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Illinois Pizza Chain Was Just Suddenly Saved from Bankruptcy?
Well, that was a close one. After recent reports that a pizza chain with 22 locations in Illinois was nearing bankruptcy, they suddenly appear to be saved by a sale at the last possible moment. It was just days ago when I shared the news that a pizza brand with...
Central Illinois zoos showcase new baby animals, summer attractions
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Between the new cotton-top tamarins at Miller Park or the albino buffalo at Wildlife Prairie Park, there’s plenty to do across three central Illinois zoos during the summer. Wildlife Prairie Park stays busy with new additions. “We have seven elk calves and 13 baby...
Illinois State Police Just Brought the Hammer Down on Carjacking
If you suddenly see the number of carjackings start to decline in Illinois, I know why. The Illinois State Police have spent the past several months bringing the hammer down on those who steal vehicles and the results of their operation are impressive. The Public Information Office of the Illinois...
Illinois and Wisconsin Kids Invited to Bring Their Small Businesses to August Market
Are your kids obsessed with making friendship bracelets? Hosting lemonade stands? Turn their hobbies into cash this August in Rockton, Illinois. When I think back to being a kid and wanting to earn a few extra bucks, I land on a memory of my friends and I creating some sort of dog's baby-sitting service.
Illinois Trying to Remove Your Driver’s License From Your Wallet
If the state of Illinois gets its way, you won't have a driver's license in your wallet anymore. They plan to forcefully take it away and move it somewhere else. This is me predicting that many will not be pleased with the destination while the younger generation will likely be thrilled.
Firefighters in Southern Illinois take water supply operations class
CHRISTOPHER, IL (KBSI) – Firefighters from 8 different departments participated in a water supply operations task. Instructors are from the Illinois Fire Service Institute. 20 different firefighters were in attendance.
Cardinals put Cubs season in a bodybag with never-ending first inning
Let's be quite clear, the 2024 Chicago Cubs season wasn't exactly showing a strong pulse coming into their weekend series with the rival St. Louis Cardinals. While the club remains undecided on their trade deadline plans, they've been seen by most teams to this point as likely sellers given their woefully disappointing campaign to this point.
Extreme heat and severe weather continue in Chicago area; Here's what to expect:
The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting that the Chicago area will see multiple rounds of severe weather to start the week, including storms and a heat wave with highs in the triple digits.
Rockford Baptist Church celebrates 100 years of service
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The New Zion Missionary Baptist Church was full of faith, food and fun as the community celebrated the church’s centennial. Pastor Dr. K. Edward Copeland has overseen the congregation for almost a quarter of that time. He said this is a moment to be thankful. “Well, I’ve been a pastor for […]
Rockford braces for 3rd round of flooding Monday as severe weather, rain expected
High heat, oppressive humidity, and storm chances. That continues to be the big weather headlines as we begin a new work week. Cloud cover left behind by yesterday’s line of wind and flash flooding producing storms are clearing the area ahead of today’s morning commute. This will leave us with sun-filled skies, allowing afternoon highs to […]
3.4-magnitude earthquake hits Illinois overnight
SOMONAUK, Ill. – The U.S. The Geological Survey says a 3.4-magnitude earthquake hit Illinois early Monday morning. It happened at approximately 2:53 a.m. near Somonauk, Illinois, in Southern DeKalb County. The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office posted on its Facebook page that people in the area were woken up by...
Northern Illinois Braces For High Wind And Derecho Threats Today
The Northern Illinois area just made it through a pretty wild weekend weather wise, and guess what? The terrifying ride isn't over yet, because another round of nasty could be hitting the Stateline area Monday night. Severe Weather Threats in Northern Illinois. On Saturday night I found myself driving home...
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Central Illinois, Central Indiana
Central Illinois, IL – A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for central Illinois and central Indiana, effective this Monday morning from 12:55 AM until 5:00 AM EDT. The National Weather Service (NWS) Storm Prediction Center in Norman, OK, issued the watch, warning of the potential for damaging wind gusts and possible tornadoes.
Severe thunderstorms Sunday night could renew flooding potential across northern Illinois
A severe storm watch was issued Sunday evening for scattered to numerous showers moving through northern Illinois and to the east. Chicago will experience the most downpours between 7 and 11 p.m. as the system exits the area by 3 a.m. “This round of storms could end up being severe and bring a renewed potential for flooding,” after overnight storms caused damage in the suburbs, said Rafal ...
The Strange Reason Illinois Cicada Screams are Getting Louder
The good news is the historic brood invasion of cicadas in Illinois is lessening. However, the bad news is the screams of these pests is getting louder and there's a strange reason why. As we've mentioned previously, Illinois is a hot spot for the appearance of not one, but two...
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