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What You Need to Know So You Don’t Get Fined For Fireworks in Illinois
Fourth of July is around the corner, and while fireworks light up the night sky, lighting them yourself is never a good idea, especially in Illinois. Let's put the bad news out there first; as most people know, Illinois has a strict law that bans most consumer fireworks. Here's a refresher, just in case you need it.
Illinois State Police Arrest Three in Child Trafficking Operation
The Illinois State Police have taken their efforts to stop criminal activities to the next level. Three suspects were just arrested and accused of the worst kind of trafficking— of children. Intensive Operation Leads to Arrests. According to a recent press release by the Illinois State Police, they completed...
Southwestern Illinois and Southeastern Missouri Brace for Severe Storms Today
St. Louis, MO – Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop once again this afternoon in southeastern Missouri and southwestern Illinois. These storms, predicted to hit between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., could bring damaging winds to the area. According to the US National Weather Service in St. Louis, the...
Weekend Weather: Showers, Storms Possible in Northern Illinois, Northwest Indiana
Chicago, IL – Northern Illinois and Northwest Indiana residents can expect a mix of showers, storms, and sunshine over the next few days. The forecast calls for varied weather patterns, making it essential to stay informed. According to the National Weather Service, scattered early morning showers are expected on...
Local band celebrates and honors those who have died for freedoms
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. — The Fourth of July is just two days away, and it's the perfect time to celebrate patriotism and community. Doing just that, with music, is Paducah's Community Band. They will perform at the city's Independence Day celebration Thursday on the downtown Paducah riverfront. Tuesday evening...
Stormy weather returns as Fourth of July celebrations ramp up
ST. LOUIS – Early morning sub-severe thunderstorms will bring some heavy rain to the region to start our Wednesday. This will be the first of several rounds of rain and storms that we will be tracking over the next 48 hours. The morning rain will fade as the sun comes up. Hot and humid Wednesday, […]
Potential laser uranium enrichment facility could come to Paducah
WEST PADUCAH, Ky. — A first-of-its-kind laser enrichment facility could be coming to Paducah. It would turn the depleted uranium "tails" in storage at the former Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant site into reusable fuel. It could also boost Paducah’s economy in the process. Local leaders and the company...
Illinois’ gun ban remains in place, but rights advocates say days are numbered
(The Center Square) – Now that the U.S. Supreme Court has said it won’t take unfinished cases challenging Illinois’ gun ban without final judgment from the appeals court, it’s back to the lower courts. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas declined to hear cases from Illinoisans suing over gun bans. The opposing sides of the debate see […]
Stuff the Bus school supply drive 2024 preview
McCracken County Public Library accepting school supply donations ahead of Stuff the Bus event July 20. The 14th annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive is set for July 20, and members of the public are encouraged to volunteer, donate supplies, or give a monetary donation to the cause. The drive will collect backpacks and other school supplies for local children.
Lutheran Senior Services, Diakon agreement to combine comes to fruition
Diakon Senior Living operations and its four continuing care retirement / life plan communities officially became part of Lutheran Senior Services on Monday. The action marks the completion of an agreement signed in March. LSS ranked 15th in the country on the 2023 LeadingAge Ziegler 200 list of largest not-for-profit...
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