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Opponents call new Illinois law ‘thank-you gift’ to government unions
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill opponents say is a thank-you gift from the Illinois General Assembly to government unions. Pritzker signed House Bill 4417, which allows public high schools, including charter schools, to designate and annually observe a week known as "Workplace Readiness Week.” Opponents say the law will provide a platform for union propaganda. State Sen. Dan McConchie, R-Hawthorn Woods, urged a "no" vote...
Bloomington plastics recycler complying with public disclosure requirements
A plastics recycler in Bloomington now appears to be complying with Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District efforts to find out what was going on at the site on South Bunn Street, between Croxton and Bell. Earlier this year, the water reclamation district [BNWRD] threatened disconnection and revocation of the wastewater discharge...
Illinois Closings: This Fast Food Giant May Be Shuttering Stores
For over a year now, it seems as though each new week brings some news about another company with locations throughout the country deciding (or being forced to decide) to permanently close multiple locations. We've seen several major retailers in Illinois close their doors forever, and we've seen even more...
ISP Improves Crash Investigation & Safety Techniques
To help with traffic crash investigations, as well as identify best practices to keep officers safe, the Illinois State Police (ISP) participated in the Illinois Association of Technical Accident Investigators crash testing event on June 26-28, 2024. The event took place at the Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, IL. ISP officers from the Traffic Crash Reconstruction Unit, Crime Scene Services, Division of Patrol, and representatives from the ISP Forensic Laboratory joined law enforcement officers and crash scene investigators from other agencies for the three-day event. Attendees witnessed live crash testing and participated in forensic mapping and digital evidence recovery.
USAC SPRINT CARS RETURNING TO RED HILL RACEWAY
USAC Sprint Cars return to the Red Hill Raceway south of Sumner tonight night, after 26 years, since 1998, it’s Sprint Car racing back on the track in Lawrence County, featuring the USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Car Series with Dirtcar Modifieds. Plus, it’s a salute to Olney’s own Levi...
Bret Bielema leads seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field
Let’s just say Bret Bielema won’t be on The Voice anytime soon. The Illini’s head coach led a rousing rendition of Take Me Out To The Ballgame during the seventh inning stretch Tuesday night at Wrigley Field. It was part of the Cubs’ Illini Night. Illinois...
Georgetown-Ridge Farm Band to March in Champaign County Freedom Celebration Parade
GEORGETOWN — When Paige Smith became the Georgetown-Ridge Farm school district’s band director a few years ago, her goals included increasing the marching band numbers and once again traveling to area parades and events. “We haven’t because we’ve been so small,” Smith said of the travel aspect....
Fraud charges announced for local workers accused of stealing medication
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office announced that criminal investigations into alleged Medicaid fraud has resulted in fraud charges against multiple individuals throughout the state, including three people in Vanderburgh County and one in Warrick County. According to a release, Amy Nicole Mullins, 36, of Rockport, is charged with failure to make, […]
Kokomo police say shoplifter peed on pile of Old Navy pants
KOKOMO, Ind. — Police say a shoplifter walked into an Old Navy store, took several pairs of pants off a rack, urinated on the pants and then walked out of the store with the soiled garments shoved in a bag. According to the Kokomo Police Department, the incident occurred Saturday at an Old Navy located […]
Apartments coming soon to Bierhaus Blvd.
A $35 million apartment project has been officially announced for Vincennes. Gibson County based Simplified Developments LLC is said to be building a complex with 240 market-rate apartments which will be 1 to 3 bedrooms each. It will be located on Bierhause Boulevard. In the announcement on Monday, Chris Pfaff,...
Vincennes 4th of July plans
The weather is calling for rain, but for now, all 4th activities in Vincennes are on. Events start at Noon Thursday on Patrick Henry Square with food booths and other vendors being being hosted by the Vincennes Firefighters Association. The events at Patrick Henry Square are all weather permitting. Mayor...
What You Need to Know So You Don’t Get Fined For Fireworks in Illinois
Fourth of July is around the corner, and while fireworks light up the night sky, lighting them yourself is never a good idea, especially in Illinois. Let's put the bad news out there first; as most people know, Illinois has a strict law that bans most consumer fireworks. Here's a refresher, just in case you need it.
Shaboozey will Headline at the Illinois State Fair
"One, here comes the 2 to the 3 to the 4" Shaboozey is bringing A Bar Song (Tipsy) to the Illinois State Fair! Here are the details on the show and how to get tickets... According to a post from the Illinois State Fair Facebook page, Shaboozey, the man behind the summer hit song on country radio A Bar Song (Tipsy), is going to be headlining at the Illinois State Fair on Sunday, August, 18th. The Facebook page post says tickets will be on sale starting July 6th at 10 am via Ticketmaster.
Illinois expands lead exposure risk areas, adds 148 new ZIP codes
The Illinois Department of Public Health has expanded its list of high-risk ZIP codes for lead exposure, recommending mandatory testing for children under 12 living in those areas, with the goal of implementing universal testing for lead exposure across all Illinois ZIP codes by 2026.
Tuesday Storms Drop 2 Inches of Rain Across Quad Cities Region
Quad Cities, IL – Heavy rainfalls and thunderstorms on Tuesday evening resulted in significant flooding across the Quad Cities area. Rainfall measurements between 1 and 2 inches were common, with some locations experiencing more than 2 inches, causing disruptions and hazardous conditions. According to the US National Weather Service,...
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