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USI Volleyball sweeps Bradley, to cap off solid opening weekend
PEORIA, IL. (WFIE) - University of Southern Indiana Volleyball (2-1) left the CEFCU Invitational in Peoria, Illinois with a dominating victory (25-23, 25-22, 25-17) against Bradley University needing only three sets, 3-0. Senior outside hitter Abby Weber (Fishers, Indiana) joined a special club, surpassing 1,000 career digs. A strong start...
My car got towed after my daughter was in an accident – I told them not to do it and I have to pay $8k to get it back
A TOW company snagged a disabled vehicle after a school-age daughter was involved in an accident. Now, the mother is speaking out after the towing company asked her to fork over $8,000 for the car removal she didn’t want. “I feel so violated,” an anonymous mom in Chicago told local CBS affiliate WBBM-TV. The woman […]
Jordan Rules author says Michael Jordan lied about many things in The Last Dance: "The thing at the end was a complete, blatant lie"
Sam Smith says that Michael Jordan was never coming back after the Last Dance because Phil Jackson wasn't returning and MJ himself told Jerry Krause he's done.
Illinois Among the Least Hard-Working States in America, New Study Reveals
Most of us would agree that hard work has been a crucial quality throughout the history of America, and the numbers suggest that working hard is still very much an American thing today. We put in more hours at our jobs than several other industrialized countries. The average U.S. worker...
Illinois health officials reveals first West Nile virus death of 2024
Illinois is reporting its first West Nile Virus death of the year. The person was in their 80s and lived in Lake County. Over the past week, two others have tested positive, according to the Lake County Health Department.
Illinois Government Agencies Use of Controversial AI Technology
CTA Using Artificial Intelligence Surveillance Program to Identify Guns in Stations. Earlier this month the Chicago Transit Authority (“CTA”) announced that it was currently one month into a year long pilot program with the private company ZeroEyes, a company that pairs surveillance videos with artificial intelligence to detect firearms. As implemented as part of the pilot program, when the AI technology software detects a possible firearm, a human employee is then alerted who reviews the footage for accuracy before they then alert the Chicago Police Department, the CTA and the Office of Emergency Management and Communications at the same time. Currently the CTA has paired the AI program with 250 cameras at various stations around the city, though it declined to identify which stations citing safety concerns. CTA President Dorval R. Carter, Jr. said in a statement that “this added measure of protection provides additional peace of mind to everyone.” The US Department of Homeland Security recently reviewed the company’s technology and in a report stated that a group of first responders found that the technology was in fact “intuitive,” but advocates worry about the lack of public discussion and the effectiveness of the technology, particularly when weighed against potential violations to individuals civil liberties. ACLU Illinois spokesman Ed Yohnka in response to the news warned against the use of more surveillance tools, particularly when he believes these technologies, “all come with allure of adding more safety, but they never seem to deliver on that promise.”
'He's a special talent': Elite Dunlap football recruit puts on show in Week 1 blowout
DUNLAP — Forget the hype — Mack Sutter is for real. The Dunlap junior showed off his abilities on both sides of the ball as he helped the Eagles cruise to a Week 1 home victory over Galesburg, 48-0. Sutter, the 6-foot-6, 225-pound tight end/linebacker, caught a touchdown pass, then returned an interception...
PBL football wins 40-13 in season opener over Chillicothe IVC; Boyd-Meents sets school record
PAXTON – Depending on who was making a prediction, the outcome may or may not have come as a surprise. For the fourth consecutive year, the Paxton-Buckley-Loda varsity football team exited the first week of the season with a win over Chillicothe Illinois Valley Central. According to PBL senior...
Rantoul/PBL girls golfers compete in Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON – Ally Wright of the Rantoul/Paxton-Buckley-Loda girls golf team shot a 101 at the Bloomington Central Catholic Saints Shootout on Saturday. Bren Henry shot a 107 while Grace Mullins shot a 114.
Princeton Park District Banking On Grant For New, Inclusive Playground
If a grant comes through, folks in Princeton have plans of offering an all-inclusive, ADA accessible, playground at Zearing Park. The Princeton Park District has submitted an application for a grant through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources' Open Space Land Acquisition and Development program, or OSLAD. Pending approval, park officials hope to begin construction on the playground next Spring.
Every high school football story from Week 1, all in one place
High school football can once again be a part of your Friday routine. Illinois High School Association Friday night lights returned in earnest for Week 1, celebrating the 50th year of the playoffs in the process. A season-long countdown is being held to unveil the top programs in state history. ...
$1.3M ice plant coming to Peoria Civic Center
PEORIA (25News Now) - The Peoria Civic Center is getting an ice-cold addition in the next couple of years. On Friday, Peoria Civic Center spokesperson Kelsey Martin confirmed the authority board approved the $1.3 million purchase for the ice plant. She said the ice plant is set to be installed...
No. 25 Iowa awakens at halftime, opens with 40-zip shutout of Illinois State
Cade McNamara threw three touchdown passes in a 34-point second half and No. 25 Iowa overcame a slow start to post a 40-0 victory over Illinois State in the season opener for both teams on Saturday afternoon at Iowa City, Iowa. Reece Vander Zee caught two scoring passes in his...
DePaul Wins Second Match in Three Sets
Peoria, Ill. – DePaul volleyball defeated St. Thomas, 3-0 (25-21, 25-18, 25-21), Saturday afternoon, earning a sweep in their second game of the season. The outing was a strong defensive showing for the Blue Demons (2-0), with four players recording double-figure digs. Senior libero Rachel Krasowski contributed a team-high 25 digs, while sophomore Nora Mannion added 14 of her own.
Illinois is Home to the Most ‘Players’ in the Dating Game
If you think the dating world kind of sucks in Illinois, you're not wrong. Turns out Illinois is one of the worst states to date it because we are packed with 'players.'. When I think back to the first time in my life I heard the word players associated with dating, I'm brought to 1998-ish. I was in 4th grade and spent most of my free time watching MTV and quickly changing the channel when my parents came into the basement.
Beware of Vicious Illinois Tollway Scam That’s Ripping People Off
Just give me 5 minutes alone with the people that come up with these scams and everything will be fine. Don't I wish. While I wait for that golden opportunity, I can at least warn you to beware of a vicious text scam involving the Illinois Tollway that is ripping thousands of Illinoisans off.
Panthers Upset Kewanee In Season Opener (video)
Panther lineman Caleb Reymer recovered a Boiler dropped punt and EP took over on the Boiler 26. Winckler then faked a handoff and scampered 26 yards for 6 to put EP up 13-0 The EP Panther varsity football squad traveled to Kewanee Friday night and shocked the host Boilermakers in a 13-6 conquest. Kewanee was coming off an 8-2 2023 season that included the playoffs and returned numerous starters to this season’s squad. The Panthers have 8 returning starters and numerous contributors from last years once beaten sophomore squad and proved at Kewanee they should be very competitive this season. A good crowd of Panther fans were in attendance on a 70 degree Friday night and the Panthers started quickly.
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