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Bears President Kevin Warren meets with Illinois governor to discuss stadium plan
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has made clear that he does not think building a stadium for the Bears is a good use of taxpayers’ money, but yesterday he agreed to listen to what Bears President Kevin Warren had to say about it. However, after the meeting, Pritzker’s spokesman told...
Illinois is setting the stage to use federal funding to provide broadband service statewide
(The Center Square) – Now that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration has approved Illinois’ proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program, implementation is underway. The approval enables the state to request access to funding for the BEAD program. Devon Braunstein, director of the Illinois Office of Broadband, said Illinois will be receiving just over $1 billion for the broadband rollout. ...
Illinois news in brief: Madigan seeks to have bribery charges tosses; ISU student trial delayed; section of I-55 closed
Madigan's defense team wants bribery charges tossed Lawyers for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan are seeking to get some of the corruption counts against him tossed out. Madigan’s lawyers are seeking dismissal of 14 of the 23 counts in light of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in the bribery case of the former mayor of Portage, Indiana. The court narrowed the scope of federal public corruption law, finding that it is a criminal act to take bribes before an official act but not if...
ADM, LG Chem joint venture will not move forward in Decatur
CHICAGO (WAND) — ADM and LG Chem announced that a project set for Decatur will not move forward. A signing ceremony was held in 2022 for the joint production of lactic acid and polylactic acid. Lactic acid is widely used in food, feed and cosmetics in addition to industrials like bioplastics.
Decatur Area Arts Council to host Mac n’ Cheese Fest this weekend
July 18, 2024 – The Decatur Area Arts Council will host Mac n’ Cheese Fest on Saturday, July 20th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Fairview Park Pavilion. There will be a variety of macaroni and cheese-inspired dishes prepared by local restaurants, food vendors, and caterers. Each participant will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite dish, with the top choice receiving the “Big Cheese” Award.
Lake Land College launches Hire a Laker campaign to boost student job placements
MATTOON, Ill. (WICS) — Lake Land College Career Services is launching the Hire a Laker campaign, an opportunity for local businesses to collaborate with the College and promote their companies to job-seeking students. Under the Hire a Laker campaign, the College is spotlighting local organizations with a history of...
Mattoon Bagelfest announces Saturday parade lineup
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — Mattoon’s 38th annual Bagelfest is rolling out a fun-filled parade this Saturday. This year’s theme is “Bagelfest Academy,” teaching the Central Illinois community about everything bagels — including “everything bagels!” Bagelfest officials said this year’s parade is spread on pretty thick with entries, so they advise participants to keep the gaps […]
One teen dead, one hurt in overnight Decatur shooting
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Two teenagers have been shot, one fatally, in an overnight shooting in Decatur. Officials with the Decatur Police Department said officers were dispatched at 12:08 a.m. on Thursday to a home at Pine Street and Leafland Avenue to conduct a welfare check. When they arrived, they found a 19-year-old male with […]
Danville Bank Building Sells in Auction
DANVILLE — The building adjacent to Towne Centre that houses Old National Bank in downtown Danville has a new owner. The winning bid was $425,000, with a purchase price of $446,250 in an auction that ended Wednesday. The listing on the Ten-X auction website stated the reserve had been...
Second 14-year-old arrested in murder of 63-year-old Decatur man
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - A second 14-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with first degree murder in connection with the death of a 63-year-old Decatur man. DPD arrested this teen Wednesday on charges of first-degree murder and attempted criminal sexual assault. The juvenile is being detained at the Peoria...
Decatur School District #61 Custodians Call on BOE to Provide a Living Wage
Decatur SD #61 Custodians attended the July 16 Board of Education meeting calling on board members and Superintendent Rochelle Clark to come to the bargaining table with a contract that offers a living wage. SEIU Local 73 represents 80 custodians who have been bargaining since February while the board has...
LISTEN: Heritage Behavioral Health on Byers & Co
July 18, 2024 – Mary Garrison, Aubrey Puckett, and Anatoliy Sedov of Heritage Behavioral Health Center joined Byers & Co to talk about substance use, using harm reduction techniques, and how they individualize treatment for people. Listen to the podcast now!
Many Challenges in Continuing Search for 12-year-old in Danville; Police Request Everyone Not Searching Stay Out of River
DANVILLE — The challenges in finding a 12-year-old boy who went missing while swimming in the Vermilion River on Monday night have been many, local law enforcement officials say. Thursday marked day four in the search. “This is a needle in a haystack situation,” said Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department...
Heart Theatre To Host First Film In 17 Years
Amy Van Bergen, owner of the historic Heart Theatre, announces an exciting community event this summer to celebrate the theatre’s legacy. On Thursday, August 8, 2024, the Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum, located at 120 W. Jefferson, will be the site of an outdoor movie night under the stars. Jefferson and Washington Avenues will be closed starting at 6:30pm, with the classic 1989 film “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids” scheduled to begin at 8:30pm.
Thirsty Thursday: Wine at Art Mart
This week, I’m thirsty for wine at Art Mart. This glass of sauvignon blanc ($8) was the loveliest sip I’ve had all week. Served in an elegant thin-lipped, slender-stemmed glass, this chilled South African sauvignon blanc called MAN tasted delicious and had vibrant notes of tropical fruit balanced with a nice acidity. When I asked about the wine’s name, Art Mart’s wine guru Todd Fusco said it was an acronym of three owners’s partners’ first initials (Marie, Anette, and Nicky). I loved this sauvignon blanc and would recommend for anyone who enjoys a good crisp white.
Decatur Public Schools bans student phone usage
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Decatur Public Schools has a new policy with their cell phones. After discussions at multiple meetings, the Decatur Public School Board of Education has voted to ban cell phones as a part of the new Electronic Devices policy for all students during the school day. All students will have to keep […]
Community volunteers make 4th of July celebrations special
MT. ZION, Ill. — Fourth of July fireworks bring rural residents together to celebrate. In Mt. Zion, Illinois, Blue Ribbon Night is held each year at Fletcher Park. The free event was held July 3 this year, which was alcohol-free and combined music, fireworks, food trucks and concessions for sale by local community organizations.
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