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Multiple vehicles involved in Decatur crash
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND)- Decatur Police and Fire are on the scene of a multiple vehicle crash near Fairview and King Street in Decatur. Traffic is being blocked on the northbound side of the road while crews clear the scene and investigate what happened. WAND is working to learn more details,...
Sarah Bush Lincoln awarded Magnet Recognition
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — A Central Illinois hospital is getting national recognition. Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon has earned the Magnet Recognition designation. It’s the highest and most prestigious national honor for hospitals or health care organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. SBL President and CEO Kim Uphoff said the hospital […]
Vermilion County father growing sunflowers to combat grief
INDIANOLA, Ill. (WCIA) — One father in Vermilion County is using his heartbreak to create something beautiful. Michael Dokey is using sunflowers to write his daughter’s name in his front yard. After the sudden loss of multiple family members, Dokey took it upon himself to create a living memorial in his front yard. He says […]
Illinois Please Rise for the Chicago National Anthem [VIDEO]
The eyes of the world are on Chicago this week as the Democratic National Convention takes over the United Center and McCormick Place. Comedy Shows Live from Theaters in Chicago for DNC. While the convention is in town, some late-night comedy talk shows are taping their programs from historic Chicago...
Double Black Diamond Solar Farm’s Power Purchased by Google
One of the nation’s largest solar farms that stretches across portions of Sangamon and Morgan Counties is having its power generation purchased by Google. Swift Current Energy, owner of the Double Black Diamond Solar project, announced today that the tech giant had made a tax equity investment in the 800 megawatt solar farm.
Rich Henry, longtime owner of Henry’s Rabbit Ranch in Staunton, dies
Rich Henry, owner of the landmark Henry’s Rabbit Ranch in Staunton, Illinois, died suddenly Friday, according to locals and Route 66 enthusiasts who knew him well. An exact age for Henry wasn’t available, though he listed on his Facebook page he graduated from high school in 1965. That would put his age in his mid-70s.
Chicago murder suspect in custody after lengthy manhunt in Lake Barrington: sheriff's deputy
A Chicago murder suspect is now in custody after a lengthy manhunt in Lake Barrington on Tuesday, Lake County Sheriff's Deputy Christopher Covelli said.For the latest on this story, click hereThe Lake County Sheriff's Office said the suspect, a 38-year-old man, was driving a pickup truck with a female passenger inside when he rear-ended another vehicle at Route 14 at Pepper Road in Lake Barrington around 12:30 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchWitnesses told sheriff's deputies that the suspect fled the scene on foot. Covelli described him as possibly armed and dangerous.A Chicago murder suspect was...
Months After Complaining About Being Underpaid By Hollywood, Taraji P. Henson Lists Luxe Chicago Condos for Nearly $3.4M
Actress Taraji P. Henson is parting ways with two side-by-side condominium units on the 36th floor of a Streeterville high-rise in Chicago, listing them for […]
Illinois High School Named One Of The Most Expensive In The Nation
If you go the private school route, school can be expensive, especially for one school in Illinois. I didn't have the luxury of a private school but my friends who did go to one seemingly got a good education out of it. And with getting into college being super competitive these days, having a good school on an application is highly important.
WATCH: Guy Swears He Has Video Proof There’s a Dome Over Illinois
This just in. You might be living in a real life Matrix. Don't believe me? A guy swears he has video proof that there's a dome over Illinois. This brand new video share made me chuckle a little bit and I'm not trying to give the guy who shared this a hard time. To say that I don't understand everything I see in the skies above Illinois and Missouri is an understatement. His video entitled "Dome spotted in Illinois!!" is interesting.
Illinois Police Increasing DUI Patrols Now Through Labor Day
Since residents like to party during the Labor Day Weekend, Illinois police are stepping up their DUI patrols to make sure everyone stays safe during the holiday. There Will Be More Illinois Police Hitting The Streets During Labor Day Weekend. It's hard to believe that in 2024 we still have...
Why JB Pritzker says Illinois can claim Kamala Harris as native daughter
Long before she strode on stage Monday at the United Center as the Democratic presidential nominee, a very young Kamala Harris toddled around a house in Evanston, 13 miles to the north. Harris, born in California in 1964, owes her Illinois connection to her parents’ careers in academia. After...
Google invests in 800 MW solar project in Illinois
Swift Current Energy reported that it has closed on a tax equity investment from Google for its 800 MWdc Double Black Diamond Solar project in southern Illinois. The amount of funding by Google was not disclosed, but previous reporting by pv magazine USA stated that over $779 million in project financing was closed for this project, making it among the largest solar project financings in U.S. history.
Nonprofit launches initiative to empower adopted, foster and kinship students
ICARE4 Adoptive and Foster Families offers specialized training to support mental health success. A new, Chicago-based nonprofit is making strides to improve the futures of Illinois’ adopted, foster and kinship students. Founded in February by Laura Adams, iCARE4 Adoptive and Foster Families is introducing a free online training program...
Live in Illinois? Your Social Security Number Probably Stolen Now
Do you live in Illinois? Then you have a very good reason to be concerned. Thanks to a class-action lawsuit, it's been revealed that a background check company had a data breach which compromised nearly 3 billion social security numbers and includes every single citizen in the Land of Lincoln.
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