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Illinois police are making more traffic stops: Study
(WTVO) — New data showed Illinois police made more traffic stops in 2023 than the year before. The Department of Transportation’s study shows stops are up 12%, the highest since 2019. Four out of five police agencies reported they stopped more Black and Latino drivers compared to White drivers. Black drivers were more likely to […]
A HUGE WIN: Illinois Grandma Wins $1M On Scratch Off Ticket
An Illinois woman didn't expect to win $1 million after buying a lottery ticket at her local Walmart. I guess when you save money you do, in fact, live better. Lots of tears have been shed since Pamela Arscott from Franklin Park, Illinois won a million dollars on a $10 scratch off ticket. She got to celebrate with her five children, ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. What a beautiful moment!
Speech Experts Really Don’t Like How You’re Saying ‘Illinois’
There are rebels in our midst that are saying what should be an obvious word incorrectly. It's such a problem that the speech experts have issued a warning to everyone that has managed to say "Illinois" incorrectly. I'm a live and let live kind of person. If you want to...
Fairbury Speedway 7-6; Rocky Ragusa Photos/Recap
Wenger, Long, Duncan, Seplak, Deavers Win on Harty Memorial Night. Fairbury, Ill. (7/6/24) Watters Ag presented the “Bob Harty Memorial” as the Fairbury Speedway. held a FALS Cup weekly program. Saturday’s feature winners were McKay Wenger (Late. Model), Michael Long (Modified), Tommy Duncan (Sportsman), Nick Seplak (Stock...
The data inside Illinois’ pretrial release program
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — It’s been about 10 months since cash bail was eliminated in Illinois. Now, the office overseeing the entire system and transition has released a treasure trove of data about how the cases have been going since. “I think the big picture story that this data tells is that, despite all the concerns […]
Real estate sales in Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties for July 7, 2024
These real estate transactions, recorded the week of June 24, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. PEORIA COUNTY 1800 N. Linn St., Peoria: Jason Yordy to Michael and Jennifer McLaughlin, $85,000. ...
Chicago-area project to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes moving ahead with construction
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A major tactical effort to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes will soon enter a new phase. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reached an agreement last week with the states of Illinois and Michigan that will allow construction to begin on the $1.15 billion Brandon Road Interbasin Project on the Des Plaines River west of Chicago.
Chicago Cubs & St. Louis Cardinals Nearing Blockbuster Trade Deal for Elite Talent
The Chicago Cubs are encouraged to engage in a rare trade with their bitter rivals, the St. Louis Cardinals, involving several key players ahead of the upcoming MLB trade deadline. A proposed trade would see the Cubs sending Cody Bellinger and Jameson Taillon to the Cardinals in exchange for Jordan Walker, Cooper Hjerpe, and Cesar Prieto. This move could potentially benefit both teams significantly.
Man arrived at family member’s home ‘because he planned to steal marljuana in the victims’ possession’ only to start beating his uncIe and uncIe’s friends to death; sentenced
Chicago, IL – According to the court documents, the 22-year-old defendant, later identified as CIoanger, was sentenced to life behind bars for his role in the death of his family member, 67-year-old CordeII, and CordeII’s two friends, 60-year-old Antony, and 65-year-old NathanieI. According to the court documents, the defendant was found guilty of first-degree murder.
NASCAR Enters the Electric Era With New EV Prototype
At the Chicago Street Race this weekend, NASCAR showed off an electric race car prototype. The car is part of a new partnership between NASCAR and ABB, a Swedish-Swiss multinational corporation, that will see ABB help NASCAR achieve public sustainability targets related to electrification and other innovation solutions. "ABB is...
NASCAR Fans Call for ‘Red Flag’ Amid Disheartening Chicago Return
NASCAR Fans Call for ‘Red Flag’: In the aftermath of the highly anticipated NASCAR Xfinity Series event in Chicago Street Course, a chorus of discontent has emerged from the fanbase, advocating for the introduction of a ‘Red Flag’ rule to mitigate the disruptive impact of prolonged caution laps. The race, which initially promised a thrilling showdown between elite drivers like Kyle Larson and Shane van Gisbergen, was marred by a sequence of interruptions that ultimately compromised its competitive essence. Fan reactions have highlighted a glaring need for procedural reassessment to guarantee the sport maintains its allure.
Three businesses join The Shoppes at Grand Prairie in Peoria
Three businesses stores have joined The Shoppes at Grand Prairie in the past month. The Peoria shopping center, located at 5201 W. War Memorial Drive, announced that the three new tenants are the home goods store Leah and Mack, Zenchi Jewelry and GKB Candle Co. ...
Annual Volksfest returns to Dunlap
DUNLAP, Ill. (WMBD) — Hundreds of people came out to celebrate the German American culture with an annual festival. The Peoria German-American Central Society hosted their annual Volksfest at Hickory Grove Park in Dunlap. Volksfests or people’s fests began in Germany back in the 1840s. Soccer, dancing, German...
103rd Annual Marshall-Putnam Fair Now Less Than A Week Away
With the 4th of July now in the rear-view mirror, it's time to dive into fair season. The 103rd Marshall-Putnam Fair in Henry officially kicks off Sunday and goes until Saturday the 21st. The week-long party will include: a concert featuring Tracy Lawrence and Confederate Railroad; a demolition derby; truck and tractor pulls; a 5K; a cook-off contest; and of course livestock and fine arts judging.
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