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Coles County Animal Shelter alerts locals to text message scam
CHARLESTON, Ill. (WCIA) — The Coles County Animal Shelter is bringing attention to a recent scam that has been circulating through text messages. They said a scammer has been reaching out to locals, claiming to be a staff member with the shelter. The scammer will then request to send a six-digit code as “verification” of […]
240-acre Autonomous and Connected Track planned for Rantoul to receive $48M in funding
The Grainger College of Engineering is known for many things in the realm of innovation and technology, and transportation has been the topic of discussion lately. With the help of funding from the US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), National University Rail Center of Excellence (NURail CoE) was recently launched at Grainger. This year, there’s been more information released about the Autonomous and Connected Track planned for Rantoul through the work of the Illinois Center for Transportation, with the transfer of a portion Chanute Airforce Base last year in order to build this 240-acre testing facility.
Macon County Clerk moves some Decatur polling places
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The Macon County Clerk’s Office is relocating some polling places ahead of November’s general election. The voting center for Decatur 16, 18, 19, and 22 will be moved back to the House of Miracles Pentecostal Church at 1503 North Summit Avenue. Clerk Josh Tanner said these jurisdictions initially had to relocate […]
Vermilion Co. Sheriff’s Dept. searching Rankin for missing man
RANKIN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Vermilion County Sheriff’s Office is actively looking for a man who has been missing since last week. Captain Michael Hartshorn of the Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department said Frank Lucas was last seen by his family on Monday, July 8, and they reported him missing three days later. The search so […]
Lake Sara brings Effingham community together with leisure
EFFINGHAM, Ill. (WCIA) — Lake Sara is bringing the Effingham community together for boating, swimming and everything in between. Boating, check. swimming, check. Pickleball, also check. They have it all in Our Town Effingham. “Anything you want to do you can take advantage of at Lake Sara Beach Park!” Christo Schultz said. It hasn’t always […]
Sarah Bush Lincoln gets $105K for new tele-dentistry program
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — Sarah Bush Lincoln in Mattoon is all smiles after they received a more than $100,000 grant towards their Dental Program. The money will be used to expand its tele-dentistry program for at-risk children. “We are so thankful for these grant dollars that will help our dental team reach more children with […]
Midstate Soccer cancels Little Kritters & 3v3 sessions due to heat
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND)- Hot days are still ahead for central IL, and due to extreme heat some outdoor programs may be canceled. MidState Soccer announced Monday afternoon its Little Kritters and 3v3 programs scheduled for July 15, has been canceled due to high heat and out of caution for the safety and well-being of all players.
Interview With Amanda McKay Detailing Upcoming Effingham Library Events
Amanda McKay stopped by the studio today to give more details on upcoming events at the Effingham Public Library. Even with the summer season winding down, there are still plenty of things to look forward to at the Library. You can listen to the interview below. We would like to...
14 arrested for DUI during Decatur 4th of July enforcement campaign
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — More than a dozen people were arrested during a recent traffic enforcement operation in Decatur, police announced. The Decatur Police Department was one of more than 200 law enforcement agencies in Illinois that participated in an IDOT-funded campaign to crack down on impaired driving and seat belt violations before and after […]
A Taste of Both Worlds is permanently closed
In sad restaurant news, A Taste of Both Worlds, the Filipino-Cambodian restaurant inside Broadway Food Hall, is closed permanently. A Taste of Both Worlds opened at the beginning of 2021 as Champaign-Urbana’s only Filipino and Cambodian eatery. The Urbana food hall vendor served awesome banh mi, delicious sisig, tasty turon, whole tilapia, and boodle fights (a communal meal with food spread across a table) in addition to offering excellent Restaurant Week specials like this num pang burger, crispy fried chicken, and buko pandan.
