parents Against Back-to-School Photo Trend
If you plan on taking photos of your kids on their first day of school, there are some things that you need to know about before you post them on social media. Summer break is nearing its end. It feels like just yesterday, the kiddos were getting out of school and eager to take advantage of summer. In less than a month's time, kids will be returning to school. By now, you might have already started back-to-school shopping for clothes and supplies so the kiddos will be looking sharp on their first day back. Over the past few years, there has been a trend on social media where parents take photos of their kids on the first day of school posing with a sign to celebrate the first day of a new school year. These signs could be revealing more personal information about your child than you realize, and can all be used by predators, scammers, and other people looking to endanger your child, family, or finances.
STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
Road rage incidents on the rise in Indiana
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- According to an Evansville Police report, a man pointed a gun at a woman during a road rage incident in Evansville. The incident occurred around 7:15 on Monday morning in 3100 block of North Green River Road, and Evansville Police say that the driver and vehicle have not been located. This is […]
Former deputy's employment history may reveal troubling loopholes in Illinois law enforcement system
SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. — Records show the former deputy officer who shot and killed an unarmed Black woman, Sonya Massey, worked for multiple departments in the state of Illinois in just a handful of years. Legal experts told us the State of Illinois has something Missouri does not have:...
Labor of Love: Summit on infant mortality to convene in Indianapolis this week
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Department of Health is hosting the annual Labor of Love infant mortality summit in Indianapolis this week. Organizers say this year’s theme is “Expecting More” – a call for more emphasis, action, and collaboration in continued efforts to improve infant and maternal health outcomes. The event is on Tuesday from […]
Thursday-Sunday, July 25-28 | Sugar Grove Corn Boil
The much-anticipated Sugar Grove Corn Boil Festival is back for 2024, promising even more fun and excitement from July 25-28 This year, the festival will featurean expanded carnival, free live entertainment daily, and several new additions sure to delight attendees of all ages. Expanded Carnival. The carnival, a staple of...
Northern Indiana Forecast: Showers and Thunderstorms Expected Today Through Wednesday
Fort Wayne, IN – Showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact Northern Indiana later today and continue through Wednesday. The US National Weather Service Northern Indiana reports that the best chances for severe weather will occur on Wednesday. Today’s high temperatures are forecasted to range between 79-85°F, with periodic showers and thunderstorms throughout the afternoon. Tonight, temperatures will drop to 63-67°F with continued storm potential.
Leadership Life: Jeff Strack talks Hy-Vee and more
CEO of Strack & Van Til Jeff Strack visits GreatNews.Life to talk with Founder Chris Mahlmann about the challenges of leading, being a staple of the community, and what Strack & Van Til means to Northwest Indiana. Jeff and Chris also touch on both the past and the future of Strack & Van Til as Strack & Van Til partners with Hy-Vee, which is well known to the Midwestern states.
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