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Peoria restaurant denied liquor license, longtime establishment to close
Good morning, foodie friends, The past week has cooked up plenty of Peoria-area food news for us to digest. Today, I’ll dish out why a Downtown Peoria restaurant closed its doors and why a longtime establishment is preparing to say goodbye. We’ll also sink our teeth into the results of a contentious City Council...
Rivian CEO: Vehicle body complexity and cost lowered, Illinois plant retooling completed
While detailing its Q2 results, Rivian says it has made significant progress toward greater cost efficiency, product improvement, differentiated technology, and new business opportunities. “[W]e have reduced complexity and lowered the cost associated with the vehicle body with a heavy emphasis on removing parts, processes, and steps,” said RJ Scaringe,...
Interview: Garden Hotel’s demolition marks new beginning for South Beloit
Short on time? Read our quick report on what's next for the Garden Hotel property. As the long-awaited demolition of the dilapidated Garden Hotel in South Beloit nears, City Administrator Sonya Hoppes sheds light on the challenges and meticulous planning behind the decision. In an exclusive interview, Hoppes discusses the city's efforts to hold the property owners accountable for the $8.8 million in fines and the importance of reclaiming the site for the community's future. The following conversation has been edited for length and clarity.
Belvidere North football reloads in 2024
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Belvidere North’s football program isn’t looking to take any steps back from last years 9-3 finish. As a matter of fact, they’re ready to reload. The Blue Thunder finished in third place in the NIC-10, added by a solid run in the playoffs. Belvidere North may have lost a few seniors from last year’s team, but the graduates ensured to leave a lasting blueprint for the program.
After three decades, this year's Evergreen Cemetery Walk is set to be the last
The Evergreen Cemetery Walk, one of the longest-running outreach programs offered by the McLean County Museum of History, is coming to an end after this year, organizers said Wednesday. An outdoor theater program that offers glimpses into McLean County's storied past through actor portrayals, the Evergreen Cemetery Walk has been...
Illinois Comptroller says embroiled Village of Dolton is refusing legally-required audit
DOLTON, Ill. (CBS) -- New financial problems have surfaced in south suburban Dolton—having to do with taxpayer money and the village's failure to let people know where it is being spent.According to the State of Illinois, Mayor Tiffany Henyard's administration not only refuses to get an audit done, but also won't even communicate with the state agency tasked with the job of watching over government spending.The office in question is that of Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza—and Dolton is now on that office's radar."There are obvious red flags that your station other stations have covered," said Comptroller's office spokesman Abdon Pallasch....
Marion Connects honored as a Governor's Hometown Award finalist
A southern Illinois volunteer organization has been highlighted as a finalist for the 2024 Governor's Hometown Awards. Marion Connects is made up of local leaders and residents working to make a positive impact in the local community. The group organizes monthly “Third Thursday” events that are designed to build community...
Illinois fugitive arrested in connection with 2 stabbings in Ashland
ASHLAND, Ky. (WSAZ) - A man wanted in connection with two stabbing incidents in Ashland, including one from Wednesday, has been arrested, the Ashland Police Department said Thursday. Police say William Simmons, who’s in his early 30s, was a fugitive from justice from Illinois. He hade been sighted a few...
Winning Lotto ticket sold in Homewood
An Illinois Lottery player in the South Suburbs won a Lotto Million 1 drawing – becoming a millionaire overnight. The $1 million-winning Lotto ticket was purchased for the Monday drawing of Lotto Million 1. The ticket was purchased at South Gate Mini Mart, 18747 Dixie Highway, Homewood. The winner...
Kim Reynolds seeks waiver from Summer EBT food program, says state can serve more kids
Iowa is seeking a waiver to opt out of a federal program to provide grocery money to low-income kids next summer and instead use the money to provide boxes of food that could be picked up at participating organizations around the state. Gov. Kim Reynolds' announcement Thursday comes after she drew widespread criticism...
Pro-Palestinian groups are mobilizing thousands to Chicago to demonstrate outside DNC
CHICAGO — Protesters fueled by fervent opposition to American support of Israel remain dedicated to demonstrating outside the Democratic National Convention next week, despite the party’s last-minute change to a nominee who is seen as more sympathetic to their cause. Protest groups readying for the event say tens...
2 Clinton firefighters injured in storage unit fire
Clinton firefighters quickly put out a fire at a storage unit early Wednesday morning, according to a news release from the department. The Clinton Fire Department was called to a structure fire at North Bridge Mini Storage, 2021 McKinley Street, on Wednesday, August 14 at about 2:34 a.m. Camanche firefighters were dispatched as a Rapid […]
Hang With Goose At The Quad Cities Street Rod Nationals This Weekend
This weekend, the National Street Rod Association is hosting the inaugural Quad Cities Streed Rod Nationals are set to take place at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds on August 16th and 17th. This two-day event, among our roster of eight other divisional events, serves as a fantastic addition to our largest...
Spring Valley Ready To Send Summer Off With A Boom
If you didn't get enough fireworks last month, you have another chance to see and hear things go boom this Friday night. Folks with Grow Spring Valley are putting together an end-of-summer bash. Downtown Spring Valley will be filled with vendors and food trucks. There will also be kids activities, live music, and fireworks to close things out.
Illinois State Fair Sees Record-Breaking Crowd for Hip-Hop Icon
A Hip-Hop Icon electrified the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday night setting an all-time attendance record. Rapper Lil' Wayne performed for an impressive 15,427 fans which surpassed the previous record of 15,329 set by Jason Aldean in 2011. The rapper's performance not only captivated the crowd but also highlighted the fair's growing appeal.
Food Truck Experts Claim This is By Far the Best One in Illinois
The world needs more food trucks. Illinois is fortunate to already have some great ones, but there is one that apparently rises above the rest according to food truck experts. It looks like this is a brand new ranking just shared this month by Best Food Trucks. They list what they believe are the 10 best food trucks in Illinois and this is the one that they have at #1. They specialize in this delicious food called arepas.
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