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New Law Lets Illinois Parents Roll Over Unused College Money to IRA’s
Illinois parents can now roll over leftover funds from their Bright Start and Bright Directions 529 College Savings Accounts into a Roth IRA, thanks to a new law signed by Treasurer Michael Frerichs. Expanded Options for College Savings. This law will provide families with an additional option for managing any...
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Urgent Recall of Fudge Sold in Illinois Due to Dangerous Mold
There are few things more disgusting in life than when you grab what you're expecting to be a delicious food item only to learn that it's been taken over by mold. It's more than just annoying and now there's an urgent recall in Illinois due to fudge that has the potential to be a mold monster.
Chicago police officer accused of beating another officer
CHICAGO (CBS) — In a disturbing claim coming out of Chicago's Seventh Police District, one officer is accused of beating another. Sources tell CBS News Chicago the two were involved in a romantic relationship. Sources say a Chicago police officer identified as Francisco Galvan, 30, waited in a parking lot right outside the seventh district for his girlfriend, who is also an officer and was on duty at the time. Then he attacked her, leading as many as seven officers to jump in and restrain the man. The incident happened late Thursday evening. According to a police report filed in the case, the...
Fire at Rivian’s factory damages multiple electric vehicles
A fire broke out in a parking lot at Rivian’s Normal, Illinois, factory over the weekend, damaging several electric vehicles, local media is reporting. No injuries are being reported at this time. A spokesperson for the Normal Fire Department told The Verge that a report of a fire was...
Brad Jarreau Named to Redbird Baseball Coaching Staff
NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State baseball has announced the addition of Brad Jarreau as an Assistant Coach on head coach Steve Holm's staff. Jarreau most recently served as an assistant at NCAA D2 Trevecca Nazarene. He was the Trojans' hitting, outfield, baserunning, and third base coach for three seasons.
Senior Sunrise kicks off Class of 2025 events [photo gallery]
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Bloomington organizations are 'Thinking Outside the Box' on solutions to housing shortage
Bloomington Revivalists — a nonprofit affiliated with Strong Towns — held a "Thinking Outside the Box Housing Forum" on Sunday at Bloomington Public Library to generate a conversation around grassroots approaches to solving the area housing shortage. Three groups, including the Revivalists, shared what they think are the...
Birds Suffer First Loss at Illinois
NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State Soccer (1-1-1, 0-0-0 MVC) suffered its first loss of the season Sunday at the hands of Illinois (3-0-1, 0-0-0 Big Ten), by a 4-0 mark at Demirjian Park. The Illini jumped on Illinois State early and never looked back, scoring in the opening minute.
EIU Volleyball Battles Illinois State In Saturday Exhibtion
CHARLESTON, Ill. – The Eastern Illinois volleyball team took on Illinois State in an exhibition match on Saturday evening in front of an electric home crowd inside Groniger Arena. The in-state rivals played a full five sets, including a thrilling 33-31 battle in set two. The Panthers gave fans a lot to look forward to with some stellar performances from returners and former all-conference selections Kaitlyn Flynn and Catalina Rochaix , while a stable of new faces introduced themselves to the EIU faithful with strong outings of their own. EIU will now turn their attention to the regular season opener...
Redbird soccer's perfect start to the season haulted in Champaign
CHAMPAIGN, IL. – Illinois State soccer suffered its first defeat of the season against Urbana-Champaign in a 4-0 outing on Sunday night. Champaign started the goal fest early, scoring two within the first six minutes. Sarah Foley scored a solo goal in less than a minute. Kennedy Berschel and Regan Moody contributed goals before the first half came to an end.
Jamieson Community Center Celebrates Senior Week
Jamieson Community Center Senior Nutrition program is pleased to announce Senior Week,. August 26-30. Are you 60 or older? Visit our Senior Nutritious program, where we serve. nutritious and delicious meals in a welcoming environment. On Monday, August 26 @ 11:30 AM attend our open house at Stronghurst Community Center.
Some University of Illinois first-year students disappointed with temporary housing
Monday is the first day of class at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Some first-year students are disappointed with housing that lacks privacy and natural light. Amelie Lagunas is a first-year student majoring in early childhood education. She’s sharing a windowless student lounge inside Florida Avenue Residence Hall with three other roommates.
Boot Camp: Limestone building for the future
BARTONVILLE, Ill. (WMBD) — The Rockets are tired of being pushed around. After going 1-8 last season, Limestone is looking for an improvement this year. This season will be their first on new turf which was installed this year. They also bring back All-Conference player Kamar Sanders, a speedy...
Peoria Public Schools bus driver cited after crash
PEORIA, Ill. – The Peoria Public Schools bus driver involved in a crash near downtown Peoria last week has received a citation. Peoria Police says the driver involved was cited for reportedly running a red light. The two-vehicle crash occurred at around 9:45 A.M. on Wednesday in the area...
Gas prices in Peoria see another slight drop
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Gas prices continue to fall in the Peoria area as the average price for a gallon was down nearly four cents from last week. According to the GasBuddy website, prices fell 3.9 cents a gallon in the past week for an average of $3.66 a gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 148 stations in Peoria.
25 Sports Football Tour - Richwoods Knights
(25News Now) - Peoria Richwoods is a team on the rise. The Knights have been steadily winning more and more games each of the past few seasons, and this season they feel they are ready to make a statement in a tough Big Twelve Conference. You can watch 25News -...
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