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Protesters continue to demand answers after Sangamon County deputy fatally shoots woman
SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — Dozens of protesters lined up outside the Sangamon County Building again on Monday demanding answers in the death of Sonya Massey, 36, who was shot and killed by Sangamon County deputies. Protesters were holding signs saying "Black Lives Matter," "Justice for Sonya," and "Sonya Strong."...
Has There Ever Been a Shark Attack in Illinois?
There is a rare species of shark that can survive in salt and fresh water but did one attack a boy in Lake Michigan near Chicago?. I'm not going to lie, I was watching Shark Week stuff on TV and wondered if there had ever been a shark attack in any bodies of water in Illinois. I know just mentioning it sounds ridiculous, but I have Googled stranger things.
$1.15B Great Lakes dam project enters construction phase
The states of Michigan and Illinois signed an agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to cosponsor construction of the $1.15 billion Brandon Road Interbasin Project, which will prevent invasive carp and other aquatic nuisance species from entering the Great Lakes, per a July 1 news release from Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s office.
Here are some safe ways you can beat the heat in Illinois
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — As the state gets fully broiled in the summertime weather, the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Association of Illinois is sharing tips on how to stay healthy in the heat. Of course, the most important thing is to stay hydrated. You should drink water before, during, and after outside activity. CERT said […]
Yelp claims Illinois has one of the Top 10 Tattoo Shops in the US
IF (and that is a big if) you are going to get a tattoo, why not have one of the best of the best in the US do the tattoo for you? Here is the place Yelp claims is not only the best tattoo shop in Illinois, but one of the ten best in the entire US...
Advocates criticize bid by Illinois power grid operator to skip some federal reforms
Last year federal regulators approved a long-awaited set of reforms designed to ease waitlists for new power sources seeking to come online and deliver electricity to homes and businesses. Such waitlists have emerged as one of the leading barriers to clean energy — including wind and solar power — and the federal reforms were widely viewed as an important step forward. But now PJM ...
Small Businesses Welcomed by Danville Dans on SMALL BIZ GRAND SLAM Night
DANVILLE, IL – Danville Dans management have a history of promoting local businesses during their games. And this year, the team is hosting a special Small Biz Grand Slam during the Dans game on Wednesday, July 17. Small businesses with 10 or fewer employees are invited to participate. For...
Central Illinois clinic opens its doors to new patients
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign’s Avicenna Health Center is now seeing people needing skin or wound care. Organizers said they noticed a need for the services in Central Illinois. Avicenna is a medical student-run health center offering all care free of charge. They’ve been offering help with primary care, eye health and common disease resources […]
Carrie Underwood fans gush ‘you’re such a hottie’ as star wears bejeweled top and short shorts for Chicago show
CARRIE Underwood fans have been left gushing over the country star’s outfit, as she sported a bejeweled top and short shorts. Following her appearance at the Windy City Smoke Out festival in Chicago, fans said Carrie was “such a hottie.” The former American Idol winner posted a series of Instagram photos of her headlining performance […]
Controversial Sports Writer Rips Angel Reese, Drops Truth Bomb On Why She Won’t Win WNBA Rookie Of The Year Over Caitlin Clark
A well-known sportswriter, never shy of hot takes, ripped Chicago Sky star Angel Reese amid debates about if she’s a realistic challenger to Caitlin Clark for WNBA Rookie of the Year honors. Angel Reese has put together an excellent rookie season in Chicago, averaging 13.5 points, 12 rebounds, 1.5...
UHC Employees Mark Cancer Treatment Milestone for Clarksburg RN Stacey Dillow
United Hospital Center Neurosurgery, Spine, and Pain Center employees celebrated the return of their colleague, Stacey Dillow, RN (seated in submitted photo below). Stacey just completed her final round of chemotherapy. The group surprised Stacey by presenting her with a gift basket, while donning custom t-shirts to show their support and solidarity.
Illinois Republican delegates admire VP pick J.D. Vance's journey from never-Trumper to Trump ally
MILWAUKEE (CBS) -- Former President Donald Trump on Monday chose U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio to be his vice presidential running mate.Trump announced his VP pick on social media just before he was to accept the presidential nomination at the in Milwaukee on Monday.Among Republican delegates from Illinois, the news went over well—but what they liked about him varied.Some say Vance's age—just 39 years old—brings a youthfulness to the ticket. They also say his book "Hillbilly Elegy," released eight years ago, tells the story of a hurting America that continues to hurt."Hillbilly Elegy" told the story of an American life of struggle and poverty...
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