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NOAA Released the 2024/2025 Early Winter Forecast for Illinois
It's been a relatively hot and tumultuous summer here in the Midwest. We've endured some ridiculously severe weather and a few uncomfortable stretches of high heat and high humidity. So, we'll welcome some chatter about the upcoming winter. While it's way too early to start thinking about pulling those sweaters and heavy coats out of the closet, it's not too early to wonder what the upcoming winter's going to be like. In fact, NOAA just released its 2024/2025 Early Winter Forecast.
Scammers target I-Pass users with phishing texts about unpaid tolls
Scammers are targeting I-Pass users with a new text message scam.In one example, a text claiming to be from "Illinois Tollway Services" says the driver has unpaid tolls and needs to click on the link to avoid paying extra.Tollway officials said it's a phishing scam and recipients should not click the link. They should delete any messages claiming they have unpaid tolls.If customers are unsure about their balance, they can check their account online or call customer service.
Central Illinois students earn top spots in state photo contest
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Young photographers across Central Illinois dominated the highest ranks of the statewide Cream of the Crop Photo Contest. Students ages eight to 18 were able to submit up to two photos to the contest. Judges then reviewed the photographs and selected the winning entries. “The students showed amazing creativity and talent with […]
Illinois governor says sheriff whose deputy fatally shot Sonya Massey in her home should resign
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker called Wednesday for the resignation of the sheriff whose deputy fatally wounded Sonya Massey in her home last month after the Black woman called 911 for help.
Illinois state officials weigh in on the removal of the grocery tax
Ill. (WTVO) — This week Governor Pritzker signed a bill putting an end to the state’s grocery tax. Now cities and towns across the state are weighing their options in replacing their tax revenue. The statewide grocery tax will be ending at the start of 2026. The move started back in February seeking to rid […]
Spirit Halloween Has 46 Illinois Locations & Some Open in August
For some, we are approaching their favorite time of year when the air gets a chill and costumes are sought. If that describes you, know that Spirit Halloween has 46 locations and I'm hearing that some are already open while others will open in August. Do you enjoy Halloween or...
Illinois commodity groups to address agricultural issues during state fair
(The Center Square) – A number of agricultural groups will be represented Friday during Agricultural Day at the Illinois State Fair. Numerous commodity organizations, farmers and other agricultural officials will be on hand to share information on current ag policies. “Ag Day is a really special day for us because we get the opportunity to interact with people who aren’t living on the farm and are really interested in learning...
PHOTOS: 2024 Illinois State Fair Butter Cow unveiled
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois State Fair 2024 butter cow has been officially unveiled. This is the 103rd butter cow at the state fair, and the eighth consecutive butter cow designed and sculpted by Sarah Pratt. “The butter cow is absolutely iconic in the state of Illinois,” Illinois Department of Agriculture director Jerry Costello […]