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As Illinois receives praise for its cannabis equity efforts, stakeholders still working on system’s flaws
Medical marijuana patients can now purchase cannabis grown by small businesses as part of their allotment, Illinois’ top cannabis regulator said, but smaller, newly licensed cannabis growers are still seeking greater access to the state’s medical marijuana customers. Illinois legalized medicinal marijuana beginning in 2014, then legalized it...
Earlville man honored as one of Illinois Department of Natural Resources 2024 volunteers of the year
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced its 2024 Outstanding Volunteers of the Year on Thursday. 11 individuals and organizations across the state were honored for their volunteer efforts on behalf of the IDNR, including Kerry Novak of Earlville. The IDNR says Novak has volunteered at Starved Rock Sate...
Truck driver dead after overnight Livingston Co. crash
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — One person is dead following an overnight crash in Livingston County involving a semi-truck and a pickup truck. Officials with the Illinois State Police said the crash happened just after 3 a.m. on U.S. Route 24 at County Road 3350 East. The investigation revealed that the pickup truck driving northbound […]
Champaign Co. Coroner identifies man killed in fiery May crash
URBANA, Ill. WCIA) — More than three months after a deadly crash in Champaign County, the Coroner released the identity of the victim. The crash happened on May 15 in Hensley Township, northeast of Champaign. Sheriff Dustin Heuerman said a car was driving north on County Road 900 E late at night when it crossed […]
Chicago Sky Make Huge Announcement Ahead of Fever Matchup
The Indiana Fever's rematch against the Chicago Sky is the most highly-anticipated matchup of the second half of the season. In addition to yet another rookie showdown between Fever guard Caitlin Clark and Sky forward Angel Reese, both teams are fighting to secure a spot in the playoffs. The Fever (15-16) enter the matchup in seventh place with the Sky (11-19) one spot behind. Before the Olympic break, the Fever defeated the Sky 71-10 and 91-82. During their third tilt, Chicago won 88-87. The fourth Fever-Sky matchup, which is turning out to be the most expensive game in WNBA history, as the cheapest ticket on TickPick is $212 as of August 30, takes place at Wintrust Arena. With the game expected to be a tight race, Chicago's big announcement ahead of tip off immediately raised some eyebrows. Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
St John’s Lutheran School principal placed on leave
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — A principal at a Lutheran school in Coles County has been placed on leave. Principal Curtis Wudtke of St. John’s Lutheran School has been placed on leave, Pastor Andrew Herzberg confirmed to WCIA Wednesday evening. Herzberg said the principal was placed on paid leave for personal reasons. Parents were notified through […]
Illinois solar project to be biggest in eastern half of U.S.
Illinois already creates in the neighborhood of 7000 megawatts of energy from wind power coming from the fields and fields of windmills in the central and western portions of the state, but a massive solar array being built thirty miles west of Springfield is estimated to produce 800 more megawatts.
Illinois Voted Most Hated State in America – It’s Chicago’s Fault
I want to be clear that I do not hate Illinois, so don't shoot the messenger. I'm just letting you know that the Land of Lincoln has just been named the most hated state in America and the blame is firmly on Chicago. When I saw this new top 10...
EEE, West Nile and more: What to know about mosquito-borne illnesses in Illinois
The world’s deadliest animal can be squashed flat with a quick slap: It’s the mosquito. The buzzing insects are more than annoying — they spread disease. When they bite and drink blood from a person or animal they can pick up viruses or germs too. If they can go on to bite someone or something else, they deposit the germ right under the skin.
Food Chain with 10 Illinois Places Suddenly Declares Bankruptcy
It's hard to remember a year where more restaurant chains have gone through financial struggles than 2024. Another Chicago-based company with 10 Illinois locations is now suddenly in bankruptcy court, too. Nation's Restaurant News has shared the word that Roti Modern Mediterranean has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Their story...
Americans can claim four payments from $3 million overtime pay settlement – you just need a Social Security number
AMERICAN workers may be entitled to receive compensation from a $3 million overtime pay settlement. Those who failed to receive overtime wages from an Illinois-based company may be eligible to receive a series of four payments. Greenridge, previously Greenridge Farm, is a family-owned meat and cheese processor based in Illinois. The state’s attorney general filed a lawsuit […]
Springfield’s Top 5 Country Songs – Check out the 101.9 The Wolf Top 5!
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Maybe you saw our new #1 on the Grand Central stage at the Illinois State Fair just a couple weeks ago. Drew Baldridge takes over the top spot this week on the list of the five hottest country hits in the Capital City!
From flat track racing to beer and oysters – Lynch has your Weekend Rundown
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – There’s plenty to do in the Springfield area this Labor Day weekend! Lynch with 100.5 WYMG has some suggestions with the Weekend Rundown. See even more options on the Capitol City Now events calendar.
NOTEBOOK: William Sawalich chasing the Performance Seed Dirt Double at DuQuoin
A $20,000 bonus is on the line for William Sawalich if he can win the Southern Illinois 100 at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds on Sunday night. Sawalich became eligible for the Performance Seed Dirt Double’s grand prize by dominating the Springfield ARCA 100 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds for his first ARCA Menards Series dirt victory. With how efficient he has been this year, Sawalich believes he and Joe Gibbs Racing are more than capable of completing a clean sweep of the dirt events in 2024.
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