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Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin Could Soon Experience A ‘Rodent Rampage’ In Their Homes
You may need to charge rent to a few critters before too long. Some of us have had to deal with snakes and bugs in our houses or on our property this summer. And now, one of the best parts of fall is that all of those crawl back into the earth where they belong.
Sunday is an Air Pollution Action Day in Illinois. Here's what that means
Sunday has been declared an Air Pollution Action Day in several Chicago-area counties, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency said, citing elevated ozone levels. In Illinois, an Air Pollution Action Day is issued when air quality is forecasted to be at or above the Orange or “Unhealthy/Sensitive Groups” category for two or more consecutive days. Similarly, an Air Quality Alert was set to go into effect for McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Kendall, Grundy, Cook and Will counties starting at midnight Saturday through midnight Sunday.
Prep sports recap for Aug. 23, 2024
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The high school football season in Illinois officially kicks off on Aug. 30. But some teams got a jump start on the season playing ‘Week Zero’ games Friday night. The Illinois High School Association now allows teams to play limited scrimmages against an opponent. Each team is allowed 12 offensive plays […]
Public service campaign blasts Kamala Harris’ electric vehicle agenda
(The Center Square) – It is Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s lofty goal to have one million electric vehicles on Illinois roads in less than six years, and now a public service campaign is critical of his political party’s EV agenda. The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) has launched an ad campaign called “Driver’s Seat” that highlights Vice President Kamala Harris’ support for a 100% ban on sales of new gas cars in the U.S. The campaign is part of AFPM’s eight-figure issue campaign to...
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
Illinois Supreme Court upholds unconstitutionality of Democrats' law banning slating of candidates
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois Supreme Court on Friday upheld a lower court ruling that tossed out a law barring political parties from choosing candidates for the General Assembly when they had no one run in a primary. The court’s decision was not based on the merits of the case: Two justices recused themselves from deliberations, and the court was unable to get four votes needed to render a valid opinion. The law, which was approved by majority Democrats and Gov. J.B. Pritzker in May, stopped the long tradition of parties “slating” candidates. Designed to help Democrats in the November election, it effectively prevented Republicans from drafting candidates after no one appeared in the ballot in the March primary. Draftees were eligible as long as they collect the required number of petition signatures by a June 3 deadline.
Deadline for Summer EBT fast approaching
The deadline for enrollment for 2024 Summer EBT benefits is Aug. 31. Summer EBT, also known as Sun Bucks, provides families with school-aged children with a one-time benefit of $120 for summer groceries per eligible child. Benefits are benefits distributed on an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card. “This benefit is...
WATCH: Guy Swears He Has Video Proof There’s a Dome Over Illinois
This just in. You might be living in a real life Matrix. Don't believe me? A guy swears he has video proof that there's a dome over Illinois. This brand new video share made me chuckle a little bit and I'm not trying to give the guy who shared this a hard time. To say that I don't understand everything I see in the skies above Illinois and Missouri is an understatement. His video entitled "Dome spotted in Illinois!!" is interesting.
CWLP warns of spoof email circulating
City Water, Light and Power (CWLP) wants its customers to know of a spoof email going out that appears to be from CWLP’s Customer Service Office, which is a common phishing scheme. The email being sent is a request to “Review A Confidential Document & Sign” and it references a DocuSign application. The sender email appears to be from CWLP Customer Service.
Community members gather for the second annual Central Illinois Cultural Fest
Springfield, Ill — Community members gathered today for the second annual Central Illinois Cultural Fest. More than 100 vendors attending the event from local artists to small businesses. Representatives from SIU School of Medicine, Springfield Clinic, Molina Healthcare, The Illinois Alzheimer's Association, and Gift of Hope attended to celebrate...
Men’s Soccer Opens Season Sunday at Lindenwood
ST. CHARLES, Missouri – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros men's soccer team (0-0-0) kicks off their 2024 season on Sunday against the Lindenwood Lions (0-0-1) on Sunday at 1 p.m. at Hunter Stadium. The Vaqueros will then open up their home slate on Sept. 4 against Texas A&M-San Antonio at the UTRGV Soccer and Track & Fielc Complex kicking off a three-match homestand. Complete match notes can be found below: Notes: 1) If you are having problems viewing this page, please download the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader and install the newest version of the...
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