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Central Illinois school districts facing bus driver shortage
Rochester, IL (WAND) — School is back in session across the state. Many Central Illinois school districts are facing bus driver shortages. The Rochester School District is hopeful to attract more applicants by offering initiatives and signing bonuses. The district is also willing to pay for the bus driver training and physicals needed before starting the position.
Big Lots (With 29 Illinois Stores) Is Closing A Lot More Spots
We're living in an interesting time, which is not always a good thing...especially when it comes to the sheer volume of national chain stores and restaurants that are shuttering locations on a permanent basis (not to mention the number of local businesses that have done the same thing). There's no...
Illinois Please Rise for the Chicago National Anthem [VIDEO]
The eyes of the world are on Chicago this week as the Democratic National Convention takes over the United Center and McCormick Place. Comedy Shows Live from Theaters in Chicago for DNC. While the convention is in town, some late-night comedy talk shows are taping their programs from historic Chicago...
Vincennes City Councilman Pleased with No Rate Increase for Near Future
Vincennes Water Utilities has decided to hold the line on rate increases for the near future– meaning no planned rate jumps at this time. The announcement came at a recent Viucennes City Council session. Councilman Ryan Lough says keeping prices steady has put the City at the bottom of the municipal rate list. Lough credits V-W-U officials for their efficiency– and for the related benefits for the City’s potential growth.
Washington Avenue Work Progressing in Vincennes
The steady work continues on the Washington Avenue project from Kelso Creek to Emison Avenue. The job is now centering on above=ground efforts– including curbing, sidewalks, lighting, and paving. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum expects the next set of asphalt to be applied either later in August, or early in September. Mayor Yochum also expects the final asphalt work to happen near the end of the project– and near the end of the construction season.
Central Illinois school districts facing bus driver shortage
Rochester, IL (WAND) — School is back in session across the state. Many Central Illinois school districts are facing bus driver shortages. The Rochester School District is hopeful to attract more applicants by offering initiatives and signing bonuses. The district is also willing to pay for the bus driver training and physicals needed before starting the position.
Special Illinois Painting Class Features A Few Celebrity Tie-Ins
I believe this painting class in Illinois will become very popular because of all the celebrity tie-ins to the event. This IL Painting Class Has Connections To A Famous Clown, Actor, And Musician. This is going to be a really fun day in Illinois. It has several tie-ins with famous...
Illinois Police Increasing DUI Patrols Now Through Labor Day
Since residents like to party during the Labor Day Weekend, Illinois police are stepping up their DUI patrols to make sure everyone stays safe during the holiday. There Will Be More Illinois Police Hitting The Streets During Labor Day Weekend. It's hard to believe that in 2024 we still have...
Illinois Please Rise for the Chicago National Anthem [VIDEO]
The eyes of the world are on Chicago this week as the Democratic National Convention takes over the United Center and McCormick Place. Comedy Shows Live from Theaters in Chicago for DNC. While the convention is in town, some late-night comedy talk shows are taping their programs from historic Chicago...
Local Sports Roundup for Tuesday
The Rivet girls soccer team beat North Knox 10-1. Lissa Willis had four goals while Bridget. Stein added three as Rivet moves to 2-0 on the season. Leslie Kaetzel had the North Knox goal. The Lincoln Volleyball team lost a five set battle with Linton, falling 3-2. Matti Collins had...
Pritzker says race is contrast between Harris and Trump's "stupidity"
CHICAGO (CBS) – In his speech Tuesday night during the Democratic National Convention, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker framed the 2024 general election as a stark contrast between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.Pritzker began the speech by highlighting Illinois' rich history of being the starting point for multiple future presidents from Abraham Lincoln to Barack Obama, who was also scheduled to speak Tuesday night. He even mentioned parts of Harris' early life spent in Illinois."Now Illinois' presidential pedigree is unmatched, and given that Vice President Kamala Harris spent some of her early life right here, I speak...
See the 10 Most Expensive Illinois Private Schools by Tuition
A good education sure can cost you especially if you decide to go the private school route. Thanks to a new ranking, you can see the 10 most expensive private schools in Illinois based on their annual tuition. Private School Review has some of the most comprehensive data I've been...
U of I study shows fiber and protein are key to weight loss
Champaign, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – A new study on a self-directed dietary education program found that participants who consumed higher amounts of protein and fiber were most successful at losing weight over 25 months. The program emphasized personalization and flexibility, which helped participants create sustainable weight-loss plans. At the one-year mark, 41% of participants had lost 12.9% of their body weight, compared with slightly more than 2% in the rest of the group, according to research published in Obesity Science and Practice.
Illinois Please Rise for the Chicago National Anthem [VIDEO]
The eyes of the world are on Chicago this week as the Democratic National Convention takes over the United Center and McCormick Place. Comedy Shows Live from Theaters in Chicago for DNC. While the convention is in town, some late-night comedy talk shows are taping their programs from historic Chicago...
Illinois Democrats Tout Efforts to Protect Abortion Rights, as Push to Amend Constitution Remains in Limbo
Illinois Democrats on Tuesday kicked off the second day of the Democratic National Convention by touting their efforts to protect abortion rights even before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. “As the mother of four daughters that I thought would have more rights than me, not fewer,” Lt....
Illinois Warns of Disease-Carrying Mosquito with a Vicious Bite
I am not a fan of any type of mosquito, but there's a warning about one in Illinois that you definitely don't want to mess with. It's an invasive pest that isn't supposed to be here in the first place, but it is now a reality. Beware that they carry diseases and bite like a tiger.
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