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Central IL county, city services report system issues amidst network outage
A worldwide outage of the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike struck Microsoft devices throughout Central Illinois, disrupting state, county and municipal systems. The City of Champaign and its library were just two of the organizations that dealt with the headaches caused by the outage.
New Data Shows 87,000 Illinois Residents Flee the State
New data from the Internal Revenue Service shows that in 2022 alone, more than 87,000 Illinoisans – faced with some of the highest taxes in the nation – relocated to other states. This exodus saw nearly $10 billion in income leaving Illinois, significantly impacting the state’s economic landscape....
2 hazardous waste collections planned for October in the stateline
(WIFR) - This fall, two hazardous waste collections will be held in the stateline, giving area communities the chance to safely dispose of unused or leftover hazardous household products. The one-day collections are open 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. on:. Saturday, October 12, at Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department,...
Twin Lakes music in the park
PARIS, Ill. (WTWO/WAWV) – Music in the park continues at Twin Lakes. The park holds free concerts for members of the community, every Thursday night in the summer. All genres are played throughout the summer, highlighting great Wabash Valley musicians. Tonight featured the Rhythm Relics, a dance band that plays classic dance tunes from the […]
NubAbility introduces children to the world of sports ahead of Paralympics
DU QUOIN, Ill. (KFVS) - Next month’s Paralympic games in Paris will showcase the world’s top athletes with disabilities. This week in the Heartland, some kids with disabilities are getting an introduction to the world of sports. Golf clubs swing and basketballs bounce at NubAbility All Sports Camp...
Disaster Loan Outreach Centers coming to Vigo and Monroe counties
FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) and The Small Business Administration (SBA) are opening Disaster Loan Outreach Centers (DLOC) to help with the damage from the June 25 storms. Starting July 22 at noon businesses and residents can come to one of the DLOC to...
The Station hosts soul food cooking class
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– Friday, The Station co-working space hosted a cooking class featuring Anna’s Soul Food. Anna’s Soul Food is a local small business in Terre Haute, Indiana. Those who attended Friday’s class got to dive into the rich history and vibrant flavors of soul food. Attendees also got the chance to learn classic […]
TH Wayne Newton Post 346 opens regional tournament with 12-0 win over Clay County Post 2
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Terre Haute Wayne Newton Post 346 Baseball beats Clay County Post 2 12-0 in their opening game of the American Legion baseball regional tournament.
Former Terre Haute Police Chief passes away
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO-WAWV) — 77 year old Ray Watts died on Thursday July 18 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute. Watts served as the Terre Haute Police Chief and was also a Vietnam combat veteran who received a Purple Heart after he was wounded in battle. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., […]
Bringing Back the Bash arrives this weekend
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – What used to be called “Cruisin the Bash” has returned as Bringing Back the Bash. Cruisin the Wabash was an event enjoyed by generations of the Terre Haute community. Today, car lovers are trying to bring it back. It’s going on at the Wabash Valley Dragway and throughout Terre Haute […]
Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Residents Should Brace for More of These Menaces
The excessive rainfall, abundance of severe thunderstorms, and increased tornadic activity has made this summer one to remember for Tri-Staters. The weather has been as inconsistent as it's been wet, and with that comes an influx of creatures most of us vehemently despise. With all the rain, flooding, and humidity...
Midwest Severe Weather: 39 Tornadoes Confirmed from Iowa to Indiana from Storms
Midwest – The recent severe weather from Iowa to Indiana has led to the confirmation of 39 tornadoes, as storm surveys continue. The surveys, conducted by the US National Weather Service offices in Quad Cities, Chicago, and Central Illinois, reveal the widespread impact of the storms from last Monday.
Grassroots campaign begins on an Illinois utility’s gas pipe replacement program
(The Center Square) – A coalition of consumer and environmental organizations have announced a grassroots campaign to raise awareness of the Illinois Commerce Commission investigation into an Illinois Utility’s pipe replacement program. The campaign follows a $300 million rate hike that Peoples Gas won last year, which was...
Some Illinois DMVs impacted by Microsoft outages
CHICAGO (CBS) — DMVs in Illinois were impacted by the global Microsoft outages on Friday morning. According to Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, the outage may impact DMV operating hours. Giannoulias recommends calling 800-252-8980 before visiting a local DMV. The issue was caused by a technical problem that global cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said it had identified in its software and was working to resolve. CrowdStrike provides antivirus software to Microsoft for its Windows devices."The underlying cause has been fixed, however, residual impact is continuing to affect some Microsoft 365 apps and services. We're conducting additional mitigations to provide relief," Microsoft said in a statement posted on social media.In a statement shared Friday with CBS News and on social media, CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said the issue had been identified and a solution was being implemented.
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