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30,000 Without Power in Northern Illinois as Severe Storms Hit Chicago Suburbs
Chicago, IL – Severe storms swept through northern Illinois last night, leaving nearly 30,000 ComEd customers without power. The storms, which included strong winds and heavy rain, caused widespread damage across the northern and northwest Chicago suburbs. Trees and power lines were downed, including in areas near the Northwestern University campus, disrupting both power and traffic.
Illinois School Closings: Chicago-area high school announces early closure due to heat
A suburban Chicago high school has announced it would close early Tuesday "due to the weather forecast" as dangerous heat and humidity continue for another day across Northeastern Illinois and Northwest Indiana. Lyons Township High School, in LaGrange, on Monday announced an "early dismissal schedule (7:45am-11:30am)" for Tuesday due to...
American Flat Track Brings Tight Championship Battle To Springfield Mile
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.– An unexpectedly tight Grand National Championship battle arrives at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Illinois for the Springfield Mile I & II presented by Drag Specialties on August 31-September 1, the penultimate weekend of the 2024 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing.
Village of Chatham asks residents to reduce electric use to prevent outages
CHATHAM, Ill. (WICS) — The Village is asking customers served by the Village of Chatham electric utility– to voluntarily reduce electric usage on Tuesday. We're told voluntary cooperation in this effort helps maintain the continuity of electric service throughout our town. The object of this request is to...
'Back home': After battle with 'flesh eating' strep virus, K.J. Reid returns to teaching
Aaron Graves, the president of the Springfield public schools' teachers' union, called Kenneth "K.J." Reid "a living example of modern medicine." That's because Reid, a chemistry instructor at Springfield High School, was able to return to his classroom in mid-August for the first time in 19 months. ...
Report details crop duster's flight data but no conclusions of cause of fatal crash
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Robert Ray Cottingham took off in his crop duster from an Attica airport about 5:40 p.m. July 22. He had about 50 minutes left to live, according to a preliminary report from the National Transportation and Safety Board. The 35-year-old pilot from rural Otterbein lifted off...
Eagle Rock Properties Acquires $70M West Springfield MF Property
Plainview, New York-based Eagle Rock Properties has acquired the West Springfield Terrace apartment community in Springfield for $70.5 million. The New York-based real estate firm which focuses primarily on rental apartment communities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, bought the 244-unit, 1970s-era garden apartment complex at 8525 Burling Wood Drive on July 31, reported the Washington Business Journal.
Illinois-based cafe unexpectedly closes Springfield location
After a brief stint, the charming cafe serving sweetness at Prairie Crossing has closed doors over the weekend for good. Fans of Sweet Basil Cafe, a popular breakfast and lunch location for gluten-free pancakes on the west side, will be pulling on locked doors Monday morning, according to past manager of the Springfield location Kathy Duncan. ...
Danville schools implementing e-learning day due to heat
DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) – School District 118 in Danville has transitioned to an e-learning day today due to excessive heat expected in the area. “Due to the forecasted excessive heat on Tuesday, Aug. 27, we have decided to transition to an e-learning day for the safety and well-being of our students and families,” the district released on Monday, Aug. 26.
Fischer Theatre Seeking More Exposure, Regional Relationships
DANVILLE — It’s hard to compare community theaters and what they can offer the public. It’s not one size fits all. As the Virginia Theatre in Champaign gets ready for renovations early next year, Fischer Theatre officials say the Virginia’s closure likely won’t affect the Danville theater much because of the limitations in what they can book.
Free Museum Days In Illinois During September
If you're looking for some family fun but are on a tight budget, there are opportunities available for free days at some Illinois museums. During September Some Illinois Museums Offer Free Days. I was pretty lucky growing up. My parents liked to do activities as a family so I got...
EV Manufacturer Ymer Technology Announces Opening of U.S. Headquarters in Illinois
BUFFALO GROVE - Ymer Technology, a manufacturer of electric vehicle (EV) components for the heavy equipment industry, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Lake County Partners, and the Village of Buffalo Grove, announced the grand opening of its new U.S. headquarters in Buffalo Grove. The company’s $5.7 million investment, bolstered by a Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) agreement, will enable Ymer Technology to produce cooling technology and thermal management systems for EVs while supporting Illinois’ clean energy economy.
Celebrity Singer’s Semi-Truck Crashes Into Illinois Bridge
A semi-truck carrying equipment for a big summer concert tour got stuck under a bridge in Illinois. The Show Must Go On After Concert Tour Truck Gets Stuck Under Illinois Bridge. Being on the road as a famous musician is not an easy job. The bigger the artist, then the...
Organized retail crime costs Illinois retailers, consumers, taxpayers
(The Center Square) – Illinois retailers, consumers and taxpayers are all paying a price for organized retail crime. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul told The Center Square that organized retail crime involves much more than just smash-and-grab incidents. “It’s rail theft. It’s theft from warehouses, theft from big box stores, the Home Depots, the Walmarts and so forth. It’s not just in urban areas. It’s throughout the state,” Raoul said. ...
Northern Illinois Residents Alerted to Severe Thunderstorm Risk: Stay Indoors This Afternoon
Rockford, IL – Northern Illinois, including Rockford and Woodstock, is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 4 p.m. this afternoon. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of possible strong storms developing over the area, capable of producing damaging winds up to 70 mph and hail up to 1.5 inches in diameter.
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