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By Campers, For Campers: I-55 RV Park Opens Near Edwardsville
EDWARDSVILLE - Two lifelong campers have completely transformed a few acres of their family’s farmland into a temporary home for fellow RV travelers making a stop in Madison County. The brand-new I-55 RV Park & Campground near Edwardsville, built from the ground up by "RVers" Jeff and Kim Bladdick,...
Archdiocese of Chicago announces Illinois' first natural burial site
PALATINE, Ill. - One suburban cemetery is going green when it comes to going 'six feet under.'. The Archdiocese of Chicago is introducing natural burials and has unveiled a natural burial site at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Cemetery in Palatine. While natural burials are not a new concept, the...
Soccer Game Recap: Carlyle Takes a Loss
Carlyle lost against Roxana back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Carlyle Indians/Lady Indians fell 5-3 to the Roxana Shells. The Indians/Lady Indians haven't had much luck with the Shells recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
Claimants seek $58 million, allege ISP negligence around Highland Park shooter
(The Center Square) – Illinois taxpayers could be on the hook for monetary awards to claimants suing Illinois State Police for alleged negligence in the run up to the 2022 Highland Park mass shooting. Seven people died and dozens were injured in the shooting that took place on Independence...
Wildcats Kickoff At Greenville Soccer Tournament Tonight…Orphans Head To AJ
The Salem Wildcats will open up at the Greenville Tournament today after yesterday’s heat cancelation. They will open with the Pinckneyville Panthers at 6:30 tonight. Salem is 1-0 on the season after opening with a win over Murphysboro on Monday. The Centralia Orphans take their 1-0 record to Anna...
Public submissions for new design of Illinois state flag will soon be accepted
The state of Illinois might be getting a new flag.Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said public submissions for a new design will be accepted starting Tuesday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchTen of those designs will be selected.SEE ALSO: Rancho Cucamonga woodworker's patriotic passion, making flags that are works of artAfter a public feedback period, the general assembly will decide whether to adopt a new flag or keep the current one.Visit www.ilsos.gov or submit designs via mail addressed to Illinois Flag Commission, Howlett Building, Room 476, 501 S. Second St., Springfield, IL 62756.Minnesota unveiled its new flag in December 2023, using a similar method to the one adopted by Illinois, a news release from Giannoulias' office Wednesday said. Both Michigan and Maine are also considering an official change in their state flags, the release said.
Hot & Humid conditions stick with us for a few more days
Although we will see a little bit of relief today, the hot and humid weather is staying with us for a few more days. We will see showers and storms make their way through the area this morning, but after that we’ll see gradually clearing skies with a high of 90. The latest update from the National Weather Service shows us with expected heat index values of around 101 for today. Then, we will see scattered showers and storms for this evening and tonight with a low of 71.
Downtown YMCA to name gym after Illinois State Senator Doris Turner
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The Springfield YMCA is naming the Downtown YMCA Gymnasium in honor of Illinois State Senator Doris Turner. Turner will be recognized whenat a dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at noon at the Springfield Downtown YMCA, 601 N. 4th. The Y...
Illinois Police Departments Show Troubling Patterns in Use of Traffic Stops
Investigation Finds Chicago Police Officers Routinely Fail to Report Traffic Stops. A recent investigation by a watchdog organization found that Chicago Police officers have routinely failed to document instances of traffic stops that do not end in arrest or charges, as many as 20,000 a month last year, in violation of a 2003 law which mandates that every traffic stop must be documented. This information stands in stark contrast to CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling reporting this past June that traffic stops in Chicago were down by approximately 87,000 stops from last year. What is particularly troubling about these numbers is that rates of traffic stops increased just as the department announced it would move away from the controversial “stop-and-frisk” tactic of patrolling, with some believing the practice is just a replacement to the policy that advocates say violated individuals Fourth Amendment rights. “It is quite concerning, especially if CPD is intentionally not recording traffic stops so they can claim they’re fixing the problem, when all they’re doing is hiding it behind an absence of data,” said Alexandra Block, director of the Criminal Legal System & Policing Project at the ACLU of Illinois. Many advocates believe that officers use minor traffic stops as a pretext to search for drugs and weapons in minority neighborhoods. CPD leadership seems to know that traffic stops present an issue, with Snelling asking that traffic stops be brought under the supervision of the federal courts under the federal consent decree that CPD has been under since 2019. However, advocacy groups remain skeptical about the effectiveness of the consent degree and what change it can bring to drivers who feel they are being profiled and the routine traffic stops are an infringement on their rights.
Patoka Still Unbeaten After Home Win Over Visiting SC
Patoka improved to 7-0 on the season with their 15-8 win over visiting South Central. At the plate for the Mohawks, Nolan Eddy had 2 hits and drove in 4 runs. Hunter Thompson went 3-4 with 3 RBI and 3 runs scored. Blaize Murray finished 2-3 with 2 RBI and 3 runs scored with Hunter Hyde and Brantley Brumfield also adding RBI.
Mia Rose Holdings starts construction of its first multifamily development in Illinois
Mia Rose Holdings started construction of its first multifamily development in Illinois. The Meridian will be a 144-unit Class-A luxury rental community in Glen Carbon, Illinois. At the intersection of Highway 157 and North Meridian Road, the location is ideal with proximity to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) and the...
Pinkston’s 2 Homer Day Leads Field Over Odin
Field’s Emma Pinkston homered twice with 5 RBI in the Lady Panthers win over Odin. She went 2-3 on the day and also was the winning pitcher going all five innings allowing just 1 hit and 11 strikeouts to just 2 walks. Also for Field, Aaliyah Beasley and Hadley Richardson drove in 2 runs each. Brynlee Page tripled going 2-2 with 3 runs scored. Sydney Fenton also doubled home a run.
Market favorite Farm Spirit opens today inside Blue Jay Brewing Co. in Midtown
Farm Spirit has earned a loyal following at Tower Grove Farmers Market in recent years, thanks to its signature double-patty smash burger. Starting today, August 28, fans won't have to wait until Saturdays to enjoy it. Farm Spirit is opening inside Blue Jay Brewing Co., bringing its iconic smash burger and an assortment of seasonal menu options to Midtown’s newest brewery.
South Central Tops Ramsey in Three Set Matchup
South Central and Ramsey took it to 3 sets on Tuesday night as the Lady Cougars would pull out the win over the Lady Rams 25-12, 23-25, 25-18. With the win, South Central starts their season off at 1-0 and they will hold their home opener on Thursday when they host St. Anthony. Ramsey will play their third home match in a row to start their season when they host Mulberry Grove on Friday.
SEB Volleyball Moves to 2-0 to Start Season
St. Elmo-Brownstown volleyball is off to a 2-0 start to the season after getting their second straight road win, beating Martinsville 25-22, 25-12 on Tuesday night. The Lady Eagles will have a chance to continue their strong start on Thursday as they will host Vandalia in their home opener at St. Elmo High School.
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