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Illinois Store Is Already Selling Christmas Decorations
Why are stores in Illinois already selling Christmas decorations and it's still summer?. Illinois Store Already Has It's Christmas Decorations For Sale. I remember when I was a kid, holidays and the seasons stayed in their lane. You didn't have any sight of them until it was the appropriate time. At the most, it was a month out. For example, you wouldn't see any Halloween stuff until October 1st.
The Dishonor Roll: Meet the public officials who helped build Illinois’ culture of corruption
Corruption is a way of life in Illinois politics and in Chicago, once dubbed “the only completely corrupt city in America.” As part of its ongoing series “Culture of Corruption,” the Tribune has compiled a list of roughly 200 convicted, indicted or generally notorious public officials from Illinois’ long and infamous political history. Scroll and link to meet the small-town official behind the ...
Data refutes Pritzker’s DNC claims about Illinois economy: Analyst
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker used the spotlight at the Democratic National Convention to highlight the successes of Illinois and the Democratic Party, but the president of a nonprofit think tank says the numbers don’t add up. Pritzker said there is no better place to see that change is possible under Democratic leadership than […]
Illinois’ Endangered Species: These Animals Are On The List
If you've ever wondered if an animal on the endangered species list ever gets off that list, the answer is actually yes. I guess I had never given it much thought, but I'll admit to being somewhat surprised to learn that some animal species have actually found themselves deleted from the database of endangered animals because...well...they started doing a lot better (with a lot of help) when it comes to staying alive.
Evansville tornado: 6 months later, emotional and financial toll linger
EVANSVILLE — It has been six months since an unprecedented February tornado tore through the Evansville area. People in the area still are picking up the pieces. Town of Porter resident Matt Artis took shelter in a bathroom with his disabled mother. He recalls a loud bang as the roof came off, and another bang as the front of his house was ripped away. He would soon learn that two...
Community youth program filling potholes awaits Freeport city council decision
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - Outside the Freeport Fire Department Station #2, a fresh coat of asphalt covers a smooth, sizzling street. A few steps from the repaired road, more asphalt fills potholes no longer eating Pretzel City’s tires. The work comes from the Pretzel City Skills Enhancement Program – a community effort between the City of Freeport and Midwest Contractors.
Regional Sports (8/25): Royals place Renfroe on IL
(KMAland) -- Regional college sports news updates are posted throughout the day. Continue to refresh for all of the latest from regional schools listed below. -Hunter Renfroe to IL, Tyler Gentry recalled: https://x.com/anne__rogers/status/1827735466671522263?s=46&t=PfIXH89U9GzIXbrrvNqTfg. Iowa State. Iowa. Northern Iowa. -Former UNI wrestler Ryan Loder wins The Ultimate Fighter: https://unipanthers.com/news/2024/8/25/wrestling-former-panther-wrestler-ryan-loder-wins-ufcs-ultimate-fighter. Drake. Iowa...
Hooters Has Suddenly Closed 3 Missouri Locations & 1 in Illinois
This has been one of the most difficult years in recent memory (2020 not withstanding) for food establishments. Hooters is no exception as they have suddenly shut the doors on numerous locations across America including 3 in Missouri and 1 in Illinois. I heard a few weeks ago that Hooters...
Stephenson County Firefighter passes away in motor vehicle accident
ROCK CITY, Ill. (WTVO) — Rock City Fire announced the passing of firefighter Cody Penticoff on Saturday evening. Penticoff died in a motor vehicle accident on the evening of August 23rd. Rock City Fire said arrangements are forthcoming.
Eats And Beats brings food and live music to Freeport
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - Good food and live local music are served up in Freeport at the kickoff of Eats and Beats. The two-day event ran from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday with local bands Ukulele Express 815 and The Usual Suspects playing tunes for attendees. Eats and Beats has one more night of fun from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24 with Freeport native Ryan Casey performing and Sparks Fly: The Taylor Swift Experience.
Dragons' win streak ends at nine games
DAYTON, OHIO (WKEF) - With a chance to record a 10th straight win, the Dayton Dragons took Saturday's game to 10 innings, but Cedar Rapids ultimately won 7-4 at Day Air Ballpark. The Kernels opened the scoring with four runs in the 4th inning, but the Dragons quickly countered with...
Lutheran football has high hopes in the Big Northern conference
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Lutheran football is heading into the season with all eyes geared forward, following their two early playoff exits the last two years. The difference for the Crusaders this year though, is a brand new defensive coaching staff. “This team is just hungry,” says Lutheran defensive backs...
Tracking dangerously hot conditions to start the week
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The heat has returned as highs have jumped to the upper 80s this afternoon. We won’t find much relief this evening as lows will drop down to the lower 70s. We could see a scattered shower or storm this evening as a disturbance makes it’s way through, but drier and warm air aloft reduces our chances for widespread storms.
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