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Laboratory schools staffers are the latest group to organize at ISU
For the first time in nearly 170 years, staff at Illinois State University’s Laboratory Schools, have formally moved to unionize. The Lab Schools Association, a group of around 120 staffers from Thomas Metcalf [pre-K to 8th grade] and University High schools, filed a petition for representation with the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board [IELRB] in late June.
Bourbonnais, IL: Mobile Food Pantry Scheduled for July 18
Bourbonnais, IL – The Original Secret Pantry will host its next mobile food pantry on Thursday, July 18, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The pantry event will take place in Bourbonnais, providing much-needed food assistance to those in the community. According to organizers, there are no financial or...
A cockroach, flies, mold, expired food all found in Springfield-area kitchens in June
A favorite Mexican restaurant for Springfield foodies was found to have multiple health code violations from the Sangamon County Department of Public Health in June. Charro Mexican Restaurant on Sunrise Drive received 20 health code violations on June 21; of those violations, 14 were high-risk for the public safety. According to the inspection performed, the health inspector observed degreaser was attached to the dispenser instead of sanitizer at the mop sink. ...
Chicago Man Arrested After Alleged Theft at Champaign Walgreens
Urbana, IL – A Chicago man was arrested Tuesday in connection with an alleged theft at a Walgreens in Champaign’s Campustown. According to University of Illinois Police, 29-year-old Geovontae Galloway was apprehended after officers responded to a shoplifting report at the Walgreens on East Green Street at 12:36 p.m. The store manager reported three men stealing merchandise and placing it in their backpacks. Based on descriptions, officers linked them to a series of previous retail thefts in the area.
Teutopolis Volleyball Team hosting benefit for teen crash victims
TEUTOLPOLIS, Ill. (WCIA) — On Friday, the Teutopolis Volleyball Team is hosting a benefit to honor three young girls who died in a UTV accident last week. On July 11, the girls were traveling in a UTV when police said they ran a stop sign and struck the front of a grain hauler. The accident […]
Staggering IRS Data Shows 262,000 People Fled Illinois in 1 Year
I'm no math genius, but this is a stunning number of people who said goodbye to Illinois in just one calendar year. New data just shared by the IRS reveals more than a quarter million residents left the Land of Lincoln recently. I saw this story today by Wirepoint which...
Illinois Lottery celebrating 50th anniversary with Mag Mile disco party
The Illinois Lottery is celebrating its 50th anniversary Thursday with a disco party on the Mag Mile!The event will feature a live DJ, interactive photo booth, and the illinois lottery draw ball machine giving participants a chance to draw a number and win cash prizes of $500, $150 or $50 as well as instant tickets and other fun prizes. More than $10,000 in cash and prizes will be up for grabs.The party will also have a giant 35-foot disco ball.The Illinois Lottery event is at Pioneer Court starting at 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Illinois deputy allegedly shot woman in face after ordering her to move pot of water
An Illinois sheriff’s deputy charged with murder in the death of a Black woman shot her in the face during a tense moment over a pot of water in her home and then discouraged his partner from trying to save her, authorities said Thursday.
Illinois ranks 22nd for women’s healthcare in new Commonwealth Fund scorecard
Illinois ranks 22nd nationwide for women’s healthcare, according to an inaugural scorecard released by The Commonwealth Fund Thursday. The state was third in the Great Lakes region, behind Wisconsin and […]
Accel Positions Itself For Future Illinois iGaming License With Fairmount Deal
The agreement this week between video gaming terminal (VGT) operator Accel Entertainment and Fairmount Holdings, owner of FanDuel Sportsbook & Horse Racing in Collinsville, Illinois, could bring about more than a new racino to Fairmount Racetrack. It also positions an influential VGT stakeholder in Illinois to participate in Illinois online...
What we know about the AT&T data breach
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to discuss what we should know about the AT&T data breach, how millions of passwords ended up on the dark web, and the increase of door-to-door scammers. He also explains why we should educate ourselves on different return policies, a back to school scam advisory, and the 2024 BBB Torch Awards.
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
LISTEN: Heritage Behavioral Health on Byers & Co
July 18, 2024 – Mary Garrison, Aubrey Puckett, and Anatoliy Sedov of Heritage Behavioral Health Center joined Byers & Co to talk about substance use, using harm reduction techniques, and how they individualize treatment for people. Listen to the podcast now!
Thirsty Thursday: Wine at Art Mart
This week, I’m thirsty for wine at Art Mart. This glass of sauvignon blanc ($8) was the loveliest sip I’ve had all week. Served in an elegant thin-lipped, slender-stemmed glass, this chilled South African sauvignon blanc called MAN tasted delicious and had vibrant notes of tropical fruit balanced with a nice acidity. When I asked about the wine’s name, Art Mart’s wine guru Todd Fusco said it was an acronym of three owners’s partners’ first initials (Marie, Anette, and Nicky). I loved this sauvignon blanc and would recommend for anyone who enjoys a good crisp white.
Many Challenges in Continuing Search for 12-year-old in Danville; Police Request Everyone Not Searching Stay Out of River
DANVILLE — The challenges in finding a 12-year-old boy who went missing while swimming in the Vermilion River on Monday night have been many, local law enforcement officials say. Thursday marked day four in the search. “This is a needle in a haystack situation,” said Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department...
ciSports: A Farewell to Bret Beherns | Reflecting on a Decade plus of Central Illinois Sports
MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA) — For over a decade, Bret Beherns has been a cornerstone of WCIA 3’s Sports Department, rising swiftly from Sports Reporter to Sports Director. This month, however, marks a bittersweet farewell as Bret embarks on new endeavors beyond the realm of Central Illinois sports at WCIA 3. To commemorate his impactful tenure (plus), host of ciSports, Karidia Shelby, sat down with Bret to reminisce on his journey, favorite moments, and what lies ahead.
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