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Trump role in Jan. 6 riot becomes focal point at Dem convention
CHICAGO — The Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, when supporters of then-President Trump forced the evacuation of Congress as it certified the results of the presidential election, was a focal point of the Democratic National Convention’s third night Wednesday. Several speakers gave testimonials of that day, while the Democratic National Committee offered a…
Revival Service in Prophetstown on Friday & Saturday
Services will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Friday, August 23 and Saturday, August 24. Bishop Barbi E. E. Momolu invites everyone in Prophetstown, Lyndon, and the surrounding communities to come on out for a relaxing and inspiring evening of praise. Please bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. There...
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’ Endangered Species: These Animals Are On The List
If you've ever wondered if an animal on the endangered species list ever gets off that list, the answer is actually yes. I guess I had never given it much thought, but I'll admit to being somewhat surprised to learn that some animal species have actually found themselves deleted from the database of endangered animals because...well...they started doing a lot better (with a lot of help) when it comes to staying alive.
Big Change Coming to 108 Illinois Target Stores to Stop Theft
If you have worked any length of time in retail, you know theft is one of the biggest dangers to survival of a business. Target knows this and has announced a big change that will likely affect all 108 stores in Illinois if it hasn't already. Yahoo Finance just shared...
Central Illinois pipefitter launches labor union chapter for women
SAVOY, Ill. (WCIA) — In August, WCIA is featuring blue-collar workers in Central Illinois. It’s commonly known as a male-dominated industry, but now, a group of women is coming together to show girls can get the job done too. When Laura Abbott graduated from the U of I, she was excited to start her teaching […]
Morrison Charitable Food Pantry Update
We just had a new sign erected where the old “Hilltop” Bowling Alley sign used to be. We have rented the back half of the building to “The Cage,” where the baseball players can practice their craft year-round. They have proven to be excellent tenants, and we are pleased to help give back to the community in support of our young people.
When The Chicks perform the National Anthem tonight at the DNC, they’ll bring a complicated history
The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. The Chicks — formerly known as The Dixie Chicks — will sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the Democratic National Convention Thursday night. That performance, and the group’s presence, will provide the latest chapter in The Chicks’ long and complicated political history.
Champion Xpress opens state-of-the-art tunnel car wash in Galesburg
A family-owned and operated tunnel car wash company featuring state-of-the-art technology has opened a second location in Galesburg. Champion Xpress Carwash served its first customers early Thursday morning at 1819 N. Henderson St. The tunnel car wash is open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Champion Xpress operates 48...
Monmouth Athlete Headed to Italy for Special Olympics World Games
Local Monmouth Special Olympics athlete, Mike Barry, has been chosen to compete in the Special Olympics World Games. Barry will be participating in the alpine skiing event in the mountains of Turine, Italy in mid-March of 2025. Region F Director of Special Olympics Illinois Cathy Betar had this to say about Mike and his opportunity to compete on the world stage.
Illinois Store Is Already Selling Christmas Decorations
Why are stores in Illinois already selling Christmas decorations and it's still summer?. Illinois Store Already Has It's Christmas Decorations For Sale. I remember when I was a kid, holidays and the seasons stayed in their lane. You didn't have any sight of them until it was the appropriate time. At the most, it was a month out. For example, you wouldn't see any Halloween stuff until October 1st.
4 Things That Will Surprise About Illinois' Violent Crime Rate
Like any other state, Illinois has a violent crime problem, and it's always the areas around its largest cities where the numbers are the worst. What was surprising to me, is with all the attention the city of Chicago gets for its violence, I never thought that we would not have the highest rate of all 4 states that surround us.
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