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Discount specialty store to expand in Illinois with locations in East Peoria, Pekin
The specialty discount store chain Five Below is continuing to expand its presence in the greater Peoria area with a new location in East Peoria. The new store will be at 451 N. Main Street, near Kohl's. “Stores like Five Below are in high demand by consumers,” said Ty Livingston, City of East...
2 People Die As Listeria Outbreak Connected To Deli Meat Spreads Across 12 States
A dangerous listeria outbreak is making its way across the United States through deli meat, resulting in at least 28 hospitalizations and 2 deaths. Affected individuals all seem to have eaten contaminated deli meat, though no specific brand or grocer...
Pritzker signs several auto, medical service-related bills
CHICAGO, Ill. (WCIA) — Last week, Governor JB Pritzker signed several bills into law, including legislation involving vehicle safety and medical care. Some will go into effect immediately while others will not be actualized until January 1, 2025. Legislation like House Bills 4255 and 5370 were put forth to improve safety around emergency scenes. HB4255 […]
Doctor suffering heart attack during Illinois marathon saved by son
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Doctor Rafael Ruggeri was running the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon this year when he suddenly collapsed at Meadowbrook Park. He was having a heart attack. Luckily, his son Isaac was running with him, and Isaac had just been trained on CPR a few weeks before...
Champaign County seeking election judges ahead of November
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign County Clerk & Recorder is calling for poll workers as the presidential election draws nearer. Election judges ensure that polling places remain accessible and run smoothly on Election Day and during early voting. Responsibilities include opening and closing the polls, handling all election materials, giving assistance, checking that only […]
Furever Family: University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital | Signs of dogs experiencing Heat Stress
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — From U of I Veterinary Teaching Hospital:. Dr. Christopher Kennedy is a veterinarian within our emergency and critical care service at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. He is a diplomate (boarded specialist) in both the European and American Colleges of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. Signs...
Agenda dispute kicks off Monday Champaign School Board meeting
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Tensions were raised right off the bat at Monday night’s Champaign Unit 4 School Board meeting. Upon approving the night’s agenda, board member Mark Holm requested an amendment to add board reorganization for “basically, all the officers but president” to the agenda. Holm said fellow board members Sam Banks, Betsy Holder, […]
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