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Governor Pritzker signs over 100 bills into law
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to discuss what a federal judge ruled on where protesters of the DNC can march and why inmates were moved out of the Stateville Correction Center. She also talks about some of the new bills that Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed, like having a digital driver’s license and no more single-use plastics in hotels.
Brace Yourself, Illinois – Farmers Almanac Predicts Brutal Winter
What else would you expect really? It's not like Illinois isn't accustomed to winters with a lot of snow and cold conditions, but the new Farmer's Almanac prediction says the upcoming winter will be brutal for Illinois in particular. I will say that there's a part of me that feels...
Illinois quick hits: Fentanyl education expanding; Mars acquires Kellanova; cicada shot creator fined
Fentanyl education expanding A new state law will expand fentanyl education for grades 6-12 in Illinois schools beginning with the 2025-26 school year. Last week, Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed into law a bill sponsored by state Sen. Laura Ellman. The Illinois Department of Public Health said a lethal dose of fentanyl is smaller than a drop of water. Opioids containing fentanyl and other drugs are involved in 70% of fatal drug overdoses. ...
Hershey Sweet Adventure Is Coming To Illinois This Fall
Candy lovers are super excited about this special tasty exhibit coming to Illinois this fall. I'm a big fan of these temporary exhibits that come through in Illinois. A couple of years ago, I went to one for the television show, "The Office." It was a stand-alone event. I brought my family and we had a great time.
Illinoisans Returning from Funeral Say They Saw a ‘Walking Wolf’
Have you ever seen something strange driving at night in Illinois? If you've ever driven anywhere at night especially in rural Illinois, that's almost certainly a yes. One Illinois couple who were returning from a funeral had a strange experience as they swear they saw what they describe as a 'walking wolf'.
Illinois quick hits: Pritzker creates new agency position; homestay brokers see DNC increase
Pritzker creates new agency position An executive order penned by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday creates a new state position with the Illinois Department on Aging. The chief planning officer will lead the development and implementation of a multi-year, multi-sector plan for the department. The plan will serve as a decade-long blueprint to support healthy aging in Illinois with clear objectives for public and private sector progress. Homestay brokers...
Teachers uneasy about proposed Indiana diploma standards
WESTFIELD, Ind. (NETWORK INDIANA) — More people who work within education in Indiana are continuing to say that Indiana’s proposed new diploma standards for high schoolers will fall short of what Hoosier kids need to be successful. In a simple summation, the new GPS diploma standards are geared...
New Danville Mall Owner Looking Forward to ‘Bringing Life Back’ to Mall
DANVILLE — If new Village Mall owner Jimmy Virk has his way, the mall won’t continue to be a sad, largely empty building for local residents. Virk is planning for it to come back as a new-look, vibrant, community gathering place that residents will be excited about. According...
'I'm Indiana through and through' | School janitor emerges from shadows to spotlight with 'America's Got Talent' appearance
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — Tuesday was another big night for Richard Goodall, the school janitor from Terre Haute who stole the show on "America's Got Talent" in his audition. Goodall told 13News he has spent the summer getting ready for the new school year — and a return to a national stage.
Ask The Mayor: Terre Haute's Sakbun on riverfront study, Fairbanks Park, housing update
Hello and welcome to ask the mayor on WFIU, I'm Joe Hren. We're at Fairbanks Park in Terre Haute with Mayor Brandon Sakbun, so you might hear some wind and noise in the background, but that's why, thanks for having me and thanks for suggesting being on location. It's nice to be somewhere. I like your office, but it's nice to be somewhere a little different. It.
Richard Goodall performs “live” on AGT
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (WTWO-WAWV) – How many of you watched the live performance of the singing janitor on America’s Got Talent? Many did and they were part of a huge audience enjoying the rising stardom of Terre Haute’s Richard Goodall. On Monday, Richard performed “How Am I Supposed To Live Without You” by Michael Bolton. The […]
Encore Dinner Theater holds ribbon cutting event
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Encore Dinner Theater held a ribbon cutting in honor of their new art and dinner experience Tuesday night. This event was hosted at the Vigo County History Center. The Encore Dinner Theater aims to blend food, laughter, and live entertainment into one experience. The first of these unique dinners will be […]
Update on Union Health/Terre Haute Regional Hospital merger
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A review of Union Health’s proposed acquisition of Terre Haute Regional Hospital has begun. Union Health signed an agreement to acquire Terre Haute Regional Hospital all the way back in September 2023. Nearly a year later, the state review process is now underway.
Josue Urdaneta Becomes the Latest Sycamore to Ink a Pro Deal
Indiana State Second Baseman Josue Urdaneta has signed a free agent contract with the Tri-City Valleycats in the Frontier League. Urdaneta becomes the seventh member of the 2024 ISU Baseball team to sign a pro deal this summer. Video Courtesy: ESPN+
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