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Storms in the forecast for today and tonight—Possibility of severe storms this afternoon and tonight
We have multiple changes of storms and the possibility of severe storms over the area for today. Our forecast for today calls for showers and thunderstorms–mainly before 1 pm–with a high today 0f 84. Then, showers and storms are likely for tonight with a low of 70. The...
What The? Farmer’s Almanac Already Predicting Snow for Illinois?
Hold on a second. I need to catch my breath from laughing (or was that crying?) after I just saw that Farmer's Almanac is predicting snow for Illinois. Yes, I checked. It's still August. What the?. I'm pretty sure that I'm not hallucinating. As a matter of fact, you can...
Peru And Oglesby Locations Offering Some Of The Cheapest Gas In Illinois
Don't look now but the Illinois Valley has some of the cheapest gas in all of Illinois. According to GasBuddy.com, $3.19 gas in Peru is the second cheapest number in the state, behind only $3.18 for unleaded in Rockford. You can also find gas for $3.26 elsewhere in Peru and $3.27 in Oglesby.
Illinois, Iowa Preparing for Dangerous Storms and a Lot of Rain
It's been a while since we've had rain, but that's about to change over the next 48 hours. According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, the Rockford region could get severe storms late Wednesday night (8/14) that could continue through the start of the weekend. Storms and...
Illinois Home To One Of Most Expensive Colleges In America
In recent years, the dream of earning a degree from a top-tier university has become increasingly elusive, as tuition costs have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. The financial burden of pursuing higher education is now a critical concern for students and families alike, forcing many to reconsider their academic aspirations. College...
Southern Illinois Food Security Summit to Tackle Hunger and Nutrition Access
The fourth annual Southern Illinois Food Security Summit aims to address the growing issue of food insecurity in rural communities throughout the region. The event will bring together food pantries, schools, healthcare providers, farmers, businesses, religious organizations, and community members dedicated to improving healthy food access and nutrition security. This...
Illinois man sentenced to prison for dealing meth in Posey County
POSEY COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — An Illinois man will serve prison time for selling meth in southern Indiana. The Posey County Prosecutor's Office announced Wednesday that 46-year-old Michael Anthony Turpin of Albion was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to dealing meth. Prosecutors say Turpin admitted...
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
Man wanted for several felony warrants in Vigo County arrested in Evansville
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Evansville authorities say they arrested a wanted man after he lied about who he was then tried to run away. Officers say the incident happened on Sweetser Avenue just before 1 a.m. Tuesday, when they saw a man walking down the wrong side of the road.
Indiana scraps unpopular diploma plan, proposes new option for college-bound students
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.After months of criticism from educators, parents, school leaders, and higher education institutions, the Indiana Department of Education has released its second attempt at redesigning the state’s high school graduation requirements.The draft of the plan, which the department presented to the State Board of Education Wednesday, scraps the two diplomas first proposed by the department in March — the GPS and GPS Plus diplomas.The new draft proposes a base diploma — currently referred to as the Future New...
Spencer Wilson to run at EIU
Whatever the distance, Spencer Wilson can cover it quickly. “I don’t know if his best event is the 200 (meters), the mile or something in-between,” St. Joseph-Ogden track and field coach Jason Retz said. The running versatility of Wilson – a recent St. Joseph-Ogden High School graduate –...
$1 million winning Lotto ticket sold in Homewood
CHICAGO, August 14, 2024 – An Illinois Lottery player in the south suburbs of Chicago won the Lotto Million 1 this week – becoming a millionaire overnight. The $1 million-winning Lotto ticket was purchased for the Monday, August 12 drawing of Lotto Million 1 at South Gate Mini Mart, located at 18747 Dixie Highway in Homewood, a suburb south of Chicago.
Thief steals copper wire from Veterans Affairs office
Wellsboro, Pa. — Someone stole 15 feet of copper wire from a Veterans Affairs office in Tioga County. PSP Mansfield says someone took the wire, worth more than $10,000, around Aug. 5 from the office located on Shumway Hill Road in Charleston Township. The unknown suspect also damaged 3,200 feet of wire. Anyone with information may contact PSP Mansfield at 570-662-2151.
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