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As students return to school, Illinois parents are faced with fewer choices
(The Center Square) – Students in Illinois and around the country are returning to classes, but the education landscape looks different in the Land of Lincoln. Last spring, the Democratic-led General Assembly failed to renew the Invest in Kids tax scholarship program, Illinois’ only school choice program. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, Illinois Speaker of the House, last week said the program could be considered a school voucher program. “Here at the...
Get to These W.Central Illinois Disc Golf Courses This Fall
Disc golf is growing in popularity year by year with new courses in new places. All you need is a disc (or a 3 pack starter set: driver, mid-range, putter), a friend or two and a willingness to learn and grow. --Fair Warning-- Disc golf can become addictive. A quick...
Spooky Season Arrives Early: Halloween Décor Hit Illinois Shelves
I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked into Home Depot in Rockford this week—Halloween decorations were already out in full force!. It’s still August, Summer is still here, but I guess we've decided to just fast forward to Halloween?! I'm here for it, but how early is REALLY too early?
Illinois quick hits: Former deputy appealing pre-trial detention; tax credit for back-to-school expenses
Former deputy appealing pre-trial detentionThe legal team representing a former Illinois sheriff’s deputy charged with fatally shooting an unarmed woman last month laid out its plans Monday to appeal a pre-trial detention order to the appellate court.Sean Grayson is charged with the murder of Sonya Massey after she called 911 to report a prowler. Since being arrested, Grayson has been held in jail, and a Sangamon County judge has rejected two attempts to get him released pending his full trial.More heat TuesdayThe hottest temperatures of the year will affect the Prairie State Tuesday.Excessive heat warnings have been issued for most...
Illinois Woman Goes Viral For Thrifting Hot Dog Soap Dispenser
Hi, it's me. I went viral for thrifting a soap dispenser disguised as a dog wearing a hot dog costume. This has to be the peak of my internet career. A few months ago, I made a TikTok that reached nearly 5 million views after I kept trying to say "Chicago Style Hot Dog" but instead it came out as "Shakyle Hophawg".
NGRREC Wetlands Collaborative celebrates funding success
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) is celebrating the success of the NGRREC Wetlands Collaborative in obtaining funding for research, education and outreach. NGRREC received $1,457,000 and collaborated with the Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS) for an additional $444,000, bringing the total amount of funding approved...
With conventions in rearview mirror, Illinois’ parties work to get out the vote
(The Center Square) – With the national parties’ conventions over, it’s a mad dash to the general election finish line. Leaders from both of Illinois’ major political parties are laying out their get-out-the-vote efforts. Democrats officially nominated Kamala Harris for president last week in Chicago. Republicans nominated Donald Trump in Milwaukee last month. The Illinois State Board of Elections certified the ballot Friday that included keeping independent candidate Robert Kennedy on. Kennedy has now endorsed Trump, taking his name off battleground states’ ballots while staying...
Illinois Voted Most Hated State in America – It’s Chicago’s Fault
I want to be clear that I do not hate Illinois, so don't shoot the messenger. I'm just letting you know that the Land of Lincoln has just been named the most hated state in America and the blame is firmly on Chicago. When I saw this new top 10...
Tuesday’s Heat Index Map for Missouri & Illinois is Terrifying
If you thought Monday was hot, wait until you see the heat index map for Missouri and Illinois for Tuesday. It's led to excessive heat warnings and advisories for nearly all of both states. The National Weather Service in Saint Louis, Missouri just updated the outlook for Tuesday in both...
U of I police to throw Community Unity Festival
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The University of Illinois Division of Public Safety is hosting the Community Unity Festival on Tuesday evening to bring public safety agencies, service organizations and community members together. The event is scheduled from 5-8 p.m. at the U of I south quad. Some attractions at the festival include tours of first […]
Chen appointed interim executive associate dean
Jiangping Chen assumed the position of interim executive associate dean and visiting professor on August 16. In this role, she will work closely with Dean Eunice E. Santos to realize the iSchool's strategic goals and objectives. She also will provide leadership for the internal administration of the School, including oversight for the work of associate deans and assigned staff as well as the coordination of faculty affairs. Chen's position will become permanent following approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.
Season three of ‘The Wilkerson Era’
After a turnaround season last year, Eastern is looking to kick off the 2024 season with an upset over the University of Illinois. After finishing his first season 2-9 from ending his most recent season 8-3, some would say that Eastern’s head coach Chris Wilkerson pulled off one of the biggest turnarounds in Football Championship Subdivision history.
Non-conference schedule designed to challenge young Illini team
(WCIA) — Illinois’s 2024-25 roster is young but stacked with talent, and head coach Brad Underwood kept that in mind when planning the non-conference slate. “I think the one thing that I’m excited for is the growth,” said Underwood. “You know, I think that this team has a ceiling that’s pretty high, maybe as high […]
Game week has arrived for eager Illinois football team
(WCIA) — It feels like Christmas Eve in the Smith Center as Illinois prepares to open the 2024 campaign. “I can’t wait,” said outside linebacker and captain Seth Coleman. “It’s a surprise, really. I can’t wait for y’all to see. They’ve been working hard. I’m just ready. I’m just ready for the whole team to […]
“Walk to Defeat ALS” and Ice Bucket Challenge
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Harsha Gurujal joins ciLiving today to share all about the Walk to Defeat ALS happening at Hessel Park in Champaign on Sunday, September 8, 2024. People will gather between 9:30 and 11:00 with the walk starting at 11:00. Attendee will just walk around the park, a one-mile walk. You and your family are invited and can donate at alsunited.org.
RhinoAg worker: ‘A lot of people’ felt closure was imminent
GIBSON CITY — When employees of RhinoAg’s Gibson City manufacturing facility were informed on the morning of Monday, Aug. 19, that all would be losing their jobs and the plant closed within the next several months, the mood was “somber,” one recalled a week later. “Very somber, for sure,” the soon-to-be-laid-off staffer told the Ford County Chronicle on Monday, Aug. […]
Empowering Veterans through Gardening: the Master Gardeners and the VA
ABOVE: Master Gardener Volunteers have helped turn the VA Greenhouse into a model of innovation, collaboration and compassion. DANVILLE, Ill — As you approach the VA Greenhouse, the first thing that catches your eye are the vegetable gardens and the cart that holds the produce, asking visitors to take what they need. Nearby, the cutting garden bursts with colorful blooms. Stepping inside the greenhouse, you’re greeted by rows of tables brimming with a diverse collection of plants, each thriving under the care of dedicated volunteers. This serene setting, a collaboration between the Vermilion County Master Gardeners and the VA Illiana Health Care System, has blossomed into a sanctuary of healing, hope, and education for veterans, their families, and VA staff.
Keep Vermilion County Beautiful Targets Area of Danville
An area near Downtown Danville looks better – thanks to the work of some volunteers with Keep Vermilion County Beautiful. They pitched in to clean an area west of the Palmer Arena and down towards a boardwalk along the Vermilion River on Saturday. Brenda Adams, Executive Director of Keep...
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