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Report Shows 110% Rise in Illinois Domestic Violence Deaths as Advocates Call for Action
Advocacy groups are sounding the alarm on a spike in domestic violence cases. A new report from the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence says domestic violence deaths in Illinois rose by 110% last year, with 94 incidents of domestic violence leading to 120 deaths in 2023. That includes 107 homicides and 13 suicides in which the perpetrators took their own lives. That’s up from the previous year, when there were 45 incidents that led to 57 deaths.
Produce sold at Walmart, Kroger stores in Illinois subject to recall over potential Listeria contamination
A recall of produce items originally issued earlier this month has been expanded to the possibility of listeria contamination, with select packaged and bulk produce items sold at Illinois Walmart and Kroger stores included. According to the Food and Drug Administration, no illnesses or consumer complaints connected to the recall...
Unemployment claims in Illinois declined last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Illinois dropped last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, fell to 8,428 in the week ending July 20, down from 9,574 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Dunlap girls soccer hosts annual alumni game to raise money for Tessa Sutton Foundation
DUNLAP, Illinois (WMBD) – Dunlap girls soccer welcomed back several former players Friday evening as they also raised money for a good cause with their annual alumni game. Participants brought entrance fees along with coach Peter Cenek selling old game jerseys. All proceeds go toward the Tessa Sutton Foundation, named for the late Dunlap player who passed away from cancer in 2023.
Special Kneads carries on mission of baking with a purpose
Surpassing the six-year mark for any new business in a small town is a reason to celebrate. But Margaret Cortes has made celebration part of every day at Special Kneads Bakery where she sells delicious rye bread and an array of mouth-watering pastries. She also sees that her son, Frankie,...
‘Equity, equality and parity': Illinois' road to reparations explained
In early 2022, Illinois became the second of three U.S. states to establish a commission to provide reparations for African American descendants of slavery. Through subsequent board meetings, public hearings and oversight from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the goals of the group, titled Illinois' African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC), are starting to take shape.
NWS confirms 2 more tornadoes from the July 15th derecho
A continuous review of satellite and radar data has identified 2 more tornado tracks from the derecho resulting in 9 tornadoes that night. One tornado occurred southwest of Cazenovia in Woodford County.
Illinois quick hits: Congress members file MINES Act; conservation police applications sought
Congressmembers file MINES Act A bipartisan proposal has been brought forth by some Illinois members of Congress to unveil the federal government’s efforts toward preventing coal mine collapses. The Monitoring, Investigating, Navigating and Explaining Subsidence Act was brought forth by U.S. Reps. Nikki Budzinski, D-Springfield, and Mike Bost, R-Murphysboro. It would require the U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement to provide a report to...
Registration Open for The 48th Annual Hog Days Stampede on August 31, 2024
Registration is open for the 48th Annual Hog Days Stampede. You can choose the four-mile run, the one-mile run, or the kid’s run. There are awards for the first three male and female kids in each age group. The age groups are 8 and under; 9–10; 11–12; and 13–14. The kid’s race starts at 9:30 AM and there is no entry fee, but a guardian must fill out and sign the entry form, for kids 7 and under. A Free T-shirt is provided by The Kewanee Banking Center for the first 300 entries received. There is no guarantee of the correct size for entries received after Saturday, August 17th.
Dunlap, IL – Seven Hospitalized in Vehicle Crash on Hickory Grove Rd
Dunlap, IL (July 26, 2024) – A group of juveniles were injured in a vehicle crash overnight in Dunlap, according to the Peoria County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies said the crash happened at the 11800 block of North Hickory Grove Road just before 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Seven juveniles were in a car driving southbound when the vehicle had a reported electrical malfunction, causing a collision. All victims were taken to OSF Healthcare, but their current conditions are unknown. No other information concerning the causes of the crash has been disclosed thus far. However, local authorities continue the investigation, and citations may be pending.
"Cops 4 Cancer" Summer Event concludes Saturday night in Cedar Point
Unfortunately cancer isn’t going away, which means your help is needed in supporting folks dealing with the disease. Cops 4 Cancer Summer Event is concluding its two day run of live music Saturday. Music, food, drinks, raffles, and a 50-50 drawing can all be enjoyed at Cerri Memorial Park in Cedar Point.
Warehouse District restaurant receives liquor license
You can choose to have a chicken sandwich and a beer at Peoria's newest dining addition to the Warehouse District. Pop-Up Chicken Shop was unanimously approved a liquor license Tuesday by the Peoria City Council. The Bloomington-based restaurant opened at 800 SW Adams Street in Peoria in June. ...
Morris Police Officer Markusic Named Finalist For Illinois Officer of the Year
A Morris Police Officer was recently honored as a state finalist. Morris Police Officer Derek Zumbahlen was in our studios on Friday talking about Officer Sarah Markusic receiving nominations for Illinois Officer of the Year. Your browser does not support the audio element. Morris Police Chief Alices Steffes said Officer...
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