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Venezuelan community leader in Illinois remains hopeful as protests intensify
(The Center Square) – Venezuelans in Illinois are hoping for the best after the disputed election between President Nicolas Maduro and challenger Edmundo Gonzalez. Thousands of people have taken part in protests in Caracas and throughout Venezuela since the election on Sunday, July 28. Maduro’s government reported that more than 700 people have been detained. There are independent reports of up to 12 deaths. Election officials declared Maduro the winner...
Forever chemicals found in most tested fish from these 4 IL rivers
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A team of University of Illinois researchers studied four northern Illinois rivers, in which nearly all fish across nine tested species were found with “forever chemicals.” Forever chemicals, known more formally as per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are synthetic chemicals that can be harmful to the health of people, animals, and […]
Experts discuss police officer training programs
SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — Questions are being raised about the training for police officers. This comes after former sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson was arrested and charged with first degree murder in the death of Sonya Massey. The Illinois Sheriffs' Association tells us police officers go through a 16-week training...
Illinois Residents, People May Sneak Onto Your Porch August 8th
I'm not trying to alarm you. Instead, I'm trying to pass along some information that should keep you from calling the police or reaching for a firearm in a little over a week's time. Then again, your own personal feelings may be different about the people who will, more than...
15-year-old arrested in Champaign shooting investigation
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Just days after asking the public for help in a shooting investigation, the Champaign Police Department has announced that a 15-year-old is under arrest. Champaign Police officials asked through Crime Stoppers on Monday for tips on two shootings that happened July 20. One of the shootings happened on Colleen Drive and […]
Back to School Bash being held in Danville to support families
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — To help families get the services and supplies they need ahead of the school year, the Vermilion County Health Department and OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center will be holding a Back to School Bash on Thursday. The event will take place from 2-6 p.m. at the Vermilion County Health Department, located at 200 South […]
Felon Pleads Guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison
THE FOLLOWING RELEASE IS FROM THE VERMILION COUNTY STATE’S ATTORNEY’S OFFICE. On July 30, 2024, Lafayette Harper (DOB 1/7/1984), formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon, a class 2 felony. Harper was sentenced by Judge Mark Goodwin to 7 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Following his term of imprisonment, Harper will serve 1 year of mandatory supervised release.
Champaign StreetFest to serve food, music, entertainment and more
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — This Saturday marks the Champaign StreetFest: Downtown Throwdown. The event will feature a food competition, music, live entertainment, local vendors, and kid-friendly activities. The StreetFest is put together by the City of Champaign and the Champaign Center Partnership. It will last from 2-9 p.m. on Walnut and Market Streets. The second […]
Local Resident Wins Medal In Olympics
A Central Illinoisan is an Olympic Champion. Lauren Doyle, from Boody, is a Bronze Medal winner in Rugby for the Paris Olympics. Doyle has gone to the Olympics in 2016, 2020, and 2024. This is the first medal that she has won. Doyle, 33, is 5’6” and went to school...
9TH ANNUAL WHITE SQUIRREL SADDLE CLUB 2024 TRACTOR SHOW AND TRUCK & JEEP SHOW THIS WEEKEND
(OLNEY) The East Fork Arena, just north of the East Fork Lake Dam, at the north edge of Olney, will be busy this Saturday from 8:00 to 3:00 with the 9th Annual White Squirrel Saddle Club’s 2024 Tractor Show and Truck & Jeep Show with only a $2.00 admission, free for those age 12 & younger. With Tractor registration from 8:00 to 10:00 and Truck & Jeep signup from 9:00 to 11:00, the judging is at 12 noon with various categories and the awards & dash plaques announced at 12:30. Also a skillet throw & fan belt toss at 10:00, auction at 11:00, pedal tractor pull at 1:00, and tractor games at 2:00, concluded by a Tractor Parade. Plus plenty of concessions, a huge bouncy inflatable green tractor with grain cart obstacle, various vendors, and bring your lawn chairs for the live Outdoor Classrooms, featuring a U of I Extension garden to pantry program, a petting zoo, and information about beekeeping & Christian homeschooling. All ages welcome. For more, call Jeff anytime at 618-302-7091.
CrimeStoppers seeking information after fiber optic cables cut, parts of St. Louis and Illinois suffer network disruptions
ST. LOUIS — Police are asking for the public's help in finding who is responsible for cutting fiber optic lines, leading to service disruptions throughout the St. Louis region. An area telecommunications provider experienced vandalism to their fiber optic network in recent months, according to St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers.
Kalamazoo man pleads guilty in international scam of elderly victims
Federal attorneys announced four people pleaded guilty Tuesday to participating in an international mail and wire fraud scheme originating in Nigeria and targeting elderly and vulnerable people. 37-year-old Fatai Okunola of Kalamazoo was charged along with three co-conspirators in Illinois and Texas. U.S. Attorney Mark Totten says the defendants used...