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Manhattan Fire Protection District Responds to Severe Weather Impact in Manhattan Township and Village of Manhattan
On July 15th at approximately 9:44 p.m., a large area of the Village of Manhattan, Manhattan Township, and Wilton Center were impacted by severe weather, including damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and tornadic activity. Widespread property damage has occurred in the Ranch Oaks Subdivision in Manhattan Township leaving residents without power...
Activists, lawmakers protest proposed rate hikes by water utilities
(The Center Square) – More than 1.5 million Illinois consumers may soon be paying a lot more for water. According to the Citizens Utility Board, Aqua Illinois and Illinois American Water customers are affected by proposed rate hikes, which could cost households nearly $30 a month. Illinois State Rep. Dagmara Avelar said inflation has made everyday costs burdensome, especially for lower and fixed-income households. ...
Thousands without power across Central Illinois
UPDATE (10:00 p.m.) — According to Ameren Spokesperson Brian Bretsch, the Incident Management Team has been activated to determine the damage and what resources are needed. They will be working around the clock. Anyone without power is encouraged to report it to Ameren at 1-800-755-5000. Pictures of storm damage...
Sen. Rose leads measure against proposed stricter OSHA firefighting requirements
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Could volunteer fire departments across the state face the risk of losing those who keep you safe? One Central Illinois lawmaker wants to make sure that doesn’t happen. A proposal from OSHA looks to expand protections for first responders including firefighters, but it focuses on increasing training requirements, medical screenings for […]
Illinois tries to expand automatic voter registration as SAVE Act passes U.S. House
(The Center Square) – Illinois voter integrity groups warn non-citizens that registering to vote in federal elections is a felony. The warning comes after U.S. House Republicans passed the SAVE Act to increase protections. President Joe Biden has vowed to veto the measure if it passes the Senate and reaches his desk. House Republicans passed the SAVE act, which seeks to require proof of citizenship when a voter casts a ballot in a federal election. Currently it is illegal for a non-citizen to vote in...
Tornado Warnings Around the Tri-Counties Illinois
A Radar indicated tornado warning has been issued for parts of Rock Island, Mercer, Whiteside and Henry Counties. The warning is currently from the Quad Cities to Atkinson but the warning is expected to extend southeast. VERY strong winds have been confirmed with these storms. Funnel clouds have been spotted but any possible spin-up may be rain-wrapped. Stay alert and keep a device with you to stay up-to-date with warnings. Update: Galva, Annawan, and Hoopole are in the extended warning area. UPDATE: 7:28 PM, huge spin-up north of Preemption, headed east towards Sherrard and Orion.
Stage Buzz: Pitchfork Music Fest, Model/Actriz, Halestorm, Limp Bizkit
Pitchfork Music Festival returns to Union Park this weekend for three days of great music, lots of dancing, and good vibes. This year’s lineup features headliners Black Pumas, Jamie xx, and Alanis Morissette. Other acts on the bill include 100 gecs Jai Paul, Carly Rae Jepsen, De La Soul, Bratmobile, Brittany Howard, Grandmaster Flash, Mannequin Pussy, Yaeji, and Rosali, to name a few. The festival kicks off Friday, July 19th, and runs through Sunday, July 21st. Grab tickets while you still can here. IE’s Curt Baran will be capturing all 3 days. Follow us on Threads for updates and a full gallery early next week here.
Library Board Agenda: Disposal of toddler chair, By-laws update, teacher library cards, and more
LANSING, Ill. (July 15, 2024) – The meeting of the Lansing Public Library Board of Trustees begins at 6:30 p.m. in the quiet study area of the library. Motion to approve the minutes from the Regular Board Meeting on June 20, 2024. Motion to approve June and July 2024...
New pickleball courts open in Schultz Park
LANSING, Ill. (July 15, 2024) – Lansing pickleball players now have a second venue to call home. On Monday the Lan-Oak Park District announced the opening of new pickleball courts at Schultz Park, located at Schultz Dr. and Ada St. Four pickleball courts replace the single tennis court that was positioned near the southwest corner of the park.
Harvey auxiliary officer directs profanity toward HWH staff at City Hall
Warning: This report includes language that may be offensive to some readers. A Harvey reserve cop used expletives toward an HWH reporter at an already chaotic City Council meeting last Monday. Harvey Auxiliary Officer Turpin, responsible for wanding the public as they enter council chambers, swore at HWH founder Amethyst...
Mayor Chris Clark orders police to remove entire audience from chambers at City Council meeting
The audience at a recent City Council meeting was ordered to leave City Hall after Mayor Chris Clark deemed it disruptive. Harvey police officers even threatened citations and arrests. The problem? Clapping. It all happened last Monday after Pastor Johnathan Johnson of Holy Bible Missionary Baptist Church ripped up the...
Demolition Has Begun At OLA But You Wouldn’t Know It By Looking At The Front Of The Building
The demolition of Our Lady of Angels in Joliet has begun. As first reported by WJOL in October of 2022 the retirement home was on life support and would be closing soon. The last residents left the building at the end of January in 2023 with a final mass held on February 11, 2023. Since then the Sisters of St. Francis nuns have held estate sales to sell furniture, pianos, office supplies and more to the public. While you can’t see the demolition from the front of the building, there is fencing surrounding the building. Gould Brothers Construction from Joliet is handling the demolition which has begun in the rear of the sprawling building at 1201 Wyoming Avenue on Joliet’s west side.
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty to open store in Orland Park
ORLAND PARK, Ill. - Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty will open its first Chicago-area store this Friday. The global lingerie, innerwear and apparel brand will celebrate its grand opening at Orland Square on Friday at 10 a.m. The grand opening celebration will include special giveaways, a live DJ and light...
Landmark Illinois awards grants to Oak Park and North Lawndale organizations
Landmark Illinois has awarded grants to three West Side organizations to help them preserve their historic buildings. The funds range from $3,500 to $5,000 and require an equal match from the recipients. In Oak Park, The Day Nursery and the Living Sanctuary of Faith Church of God in Christ both...
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