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Potentially Severe Mosquito-borne Illness Confirmed in Illinois
It was simply a matter of time. With the number of mosquitos that seem to take over Illinois and Missouri during the summertime, the fact that a potentially severe mosquito-borne illness is now confirmed in the area should not come as a surprise. The Illinois Department of Public Health said...
‘Pretty surreal’: Mahomet student performs at Carnegie Hall
MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA) — One Champaign County high-schooler is relishing in the performance of a lifetime in New York City. On Saturday night, Isaac Hanson from Mahomet-Seymour High School was one of two alto saxophonists to perform in a 22-member jazz ensemble at Carnegie Hall. The National Youth Orchestra, or NYO, selects the top high […]
Monticello hosts BBQ showdown at first Smoke ‘N Octane Festival
MONTICELLO, Ill. (WCIA) — People across Piatt County enjoyed some summer fun and food this weekend. Monticello hosted their inaugural Smoke ‘N Octane Festival. Some even got a head start on the festivities on Friday. People could expect lots of cook-outs, live music, and even a car show. John Frerichs is the vice chair for […]
Bloomington Library celebrating renovation, expansion project at ribbon-cutting in August
BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Public Library announced Friday that it’s ready to reveal the highly anticipated 25-month finalization of its newly expanded and renovated facility worth millions. According to a press release from the library Friday morning, after 25 months of construction, there will be a ribbon-cutting and celebration...
Barbers with Books: Back after a pause during peak of the pandemic
BLOOMINGTON (25News Now)—A program to encourage kids to read more books returned this summer. Barbers with Books allows kids to get a free haircut if they read to their barber during their appointment. According to the National Literacy Institute, 40% of students nationwide cannot read at a basic level.
Unity's Knudsen transfers to ISU: 'I'm very excited'
Jul. 22—NORMAL — Dave Ellars knew early on that Elyce Knudsen had potential to play at the next level. Before the 2020 Unity grad would play for Millikin's women's basketball team — where she finished fourth among the Big Blue's all-time leading scorers — and transfer to Illinois State for the 2024-25 season, she was a key part of the Rockets' fortunes on the basketball court and softball ...
The daily pitch from Sports Editor Matt Daniels: July 22, 2024
Jul. 22—➜ is now a two-time major champion. The 30-year-old from San Diego backed up his PGA Championship at Vahalla in May by winning the British Open on Sunday at Royal Troon in Scotland and the cool-sounding title that comes along with it as the "champion golfer of the year." ➜ The Olympics are almost here with Friday's opening ceremonies featuring an athlete parade on the River Seine in ...
What are the next steps for Decatur Schools’ phone ban?
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The Decatur School District superintendent is optimistic about the district’s new cell phone ban, but she also knows it will come with a new set of challenges. In mid-July, the Decatur School Board voted to ban cell phones and other electronic devices as a part of the new Electronic Devices policy […]
Today is National Ice Cream Day!
CHAMPAIGN, IL – (Chambana Today) – Trying to beat the heat? Thankfully July 21 is National Ice Cream Day! A number of places will have promotions for ice cream!. Dairy Queen will be offering a free Dilly Bar with any purchase customers place on the DQ app. Cold...
Land Bank Finishes 2nd Rehab Project with City Support
July 21, 2024 – With support from the City of Decatur’s American Rescue Plan funds, the Central Illinois Land Bank Authority (CILBA) has completed another home rehabilitation project located at 1652 N Edward St, Decatur. This is the second home completed in the Abandonment to Rehab program. The...
Rivian hosts 3rd annual Family and Friends Day at Normal plant
Electric automaker Rivian hosted its third annual Family and Friends Day on Sunday, with attendance at around 6,000 people, and company leaders speaking optimistically about the company's future plans. This year, the employee morale booster comes amid ramped up production at the plant. Vice President of Manufacturing Tim Fallon said...
Brad Underwood changed everything — except himself — to transform Illinois
We’re a little more than 100 days away from the newest edition of Illinois men’s basketball taking the floor for a regular season game. Brad Underwood is entering his eighth year at the helm. With the Illini not only getting to the vaunted Second Weekend last year —...
Release of Pending Autopsy Report on Body Found in Vermilion River Expected on Monday
The autopsy report, along with positive identification, on the body found Friday (July 19th) in the Vermilion River is expected to be released by the Vermilion County Corner’s Office on Monday (July 22nd). On Friday, the Danville Police issued a release stating that around 12:20 PM Friday “law enforcement...
'Supporting the community that's supported us.' Cafe Moxo workers volunteer post Adams St. fire
You won’t find the crew of Cafe Moxo behind the usual red and black bar, but they’re still working on the clock across Springfield. You’ll find the 12 men and women who used to man the coffee station and sandwich bars now at St. John’s Breadline, Washington Street Mission, Contact Ministries and several elementary schools across the district.
Sonya Massey case: A timeline of events from officers being called to her funeral
Ahead of body camera footage of the fatal shooting of Springfield woman Sonya Massey being released, here's a timeline of the events in the fatal shooting. Around 12:50 a.m., July 6: Two Sangamon County Sheriff's deputies, including defendant Sean P. Grayson, were called to a home in the 2800 block of Hoover Avenue in an unincorporated part of Woodside Township for a possible intruder. According to court documents, they made contact with the 911 caller, Sonya Massey, who appeared to be "calm, perhaps unwell, not aggressive."
Illinois just offered 2028 prospect — before he plays a high school game
I’m trying to do a lot of research here on his birthday, because I want to know if he’s potentially the first prospect born in the 2010s to receive an offer from Illinois. Anywho, Illinois reportedly offered 6-foot-6 prospect Cole Kelly on Saturday — before he even plays a high school game.
4 more tornadoes confirmed from last Monday’s derecho
Thorough surveys by the National Weather Service in Lincoln have unveiled 4 additional tornado tracks from last Monday night’s derecho which also packed 60 to 111 mph winds. There was 1 tornado near Williamsfield, 1 near Dunlap and 2 near Germantown Hills.
One person wounded in stand-off with Springfield Police; two other shooting victims located nearby
A total of three people were shot and Springfield Police officers were shot at in a stand-off in the 2100 block of South 15th Street early Sunday morning. Springfield Police Emergency Response Team and Crisis Response Team members were called in after multiple persons were uncooperative with officers and barricaded themselves inside a home.
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