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Illinois study looks at health toll of homelessness
(WIFR) - People experiencing homelessness are more likely to have a reduced life expectancy and have a greater risk of being the victim of a violent assault or murder, a study from the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health finds. The “Illinois Homelessness Morbidity and Mortality Report...
Prosecutors deny Supreme Court ruling sinks Madigan corruption case
(The Center Square) – Federal prosecutors said a narrow U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the federal bribery statute doesn't sink their corruption case against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Defense attorneys for Madigan and co-defendant Michael McClain, a close Madigan associate, have said the case should be dropped after the Supreme Court blunted the federal bribery statute's scope with a June decision. Prosecutors told a judge that's plain wrong. ...
Viscofan USA Faces $197,054 in Fines for Safety Failures
OSHA cites company for nine violations after two workers suffer severe injuries in separate incidents. Viscofan USA Inc., a global meat casing manufacturer, is facing $197,054 in fines following an OSHA investigation. The Danville, Illinois-based company was cited for nine violations after two employees suffered severe injuries in January and February 2024.
Mattoon, Paxton cleaning up damage left by overnight storms
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — People are still picking up after storms rolled through Central Illinois overnight. Mattoon was one of the areas impacted the most in Central Illinois. There were multiple downed branches and limbs, with reports of one falling on a car. There were also downed power lines that left about 3,500 people in […]
New pool still in city’s plans as false rumors dispelled
GIBSON CITY — A group of 23 citizens gathered at Monday night’s Gibson City Council committee meeting to hear the status of a long-promised new municipal swimming pool. Attendees were mostly parents but included some senior citizens who use the existing pool at Gibson City’s North Park for water aerobics.
Simone Biles' husband Jonathan Owens arrived in Paris from NFL training camp with an amazing custom t-shirt
Simone Biles‘ husband, Jonathan Owens, officially arrived in Paris from NFL training camp with the Chicago Bears, and he came bearing a SWEET tribute to Simone: a fantastic custom t-shirt. OK. Listen. If your spouse doesn’t show up to support you like this, you gotta throw the whole spouse...
Illinois Now Has Cannabis Dispensary Located On Boat Dock
The newest cannabis dispensary in Illinois is located on a lake and offers dockside service. I'm going to step out on a limb to say I think this legal recreational marijuana thing has worked out okay for Illinois. Okay, I'm just kidding, it's frickin' huge. Millions and millions of dollars have been generated in just a handful of years.
Kentucky Storm Alert: Severe Thunderstorms with 70 MPH Winds Forecasted by Evening
Indianapolis, IN – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky until 8 PM EDT today. Residents are advised to prepare for potentially dangerous weather conditions, including isolated hail up to quarter size, scattered wind gusts up to 70 mph, and frequent lightning.
EHD Outbreaks Could Again Affect Deer Populations in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
I have been deer hunting for many years. I've seen cases of tuberculosis and Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), but I have never heard of the disease that is currently the topic of an Iowa DNR press release, as most associated deer fatalities occur from July to September. Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease...
July 15th Storms Set New Record For Most Tornadoes in One Day
We all knew as it was happening that the storms on July 15th were not your typical, everyday storm system. The derecho brought not one, not two, but THIRTY ONE tornadoes in the NWS Chicago office’s coverage area, which is a new record. The previous record was 22 set during similar derecho events on June 30, 2014 and March 31st, 2023!
Illinois police union withdraws grievance in Massey case
Ben Crump, an attorney representing Sonya Massey’s family has responded after a union filed a grievance on behalf of the former deputy who shot her and then withdrew it. A news conference was held at a church on Chicago’s West Side.
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Aug. 01 – Aug. 04
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. The Sound of Music at The Virginia Theatre in Champaign. Time: 7 p.m. Location: The Virginia Theatre, Champaign.
Illinois Weather Alert: Severe Storms Expected Before Sunny Weekend
Champaign, IL – Central Illinois is set to experience a mix of severe weather and pleasant conditions in the coming days. According to the US National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms will redevelop this afternoon, with some storms potentially being severe. The region is expected to face hot and humid conditions today, with heat index values ranging from 100 to 105 degrees.
Worker Freedom of Speech Act signed into law in Illinois
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Wednesday, Illionois Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill that he says will help workers. “In Illinois, we respect the rights and dignity of workers,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “We will never stop fighting for an Illinois where every worker is given the dignity and respect they deserve,” said Governor Pritzker. The law bans […]