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City App Still Available for Washington Avenue Construction Updates
City officials remind everyone to keep up on the City’s Washington Avenue project through the City’s phone app. Currently, Washington Avenue is closed from the Kelso Creek Bridge southward to Emison Avenue. That includes the intersection of Washington Avenue and Niblack Boulevard. The City app is put out...
WATCH: Wienermobile Wipes Out on Illinois Expressway
The oversized hot dog on wheels was involved in an accident Monday morning which shut down traffic on an Illinois expressway for hours. Did you know that at any given moment there are six different official Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles that roam the country? As an avid "Frank-Fanatic" I closely monitor the Wienermobile's whereabouts.
Don’t Go in the Water – 38 Illinois Places Have Swimming Warnings
Summertime is all about getting outside and enjoying the nice weather and swimming is a vital part of that. However, there are now 38 places in Illinois that now have urgent swimming warnings about staying out of the water. As a general rule, I check the Illinois Beach Guard System...
Bodycam shows moment police fatally shot Illinois woman Sonya Massey
Bodycam shows the moment police fatally shot 36-year-old Sonya Massey, who had called authorities over concerns about a prowler at her home. Illinois State Police released bodycam video of the incident. The video has been blurred by police. NBC News has edited the video for graphic content. Sangamon County Deputy Sean Grayson was indicted on charges of first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm and official misconduct.
Rural student “didn’t see any changes” after Illinois LGBTQ+ history law passed
CUBA — Amber Cannon came out as nonbinary in fifth grade in rural, western Illinois. Around that time, in 2019, a new Illinois law also came out requiring public schools to teach LGBTQ+ history every year. Cannon followed the news of the law and saw little change in Cuba’s...
Oblong American Legion Receives Grant from ’54 Oblong
(Oblong) – The Oblong American Legion is the latest recipient of a donation from “’54 Oblong.” According to “’54 Oblong,” they awarded their “Summer 2024” grant of five thousand dollars to the Oblong American Legion Post 219 for the replacement of flags displayed uptown and at the Oblong Cemetery after several flags were damaged by a pre-Memorial Day storm.
Oblong Set to Host Solar Q and A
(Oblong) – The Village of Oblong has organized an event for those interested in learning more about solar energy. Oblong Mayor, Teresa Fielder, is reminding the public about an upcoming “Q and A” with a representative of Prolux Energy about the switch to solar. Fielder says to slow down door-to-door soliciting, Prolux Energy has agreed to hold the question and answer time for all residents who may be interested in solar panels, or just wish to more fully understand the process. This meeting is open to everyone. Fielder also reminds the public that the Village of Oblong is only hosting this meeting and is neither endorsing nor opposing the use of solar panels. The open house style Q and A will be held Friday, July 26th from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Oblong Village Hall.
Robinson 11u & 12u All Stars Both Undefeated Through State Pool Play
The city of Robinson has been rocking this weekend as both the 12 and 11u Little League All Stars have dominated State Tournament action through pool play. The 12u opened up Saturday with a 4-2 win over Champaign East. They shutout Western Springs 4-0. On Sunday Robinson finished their 3-0 start with a win over Sterling. The District 1 champs advance to the 8-team Elimination Bracket undefeated and looking to keep their dream of playing in the Little League World Series in tact. The Robinson 12u is in Elite 8 action at Sterling tonight at 5pm against Western Springs.
Third Defendant Sentenced in 2020 Beating Death
Terre Haute, In. – Richard E. Durbin of Terre Haute was sentenced Friday in the beating death of Dwayne French of Terre Haute. French was beaten and robbed in August of 2020 and died of his injuries in September. Durbin pleaded guilty to robbery resulting in personal injury as a Level 3 felony. As a result of the plea agreement, charges of murder, armed robbery, aggravated battery and battery were dismissed. In October of 2023 Dwight D. Brown, 31, of Utah and formerly of Terre Haute has was sentenced to 30 years, 27 years of those years to be executed and three years on formal probation for his part in the robbery murder and Candace B. Jones, 25, of Terre Haute pleaded guilty to robbery resulting in serious bodily injury and in August of 2023 was sentenced to 25 years, with 20 years to be executed and five years suspended. A third defendant, 37-year-old Jesse James Hess of Terre Haute is scheduled for a jury next month.
New IL bill requires weather radios installed in recently built mobile homes
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — A new bill in the Capitol aims to keep everyone a bit safer during severe weather, particularly those who live in mobile homes. Now, weather radios are required to be installed in newly manufactured mobile homes. Ed Shimon, the warning coordination meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lincoln, knows this […]
OPPD Workers Return From Helping Utilities In Iowa/Illinois
The Omaha Public Power District crews that went to Iowa and Illinois to assist with power restoration efforts after damaging storms are returning home to Nebraska. OPPD officials say that 17 employees were dispatched to Iowa and Illinois after thousands of people lost electricity following a derecho earlier this month. Officials say mutual aid is about utilities helping utilities restore power to customers.
Central Illinois Isolated Storms Expected Through Wednesday
Springfield, IL – Central Illinois residents can expect a mix of isolated thunderstorms and mild temperatures through Wednesday. According to the US National Weather Service Central Illinois, daily highs will range from the lower to mid-80s, with isolated to scattered thunderstorms persisting until midweek. Monday’s forecast predicts isolated thunderstorms...
Rivian hosts 3rd annual Family and Friends Day at Normal plant
Electric automaker Rivian hosted its third annual Family and Friends Day on Sunday, with attendance at around 6,000 people, and company leaders speaking optimistically about the company's future plans. This year, the employee morale booster comes amid ramped up production at the plant. Vice President of Manufacturing Tim Fallon said...
'The Deliverance,' inspired by an infamous Indiana haunting, hits Netflix next month
"The Deliverance," a film directed by Lee Daniels and loosely based on one of Indiana's most notorious supernatural cases, will be released in theaters and on Netflix next month. The film — which stars Andra Day, Glenn Close, Mo'Nique, Omar Epps and Caleb McLaughlin (whom you'll recognize from "Stranger Things,"...
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