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IL representatives propose MINES Act for coal mine collapse accountability
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WCIA) — A bipartisan proposal has been brought forth by Illinois U.S. Representatives to unveil the federal government’s efforts towards preventing coal mine collapses. The Monitoring, Investigating, Navigating and Explaining Subsidence (MINES) Act was brought forth by Representatives Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) and Mike Bost (R-IL-12), as well as Alex Mooney (R-WV-02) and Matt […]
Special Airline For Dogs Now Flies Out Of Illinois
If you love traveling with your dog, there is now a new and better option flying out of Illinois. Don't get me wrong, I love animals, especially my pets. I just don't understand how people bring them on vacation and travel with the little creatures. Manly, because it's not easy. It's hard enough going through an airport with yourself let alone with a dog.
Pritzker works to clarify whether he’s being vetted for Harris running mate
(The Center Square) – Questions persist around whether Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is or is not being vetted as a possible vice presidential candidate for Kamala Harris. President Joe Biden announced Sunday he was not seeking reelection. He later endorsed Vice President Harris to be the nominee. Democratic leaders, including Pritzker, followed suit with endorsements of Harris. Alongside the names of Democratic governors from several other states, Pritzker’s name was...
Big Lots closing up to 40 stores across the US—including these 3 Illinois locations
We now know which locations Big Lots will be closing across Illinois. Big Lots, the Ohio-based retail discount chain announced on July 10 the company’s plans to close up to 40 locations across the country this year, due to financial challenges the brand is facing in a post-Covid market. More: 'Supporting the community...
Illinois Now Forecast to Lose 400,000 Residents in Next 20 Years
There's good news and bad news about a new population forecast for Illinois. The bad news is that the state is forecast to lose almost 400,000 residents in the next couple of decades. The good news is rentals should be easier to find. This is based on a new ranking...
Important News for Illinois Low Income Families Receiving TANF Payments
Illinois has set a precedent now that all child support payments collected for families receiving or having received Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) will now be directly passed on to them without state deductions. Child Support Changes in Illinois Now in Effect. This landmark policy was effective as of...
90-year-old landmark to be torn down in Catlin
CATLIN, Ill. (WCIA) — In about a week, a piece of history will be gone in one Central Illinois community. For more than 90 years, a grain elevator has looked over the village of Catlin. But about three years ago, a Japanese grain bin corporation called Zen Noh bought the property and is now making […]
Rival Gymnast Reveals Selfless Act Simone Biles Just Committed at Paris Olympics
Simone Biles showed how to stand up for herself after the Summer Games in Tokyo, and now the gymnastics legend is even sticking up for her rivals at the Paris Olympics. German gymnast Sarah Voss took to Instagram to reveal that Biles helped make sure members of the German team had a place on a ...
Malik Turner signs with 49ers
(WCIA) — Former Illini and Springfield native Malik Turner is back in pro football for a second stint in San Francisco on a one-year deal. The 28 year-old receiver last played for the 49ers in 2022. Turner spent 2023 with the Las Vegas Raiders and Houston Texans practice squads and last years training camp with […]
WEEKEND WEATHER: “Fair” weather for Monster Trucks on Saturday, rain expected Sunday afternoon
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The weekend forecast is pretty fair until Sunday – perfect to check out the Monster Trucks at the Champaign County Fair in Urbana. Mild nights for Friday and Saturday, with a better cloud cover Saturday night. Expect potentially severe weather Sunday afternoon and evening.
Skateland reopens after brief closure due to water main break
Jul. 25—SAVOY — Skateland reopened Thursday afternoon after closing early Wednesday night due to a loss of water pressure as utility workers repaired a broken main nearby. Illinois American Water's list of active alerts shows that there have been several boil orders issued in the Champaign-Urbana area over the past couple days due to broken valves and main breaks. Skateland co-owner Bob ...
How Illini Football Will Improve Defensively in 2024
Head Coach Bret Bielema spoke to the BTN Network crew at the Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis on Tuesday and was asked a question Illini fans have posed since Northwestern 2023. How does the Illini plan to improve defensively in 2024?. The Illini were regarded by several outlets as...
Retired WCIA engineer awarded Dave Benton Crime Fighter of the Year
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — WCIA is proud to announce that Peter McFarland, a retired employee of ours, was awarded the Dave Benton Crime Fighter of the Year Award by Champaign County Crime Stoppers. McFarland was recognized Thursday during Crime Stoppers’ annual meeting at the Elks Lodge in Savoy. While working at WCIA as an engineer, […]
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