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As IL deals with non-citizen migrants, TX judge blocks Biden’s citizenship plan
(The Center Square) – As Illinois grapples with the influx of non-citizen migrants, a Texas federal judge has blocked the Biden administration’s latest immigration policy. President Joe Biden announced in June a policy that allowed undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens to apply for green cards without leaving the country. The White House estimated that 500,000 people were eligible for the program. Illinois U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Springfield, recently attended...
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 election integrity advocate raises concerns
(The Center Square) – With elections coming down the pike, an Illinois election integrity advocate is raising concerns. In Illinois, you can request permanent mail-in voting to where the local election official sends out a mail-in ballot for every election. Carol Davis is with the Illinois Election Integrity Program. She said mail-in voting has greater potential for fraud. Davis suggested voters request a mail-in ballot, not a permanent one, and...
Iowa private colleges see mixed success from tuition, financial aid changes
Some of Iowa’s private colleges announced changes to their tuition and financial aid offerings last fall, hoping to showcase their affordability for students who might not look twice at them due to their sticker price. These efforts have had mixed results, impacted by problems with the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. […]
NIU football set to clash with Western Illinois in 2024 opener
DeKALB – After an offseason of movements and preparation, college football returns to DeKalb this weekend as NIU plays host to an in-state foe to kick off the 2024 campaign. NIU and Western Illinois University will battle Saturday at Huskie Stadium for the teams’ first meeting since NIU head football coach Thomas Hammock took the reins in 2019.
A bullet nearly split a bald eagle’s beak in half. A Missouri team hopes to repair it
A bald eagle arrived at an animal hospital July 11 with a beak wound so deep, the top portion of it nearly split in half, photos from a Missouri sanctuary show. The World Bird Sanctuary believed the eagle was shot and worried that damage to its beak could be “beyond repair,” according to an Aug. 11 news release. In addition to the beak injuries, the eagle’s jaw had multiple fractures and its left wing was wounded, the sanctuary said.
WIU launches Spanish-language phone line
Western Illinois University has launched a new phone line dedicated to assisting prospective students and their families who prefer to communicate in Spanish. This new resource aims to ensure that Spanish-speaking students can easily access information about the opportunities WIU offers, a press release says. “We are excited to add...
Springfield police search for driver after vehicle hits people on sidewalk
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Several people were struck by a car in Springfield on Thursday morning, according to the Springfield Police Department. At 12:29 a.m. Springfield Police officers responded to the area of 5th Street and North Grand Avenue for a report of several people struck by a vehicle.
Phase 1 Of Zaydin Dudra Skateboard Park In Taylorville Complete
When local skateboard resident Zaydin Dudra passed away in a tragic vehicle accident, Zaydin’s mother gave a compelling speech about Zaydin and his love for skateboarding. Taylorville did not have a skateboard park and Dudra wouldn’t get to witness the completed project, but the message hit home for Evan Mitchell. He wanted a skateboard park too. In fact, Mitchell has wanted a skateboard park since he was a teenager.
The Chatham Village is calling on residents to limit electricity use
CHATHAM, ILLINOIS — As the heatwave continues through Central Illinois, the Chatham Village is calling on residents and businesses to conserve electricity today between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. This request comes after a piece of equipment failed due to the high- volume electrical use last night. Some of...
Chicago-St. Louis passenger rail improvements win America’s Transportation Award for Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that transformational improvements to Chicago-to-St. Louis passenger rail, including the introduction of higher speeds, won top honors among Midwest states in the 2024 America's Transportation Awards in the “Quality of Life/Community Development, Large Project” category. Delivered in 2023 by IDOT under the leadership of Gov. JB Pritzker, the multi-year project on the state’s most popular rail line established 110 mph speeds for the first time in Illinois, helping to better connect communities and major institutions while improving safety, convenience and accessibility.
Rockford-area lawmakers push for early childhood investment as billions in school funding evaporates
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - In the pool of Illinois’ education budget, the state swims toward an $8 billion drop-off. By the end of September, $122 billion in federal pandemic-era funding dries up. That leaves stateline school districts making tough decisions, including Rockford Public Schools (RPS 205) reducing preschool transportation.
Downburst causes damage in Burlington
The National Weather Service said a pronounced downburst caused widespread damage in Burlington on Tuesday night, Aug. 27. A downburst is a sudden rush of wind under and near a thunderstorm. The weather service said the storm knocked down trees, limbs, and powerlines. Five homes had holes in the roofs...
UPDATED: Three men arrested after harassing woman who cooperated with officers in Audrain County
UPDATE: Malachi Whitley has been charged with first-degree harassment. Austin Terry has been charged with first-degree harassment and resisting arrest. Joshua Graham has been charged with resisting arrest. Three men are arrested in Audrain County for allegedly harassing a neighbor for cooperating with law enforcement. The Mexico Public Safety Department...
Preferred Family Healthcare hosts Overdose Awareness Day in Hannibal's Central Park
Hannibal, MO (KHQA) — Preferred Family Healthcare is preparing for its Overdose Awareness Day eventto raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding overdose. The event will focus on bringing together various organizations to help spread awareness and educate people on the topic. It will take place this Saturday, August...
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