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Pritzker signs several auto, medical service-related bills
CHICAGO, Ill. (WCIA) — Last week, Governor JB Pritzker signed several bills into law, including legislation involving vehicle safety and medical care. Some will go into effect immediately while others will not be actualized until January 1, 2025. Legislation like House Bills 4255 and 5370 were put forth to improve safety around emergency scenes. HB4255 […]
Doctor suffering heart attack during Illinois marathon saved by son
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Doctor Rafael Ruggeri was running the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon this year when he suddenly collapsed at Meadowbrook Park. He was having a heart attack. Luckily, his son Isaac was running with him, and Isaac had just been trained on CPR a few weeks before...
Fate of Detroit Library rests with property tax vote
(The Center Square) – The fate of Detroit Public Library's funding relies upon Proposal L, a property tax proposal that makes up 85% of its budget. Prop L would renew 3.994 mills for the next 10 years. One mill equates to a 10th of a cent, which would be applied to Detroit residents’ property value. For example, a home with a $50,000 taxable value would pay about $199.72 in taxes per year. The tax would continue to be applied to the main library and its...
Bloomington pawn shops raided by Illinois Attorney General's Office
Authorities have raided at least two pawn shops in Bloomington. As of late afternoon Tuesday, a number of government SUVs were at Midwest Exchange on East Empire Street in Bloomington. Bloomington Police confirmed Monster Pawn on RT Dunn Drive in Bloomington also was blocked off and law enforcement officers were...
‘Why Isn’t She In Prison?!’: White Woman Who Falsely Accused Black Man of Rape Is ‘Pampered’ By Dr. Phil During Face-to-Face Meeting with the Wrongly Convicted Man
Dr. Phil reintroduced a video clip from a 2008 episode of his talk show last week, highlighting the incredible story of a Chicago woman who […] ‘Why Isn’t She In Prison?!’: White Woman Who Falsely Accused Black Man of Rape Is ‘Pampered’ By Dr. Phil During Face-to-Face Meeting with the Wrongly Convicted Man
Mini-Marathon & Fun Day – Sat. July 27, 10am-2pm / Friendly Town at Lincoln Park
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT RELEASE. The Danville Police Department, along with OSF Healthcare and members of our community, are hosting a Mini-Marathon and Fun Day promoting fitness and healthy lifestyles for our community’s children!. There will be Disk Golf, Football, Soccer, Bocce Ball, Bags, food trucks,...
14-year-old killed in Neoga ATV accident
NEOGA, Ill. (WCIA) — A 14-year-old boy from Neoga has died after an ATV accident Monday afternoon. Greg Epperson, the Deputy Coroner of Coles County, confirmed with WCIA that Graydon Mendenhall was seriously hurt in an accident on his family’s property around noon. After turning a corner too fast, Mendenhall fell off of the ATV […]
PHOTOS: Firefighters quickly extinguish flaming minivan in Vermilion Co.
CATLIN, Ill. (WCIA) — No one was hurt after a minivan burst into flames in Catlin Monday evening. Officials with the Catlin Fire Protection District posted about the incident on their Facebook page. They said firefighters were dispatched to Webster and McKinley Streets at 6:37 p.m. for a vehicle on fire. When they arrived, the […]
The INCIL home modification grant will aid middle income families
Featured on WGN Radio’s Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/08/24: Access Elevator’s VP of Sales Frank Wasilewski joins the show to talk about the INCIL home modification grant that is helping residents across Illinois achieve greater independence in their homes. To learn more about what Access Elevator can do for you, go to allaboutaccess.com or call them at 1-630-616-6249.
Babies “R” Us is making a comeback, with 11 new stores in Illinois
Attention children (and parents) of the 1990s: Babies "R" Us, the beloved retailer you may remember from your younger years will soon return to the Chicago area in a new way. Babies "R" Us, which went out of business in 2018, will soon open 200 stores across the country, each inside of Kohl's Department stores, a press release said.
Big Changes Coming to 23 Illinois Costco Stores in September
The more things change, the more they stay the same. That's actually not true for 23 Costco store locations in Illinois that will be changing in September and I predict many will be unhappy with what's coming. Let me be clear that I'm not business expert and I have no...
Empowering Change: How RECESS24 is Set to Pave the Way for Black and Brown Innovators in Clean Energy
Creating an Onramp for Black and Brown People to Participate in the Burgeoning Clean Energy Sector. As the RECESS24: National Black and Brown Clean Energy Conference approaches, excitement is building for an event designed to create an onramp for Black and Brown individuals into the booming clean energy sector. Taking place from September 9-11, 2024, at Huntington Place in Detroit, this conference is more than just a gathering—it’s a movement aimed at fostering inclusivity and innovation in the clean energy industry. The conference follows the success of Black Tech Saturdays’ Clean Energy Takeover, where clean energy founders shared their journeys and fielded questions from an eager audience.
Illinois quick hits: Pritzker endorses Harris; legislator cancels event after alleged threat
Pritzker endorses Harris Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic Party's presidential candidate for the November election. President Joe Biden announced Sunday he was not seeking reelection. Pritzker praised Biden for his service with an initial statement. Monday morning, Pritzker's campaign said he is proud to endorse Harris,...
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