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2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
Afternoon Update: Clouds have lowered Thursday's severe chances
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Clouds have maintained their strength overhead meaning our severe threat has lowered for this evening. There still a threat for strong storms as the Storm Prediction Center maintains a slight 2 out of 5 risk but the National Weather Service out of Chicago thinks we are in one category too high. We side with the NWS as clouds have kept our temperatures lower and reduced the amount of energy in the atmosphere.
New Rockford business restores hand-drawn maps of city and adds a creative twist
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - At Vintage Routes, a map is more than just a map, it is an authentic piece of history. Owner Chuck Meyers started the business after a surprise discovery turned into a passion project. “We came across maps that were made here locally in Rockford and we...
Carpenter’s Place hosts annual ‘Celebrate Success’ event
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The annual “Celebrate Success” event is back for another year of highlighting the community’s powerful impact. Carpenter’s Place hosted the event August 14 at the Tebala Event Center, 7910 Newburg Rd. in Rockford. The theme of this year’s event was “Power of...
Blue Demons Draw in Season Opener Against NIU
CHICAGO – DePaul women's soccer battled to a scoreless draw on Thursday evening at Wish Field, holding their own against in-state opponent Northern Illinois (NIU). "August games are hard," said head coach Michele O'Brien. "Everybody is out for points and everyone comes in with a clean slate. NIU is a physical team and they weren't going to give up. We implemented a new formation that we tried out for the first time today. They threw stuff at us tactically that we needed to adjust to. Once we adjusted in the second half, we had a much better performance. We are really going to take the shutout as a positive and continue to build off our second half," said coach O'Brien.
Incentives help solar industry amid higher costs linked to inflation
Along with other U.S. states, Illinois is working to make itself more dependent on renewable energy sources rather than fossil fuels. The head of a local Bloomington-Normal solar installation company said state and federal incentives make Illinois one of the strongest to go solar. Shannon Fulton runs the Bloomington office...
Illinois quick hits: Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2%
Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2% The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced Thursday that the state's unemployment rate increased to 5.2%, while nonfarm payrolls increased nearly 13,000 in July. The national unemployment rate was 4.3% in July, up from the previous month. Based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the industry sectors with monthly payroll job declines included Manufacturing, Leisure and Hospitality, and Trade,...
3 Illinois dental schools secure funding
Three dental schools in Illinois earned endowments from the Illinois State Dental Society. Each of the three schools will receive $8,000 from the ISDS Foundation's dental education endowment fund. Here are the three schools and how they plan to use the additional funds:. UIC College of Dentistry (Chicago): Upgrade its...
Sportsbook reverses decision on surcharges for Illinois bettors
(The Center Square) – In the wake of tax hikes on sports betting apps in Illinois, one operator that announced surcharges to make up revenue is changing course. DraftKings announced last month it would add surcharges to high-tax states like Illinois, which just hiked taxes on sports books from 15% to as much as 40%. Now the company says for the time being, no surcharges will be imposed. “We always...
A Second Round of Potent Storms Possible
More storms are targeting central Illinois. A low-pressure system is marching across the region, and it already brought one round of hefty showers and storms on Thursday morning. Springfield got drenched with over 3/4" of rain, and Decatur picked up nearly an inch. Now central Illinois is in the warm...
Central Illinois Boat Races Return for Thrilling Summer Event This Labor Day Weekend
Central Illinois – The excitement is building as the highly anticipated boat races return to the Kankakee River for a thrilling summer event this Labor Day weekend, running from August 30 to September 1, 2024. This year’s regatta promises a weekend filled with high-speed action, live music, and a variety of activities suitable for the whole family.
Freeport news: Krape Park Art Walk, back-to-school preparations, and Paint the Port are on the calendar this week
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What is there to do on 815 Day in Rockford? Here are 12 ways to celebrate
ROCKFORD — The city’s unofficial holiday — celebrated each year when the calendar matches our primary area code — will put local businesses in the spotlight as dozens of shops and restaurants offer 815-themed specials and host one-day events in the annual display of civic pride.
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