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Rising unemployment and a volatile stock market raising concerns about the economy
(The Center Square) – With rising unemployment in Illinois and the rest of the country, the “R” word has reared its ugly head and that is recession. For much of the year, it appeared the Federal Reserve had successfully navigated the task of tempering the highest inflation in decades while keeping the economy from sinking into a recession. While some say the Fed waited too long to cut interest rates,...
OIG: Former EEC commissioner wrongly sent millions to Illinois consulting firm
Samantha Aigner-Treworgy worked with Illinois company Aim and Arrow in her role as Chicago’s Chief of Early Learning before heading the EEC for the Bay State and sending the firm over $2.1 million for strategic planning purposes.
Pritzker signs law to aid victims of car theft
CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday signed a new law that will make it easier for victims of Illinois car theft to get back on the road. The law allows drivers to replace license plates and registration stickers at no cost if their car has been stolen. The law takes effect on […]
Woman hopes to live dream of being homeowner after winning $1M on lottery scratch-off
CHICAGO (Gray News) - A lucky lottery player says they were shocked to discover their $25 scratch-off ticket turned into a $1 million. According to the Illinois Lottery, a winning player, who has requested to remain anonymous, was given the winning ticket as a gift to her by her husband.
BREAKING: 2nd arrest made in the Lowell Badger murder
EDITORS NOTE: A previous version of this article listed William Grimes as serving a 40-year prison sentence in an unrelated case. However, earlier this year the Indiana Supreme Court dismissed that case. SULLIVAN COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Update 1:02 p.m.: Documents released today show the extraordinary efforts of investigators who were trying to solve the […]
VCSC welcomes students for first day of school
WEST TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — School is back in session across the Vigo County School Corporation. Students and staff at West Vigo High School welcomed another school year with lights, dancing, and introductions for each staff member. Principal Ryan Easton says it helps new and returning students know their teachers. “I wanted students to […]
Illinois soldiers deploy to Djibouti
(The Center Square) – The Illinois National Guard has mobilized a security assistance team for deployment to the African Republic of Djibouti. Seven soldiers comprise the Sixth Battalion 54th Security Force Assistance Brigade. Lt. Col. Matthew Kreiter, commander of the Sixth 54 Security Forces Assistance Battalion, said the battalion is a military unit that’s specifically trained to engage with foreign military partners. The team from Illinois will help advise the...
It’s all excitement for the first day of school at Fuqua Elementary School
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – Nerves, excitement, and tears are a few things that made up the first day of school for the elementary students at Fuqua Elementary School on Wednesday. Not only for the students but faculty at Fuqua Elementary says it’s just as exciting for them on the first day back to school. […]
History Hop event this weekend in Palestine
PALESTINE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— This weekend, an event in Crawford County Illinois is highlighting the historic value of the area. The ‘History Hop’ will take place in Palestine, Illinois, one of the oldest towns in the state. During this event all of the historic attractions are open at the same time, giving people the opportunity to visit […]
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