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Speech Experts Really Don’t Like How You’re Saying ‘Illinois’
There are rebels in our midst that are saying what should be an obvious word incorrectly. It's such a problem that the speech experts have issued a warning to everyone that has managed to say "Illinois" incorrectly. I'm a live and let live kind of person. If you want to...
Undocumented Illinois residents can now get standard driver's licenses
Under provisions of a new law, undocumented residents in Illinois are now eligible to receive four-year driver’s licenses. According to HB 3882, which went into effect July 1, those residents can now receive standard licenses and identification cards instead of the previously issued Temporary Visitor’s Driver’s License.
Illinois Finally Signs Agreement to Build $1B Invasive Carp Barrier, Now That the State Isn’t on the Hook for Entire Lifelong Maintenance Tab
After months of negotiations, Illinois finally signed onto a project partnership agreement this week with the state of Michigan and the Army Corps of Engineers to move forward with construction of what’s largely viewed as the last line of defense against invasive carp entering the Great Lakes. The best...
Tennessee Ranks Among Top Ten Worst States to Work in America
A recent study analyzing data in three key areas has named among the top ten worst states to work in America. The study conducted by OxFamAmerica.org looked at three key areas of American work life: wages, worker protections, and rights to organize. The score in each area was weighted to calculate a final score for each of the 50 states, along with Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia.
'Safer Kentucky Act' goes into effect July 15; potential impact still being debated
Among the legislation approved during this year's Kentucky General Assembly, many official agree the most significant and longest-lasting may be House Bill 5, termed the "Safer Kentucky Act" by those who proposed it. While officials on all sides of the issue agree that the legislation will have a significant impact,...
Itasca Prepares for Illinois’ Biggest July 4th Fireworks Show
The suburban village of Itasca in Chicago is all set up for an impressive Independence Day celebration with what’s been called the largest July 4th fireworks show in Illinois. Work crews started early this week to make sure everything is ready for the big show. Itasca Mayor Jeff Pruyn...
UPDATE: Elderly mid-Missouri woman still missing after being swept into floodwaters
An elderly woman is reportedly presumed dead after her vehicle was swept into the flooded Perche Creek west of Columbia this afternoon. Our news partner KMIZ reports the elderly woman was in a vehicle with a man near Gillespie Bridge and Coats lane, when they became trapped in floodwater. The station quotes Boone County Fire Protection District assistant chief Gale Blomenkamp. The woman’s body has not been recovered yet. Mr. Blomenkamp tells KMIZ that the couple had been driving home from Columbia. Rescuers reportedly saved two people from the vehicle. KMIZ reports one of the rescuers was a landscaping worker who entered the floodwaters.
Poplar Bluff Boy’s Golf places 20th at national tournament
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KFVS) - High school has been out of session for well over a month, but the Poplar Bluff Boy’s Golf team only just wrapped up their season Wednesday. The Mules were in Frisco, Texas for the 2024 PGA High School Golf National Invitational. The three-day tournament consisted of state champions from across the country.
Multiple people face charges for various gun crimes in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Ill. (KBSI) – Multiple people face charges for a variety of gun offenses in Jackson County. The offenses span from February to May of 2024. Jackson County State’s Attorney Joseph A. Cervantez says his office charged suspects in the following shooting. “Our law enforcement professionals in...
Illinois Trying to Ban Gas-Powered Vehicles By 2035?
I don't want to be the old man on the porch constantly complaining about why things have to change and wishing we could go back 30 years to "the good times", but there's a new proposal in Illinois that wants to ban gas-powered vehicles by the year 2035 and I'm grumpy about it.
Officials urge public to leave fireworks to experts, citing risks and past injuries
Officials are reminding individuals to leave the fireworks to the experts this Independence Day. Officials said fireworks can be dangerous and cause fires and severe injuries. Last July, 108 injuries were reported to the Office of the State Fire Marshal. "You don't have to do fireworks. Don't do them, just...
This IL City Would Be Closed & Bankrupt If It Was A Business
What if the Illinois government actually operated like a real business?. Illinois Is One Of The Worst Run Cities In The United States. I've lived in Illinois my whole life. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago. I believe the Land of Lincoln and the Windy City are amazing places. There's just one major problem. That's the government. Our state and that city have a horrible history of corruption. Those terrible leaders have put us in bad shape.
July 4th parades and fireworks 2024: How to watch live
Parades and fireworks are the highlight of the day today as Americans celebrate Independence Day, and you can watch it all right here. If You Have A Computer, This Adventure Game Is A Must-Play. Sunrise Village|. The festivities start at 11 a.m. ET with the Highland Park Parade in Illinois....
Central Illinois Weather Alert: Thunderstorms Threaten Holiday Weekend
Lincoln, IL – Today is Independence Day, and Central Illinois residents should prepare for scattered thunderstorms and heavy rain throughout the day. The forecast predicts temperatures ranging from 80 to 87 degrees, with mostly cloudy skies. According to the US National Weather Service in Lincoln, IL, the probability of...
Majority Of Illinois Music Fans Are Embracing Vinyl Revolution
The vinyl revolution just proves to Illinois music fans and collectors to never say never because there's always a chance. Thanks to my dad and uncle, I got into music really early in my life. They were going to concerts and buying new albums when I was a kid. There were always tunes playing in our house and also in the car. It had a huge impact on me.
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