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Most Illinois jails restrain people in chairs. This county ‘violently shocked’ them, too.
CHARLESTON, Ill. – Brice Fritz was naked, strapped down to a chair in a jail cell when a staff member monitoring her via video delivered 80,000 volts of electricity through the stun cuff on her leg. “I felt like I was being electrocuted,” Fritz told the Illinois Answers Project,...
Surveillance images capture break-ins at pharmacies in IL and MO
Three suspects were caught on surveillance cameras breaking into Comprehensive Care Pharmacy in Breese, Illinois, for the second time in 13 months, and other independent pharmacies in the area were also targeted in a string of break-ins.
Senator Faraci, Congresswoman Kelly Offer Feedback on What’s Happening Elsewhere
During their Thursday (July 18th) afternoon stop at the Gilbert Street Cafe for a roundtable on rural issues, Democratic State Senator Paul Faraci and Democratic Congresswoman Robin Kelly were asked by Central Illinois Media Group about the current national political situation for their party. Congresswoman Kelly was very clear in saying that: First, she does not think having COVID would be a deciding factor in whether or not President Biden remains in the race. And second, she is behind President Biden no matter what he decides to do; and it’s his choice.
Russian Billionaire Suddenly Abandoned This Illinois Mansion?
It sounds like something you'd see in a spy thriller, but it's a real life Illinois thing. Neighbors have wondered out loud why a Russian billionaire just suddenly abandoned an exotic Illinois mansion and left the country. The mystery begins with an investigation of this out of the way Illinois...
OSHA Fines Illinois Contractor for Repeated Fall Protection Violations
Miller Building Systems LLC faces $354,912 in proposed penalties. A construction contractor in Illinois faces $354,912 in proposed penalties for repeatedly exposing workers to deadly fall hazards. OSHA inspectors cited Elmer Miller—operating as Miller Building Systems LLC—for four willful violations observed at sites in Mahomet and Savoy. According...
Ken Jennings leaves fans offended after ‘cheap shot’ towards Jeopardy!’s new champ Jay Fisher
JEOPARDY! host Ken Jennings has offended some viewers with his recent jab at champion Jay Fisher. The game show host took a crack at the Illinois native's brief political career and shocked viewers with his comments. During Tuesday's episode of Jeopardy!, Jay revealed early in the episode that was a...
Thousands of stateliners adapt to days without power
(WIFR) - ComEd crews work to restore power to homeowners across the stateline facing their third day in the dark, but a limited number of hands makes the task difficult. As of Wednesday evening, more than 45,000 people throughout Northern Illinois face the effects of three days of power outages, according to ComEd.
Three Central Illinois farm families named finalists for conservation award
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Three farm families from Central Illinois were recognized for their exemplary efforts in conservation agriculture when the Sand County Foundation announced the finalists for the 2024 Illinois Leopold Conservation Award. Lance Irving, director of the Leopold Conservation Award Program, took the stage Sunday night, July...
Oklahoma man gets 45 months for bank fraud and identity theft in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — On July 18, an Oklahoma man was sentenced to 45 months in prison for committing bank fraud and aggravated identity theft in Springfield, Illinois. Gerald Duran, 49, was arrested on December 29, 2023, by Springfield Police at a Springfield branch location of a national bank.
In Their Own Words: Auburn players at SEC Media Days
"It was so many things, and that's why I kind of wanted to start out by thanking God. There were so many things that were going through my mind. As a player, my confidence was shot. Just not being able to get onto the field and going to have a conversation with my coach at the time about me playing on scout team. It was just so much.
Grand Re-Opening of Overtime Energy | Better flavor. More energy.
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Overtime Energy Drinks’ Hilary Reinhart, Owner and Joslyn Warfel, Manager joins ciLiving to share all about their Grand Re-Opening. Overtime Energy Drinks strive to serve great tasting, energizing drinks to the Central Illinois community. From Overtime Energy Drinks:. 1.) We are rebranding and changing...
Decatur School District #61 Custodians Authorize Strike
Decatur SD #61 Custodians attended the July 16 Board of Education meeting calling on board members and Superintendent Rochelle Clark to come to the bargaining table with a contract that offers a living wage. SEIU Local 73 represents 80 custodians who have been bargaining since February while the board has...
Heart Theatre To Host First Film In 17 Years
Amy Van Bergen, owner of the historic Heart Theatre, announces an exciting community event this summer to celebrate the theatre’s legacy. On Thursday, August 8, 2024, the Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum, located at 120 W. Jefferson, will be the site of an outdoor movie night under the stars. Jefferson and Washington Avenues will be closed starting at 6:30pm, with the classic 1989 film “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids” scheduled to begin at 8:30pm.
'They’re together forever and that’s the way they’d want it': Best friends killed in car crash on their way to Cardinals game
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. — Families and a whole community in St. Clair County are mourning the sudden deaths of Teagan Kelley and Ashton Jackson, who were killed in a horrific car crash on Saturday. "They were a part of each other's daily routines. They are 20 years old,...
Decatur Area Arts Council to host Mac n’ Cheese Fest this weekend
July 18, 2024 – The Decatur Area Arts Council will host Mac n’ Cheese Fest on Saturday, July 20th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Fairview Park Pavilion. There will be a variety of macaroni and cheese-inspired dishes prepared by local restaurants, food vendors, and caterers. Each participant will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite dish, with the top choice receiving the “Big Cheese” Award.
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