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City of Decatur and CONO to Host National Night Out on August 6
July 15, 2024 – The 2024 National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 6, at Johns Hill Park. This community event aims to enhance the relationship between residents and law enforcement, fostering a sense of community. The event will feature various activities and opportunities for attendees to engage with local police officers and neighbors. The event will be from 5pm to 8pm.
FHLBank Chicago Announces $50 Million in Interest Rate Subsidies to Expand Community Building Impact
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 16, 2024-- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) is providing $50 million in interest rate subsidies to help expand affordable housing, economic development, and community partnerships in Illinois and Wisconsin through its new Community Impact Advance Pilot Program. This Program provides an up to two percent reduction in interest rates on advances, which are secured loans, to help FHLBank Chicago member financial institutions support their customers and amplify the impact they are making in their communities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240716310882/en/ Pilot program offered through FHLBank Chicago makes $50 million in interest rate subsidies available to support affordable housing and economic development in Illinois and Wisconsin. The Community Impact Advance is available today to member financial institutions. (Photo: Business Wire)
Pillsbury plant artifacts recovered from fire-ravaged building at 413 E. Adams
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – After initially believing all was lost in the fire at 413 E. Adams St. in June, Moving Pillsbury Forward has now recovered some of the Pillsbury plant artifacts from the damaged building. MPF President Chris Richmond estimates they were able to recover 30% of the art and artifact collection that was stored and exhibited on the third floor. Among the items recovered are the bicep doughboy panel, the smutters chalkboard, three custom metal grain scoops, and the service department rolodex.
Baltimore Orioles snag big-time Illinois baseball pitcher in 2024 MLB Draft
The first player is off the board for the Illinois baseball team in the 2024 MLB Draft. It was a quiet first day for the Illini, the first round came and went without a selection. Seven more rounds riffled through, and then it happened. The first Illinois player was selected.
Downtown Springfield victims of June fire get funds for recovery
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) – Last month, a fire in downtown Springfield destroyed several businesses and impacted nearby residents. Now, the victims are set to receive more than $18,000 from their community to help get them back on their feet. The money comes from the INB Benefit for the Businesses Affected by the Adams Family Fire […]
Illinois Man Using Dating Sites To Rob People At Gunpoint, Police Warn
If dating sites weren't unnerving enough, it's getting worse in Illinois. It's one thing to be a serial dater and just go on dates with seemingly everyone. It's another to be a serial problematic "dater" like this dude. NBC Chicago reports that police are warning the public against a guy...
Live updates: Heavy rain, flooding in St. Louis region | Weather Impact Alert
ST. LOUIS — Heavy rain and flooding have been weather concerns for the St. Louis area Tuesday. Tornado warnings expired in the region. A dam overtopped in Nashville, Illinois, causing flooding and evacuations. Roads were flooding in the region causing traffic concerns. This is a live blog of updates...
Illinois Rules Of The Road For Pedestrians Might Surprise You
Most residents of Illinois know the rules of the road for driving but did you know there are laws for pedestrians too?. I drive to work early in the morning when it's still dark out. I'm surprised to see so many pedestrians. Many of them are on the street instead of the sidewalk, which doesn't feel safe to me. I'm guessing they don't know the Illinois rules of the road for pedestrians. I was curious so I looked it up.
Flood Watch Issued for Southeast Missouri and Southwest Illinois Amid Heavy Rain Threat
St. Louis, MO – A flood watch is now in effect for parts of southeast Missouri and southwest Illinois due to heavy rain expected tonight. The National Weather Service (NWS) in St. Louis has warned that severe thunderstorms may develop, potentially leading to localized flash flooding. According to the...
Illinois quick hits: Earthquake shakes Illinois; researchers look into cicada damage; sinkhole grows in Alton
Parts of northern Illinois shook Monday as a 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck in the early morning hours. The earthquake was centered northwest of the DeKalb County village of Somonauk. According to the United States Geological Survey, the trembler had an estimated depth of about 6 miles. The earthquake could be felt as far as Joliet.
Whoa. There Was an Earthquake in Illinois This Morning
An earthquake measured at magnitude 3.4 was recorded in Illinois on Monday, July 15, 2024. Illinois is home to all four seasons, storms of all kinds including tornados a little more frequently than we'd expect, but did you know you can experience an earthquake in Illinois, too? Did you feel it this morning?
Top 10 Illinois basketball 3-point shooters of all time
Throughout the history of the Illinois basketball program, we have had some great three-point shooters. This list is honestly not fair to the older Illini generations, as the three-point line wasn’t officially introduced in the college game until April 1986. So, that is where the possibilities for the top 10 start.
Nearly All Illinois AT&T Customers Just Had Personal Data Exposed
If your cell phone provider in Illinois is AT&T, you need to keep a close eye on your credit history and personal information as the company has revealed that nearly all of its customers were exposed in a historic data breach. This alert comes directly from AT&T. They have created...
Fire destroys Fairbury mobile home
FAIRBURY (25News Now) - A fire scorched a mobile home late Friday night in a remote recreation area in rural Fairbury. Firefighters received the call at about 6:45 p.m. When they arrived, crews saw the home was unoccupied and no one was hurt. Fire crews were on site for about...
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