Motorcyclist from Alabama dies following crash in Effingham
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A motorcyclist from Alabama has died in Central Illinois one week after he was hurt in a traffic accident. Stephen Thuney, the interim Coroner of Champaign County, said the crash happened in Effingham, but the victim was later transported to Carle Hospital in Urbana. He died there at 12:14 p.m. on […]
John’s Hill Magnet School parking lot mural part of Jasper Street revitalization
July 15, 2024 –The city of Decatur, in collaboration with the Decatur Arts Council (DAAC), are creating a mural at Johns Hill as part of the Jasper Street Corridor revitalization. This project is part of a larger effort to enhance the area through place-making art. The mural, designed by...
UPDATE: Missing 15-year-old found, Champaign Police confirm
Update at 7:44 p.m. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A Champaign teenager who has been missing since Saturday has now been found. 15-year-old Damien Andrews was located on Monday evening, Joe Lamberson of the Champaign Police Department shared with WCIA. During the search, Andrews was considered endangered. Police say that when he was found, he was […]
Stew-Stras High School to hold visitation for girls killed in UTV crash
SHELBY COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Stew-Stras High School is hosting a memorial for three young girls who died in a crash last week. Edie Wittenberg, Karly Wetherell, and Sienna Bostedo all died in a UTV crash Thursday. They were supposed to be incoming freshman at the high school this year. The school will be holding […]
City of Decatur and CONO to Host National Night Out on August 6
July 15, 2024 – The 2024 National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 6, at Johns Hill Park. This community event aims to enhance the relationship between residents and law enforcement, fostering a sense of community. The event will feature various activities and opportunities for attendees to engage with local police officers and neighbors. The event will be from 5pm to 8pm.
Pillsbury plant artifacts recovered from fire-ravaged building at 413 E. Adams
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – After initially believing all was lost in the fire at 413 E. Adams St. in June, Moving Pillsbury Forward has now recovered some of the Pillsbury plant artifacts from the damaged building. MPF President Chris Richmond estimates they were able to recover 30% of the art and artifact collection that was stored and exhibited on the third floor. Among the items recovered are the bicep doughboy panel, the smutters chalkboard, three custom metal grain scoops, and the service department rolodex.
Rylee Blake of Muscatine, Iowa, Graduates from Millikin University
Rylee was one of more than 270 graduates recognized during the 2024 Spring Commencement ceremonies at the Kirkland Fine Arts Center on May 19, 2024. Millikin University is a private, comprehensive university with a diverse student population of approximately 1,900 undergraduate and graduate students. A Millikin education features Performance Learning, a unique learning approach offered only at Millikin that gives students the chance to build the confidence and skills to succeed before and after graduation. Millikin offers more than fifty majors in the College of Fine Arts, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Professional Studies, and Tabor School of Business, and is located on a 75-acre residential campus in Decatur, Illinois.
Downtown Springfield victims of June fire get funds for recovery
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) – Last month, a fire in downtown Springfield destroyed several businesses and impacted nearby residents. Now, the victims are set to receive more than $18,000 from their community to help get them back on their feet. The money comes from the INB Benefit for the Businesses Affected by the Adams Family Fire […]
Baltimore Orioles snag big-time Illinois baseball pitcher in 2024 MLB Draft
The first player is off the board for the Illinois baseball team in the 2024 MLB Draft. It was a quiet first day for the Illini, the first round came and went without a selection. Seven more rounds riffled through, and then it happened. The first Illinois player was selected.
FHLBank Chicago Announces $50 Million in Interest Rate Subsidies to Expand Community Building Impact
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 16, 2024-- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) is providing $50 million in interest rate subsidies to help expand affordable housing, economic development, and community partnerships in Illinois and Wisconsin through its new Community Impact Advance Pilot Program. This Program provides an up to two percent reduction in interest rates on advances, which are secured loans, to help FHLBank Chicago member financial institutions support their customers and amplify the impact they are making in their communities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240716310882/en/ Pilot program offered through FHLBank Chicago makes $50 million in interest rate subsidies available to support affordable housing and economic development in Illinois and Wisconsin. The Community Impact Advance is available today to member financial institutions. (Photo: Business Wire)
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