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Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton on why Kamala Harris 'can beat Donald Trump'
FOX 32's Dawn Hasbrouck sat down with Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton to discuss Chicago hosting the DNC and why Kamala Harris can defeat Donald Trump in the general election.
Attorney For Woman Who Stole $1.5 Million In Chicken Wings Speaks Out — Claims She Did To Fund Her Gambling Addiction
An attorney for Vera Liddell, the ex-cafeteria consultant from Illinois who received a nine-year prison sentence for stealing $1.5 million in chicken wings from a school district, claims that she stole the money to support her gambling habit. According to a new report by @people, her attorney, Patrick O’Byrne spoke with them and stated that ... Read more
Mega Millions warning as $1m prize remains unclaimed – but the winner is set to avoid the same fate as Edwin Castro
LOTTERY chiefs have warned a mystery millionaire to safeguard their prize-scooping ticket - to avoid the same pitfalls as Edwin Castro. The Powerball mega-winner has been pictured dining with a close friend of the Kardashians, amid family scandals and a lawsuit. An unknown Lottery player became one of three lucky...
It’s About Time: Illinois Now Has An Official State…Mushroom
Well, if you're going to do something, go big. That appears to be exactly what Illinois has done with the announcement of a new official state mushroom, Calvatia gigantea, also known as the Giant Puffball mushroom. If you've never heard of the Giant Puffball mushroom, you probably think that this...
Report shows many Illinois communities have forever chemicals in their drinking water
(The Center Square) – A new report shows that forever chemicals, or PFAS, are contaminating drinking water supplies in communities all around Illinois. Research by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) shows that many Illinois communities have levels of PFAS above the proposed limit, including in areas from Mt. Vernon to Metro East to Rockford. The group is calling on Congress to boost funding to tackle what they call a “growing environment and public health crisis.” ...
Ford To Illinoisans With Older Fords Or Mazdas: Stop Driving Now
It's not every day that you see a major auto manufacturer issuing a "Do Not Drive" warning about their cars, then see a competing car company follow suit with a do not drive warning of its own. Even more unusual is the number of vehicles that are included in the warnings from the two car companies.
Wake Up Tri-Counties with State Representative Dan Swanson Scam Seminar on August 20th
Illinois State Representative Dan Swanson joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the “How to Avoid Being Scammed” seminar he organized to help people learn the signs of scams and avoid becoming victims. The seminar is on August 20, 2024, from 9 to 10 AM, or after questions have been answered, at the Oxford American Legion in Alpha. The Oxford American Legion is located at 211 West A Street. Everyone is welcome to attend the informational seminar to learn how to protect yourself, your family, or a friend from being scammed. Heather Calcara from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office and the Sheriff from the Rock Island, Henry, Mercer, Knox, Warren, and McDonough Sheriff’s Offices join Representative Dan Swanson for an information seminar Tuesday morning. There will be coffee, juice, and sweets. They won’t turn away anyone with questions or who needs help at the public meeting.
Season Preview: Glenwood Girls Cross Country
Assistant Coaches: Lindsay Cook, Grant Kaiser, Taylor Justison. Last Year’s Conference Record: Conference Champs. Last Year’s Overall Record: 200-0? We were undefeated. Postseason: Regional Champs, Sectional Champs. State Champs. School State Championships: Girls State Champions 2020, 2023. Boys State Champions 2018. Top Returnees from Fall 2023. (Varsity) Ali...
Taylorville rallying community support for IDOT grant to improve downtown
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Taylorville is soliciting help from the public in applying for an IDOT grant that could improve the downtown area. City officials said in a Change.org petition that the funding they hope to receive comes from the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP), which is administered by IDOT. The purpose […]
Taylorville City Council Meets For Second August Meeting
The Taylorville City Council met on Monday evening to discuss business, ordinance, and review reports. All aldermen were present except Kathy Driskell. A public meeting was held at 6:45 regarding ITEP or the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program. This grant would be to support improvements and encourage investment in the transportation system. The grant has a maximum of $3.0 million and has a 80/20 match requirement. $140 million is available for Taylorville. Bill Sleeman, Secretary with Benton and Associates broke down the grant application.
Rich Henry, longtime owner of Henry’s Rabbit Ranch in Staunton, dies
Rich Henry, owner of the landmark Henry’s Rabbit Ranch in Staunton, Illinois, died suddenly Friday, according to locals and Route 66 enthusiasts who knew him well. An exact age for Henry wasn’t available, though he listed on his Facebook page he graduated from high school in 1965. That would put his age in his mid-70s.
Rock Island Woman Wins Huge Powerball Prize From Iowa Lottery
One of the cool things about living in the Quad Cities is the fact that we can play both the Iowa and Illinois lotteries. A woman on the Illinois side definitely used that to her advantage. She may be a resident in Illinois, but her Powerball ticket purchased in Iowa is what has made her quite a bit richer. She didn't score the jackpot but I surely wouldn't turn away her big winnings.
Illinois Treasurer Visits Alton to Promote Innovation, Start-Ups in Alton and the Region
ALTON – On Wednesday, August 7, Illinois State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs met with nearly two dozen regional leaders and business professionals to promote economic prosperity, innovation, and job growth in the southern Illinois region. Frerichs shared information about the Illinois Growth and Innovation Fund (ILGIF), which is an evergreen, $1.5 billion impact investment fund that invests in ways to attract, retain and assist quality technology-enabled businesses in Illinois. The treasurer’s office does this by making targeted investments with venture capital (VC), growth equity, and private credit firms with a nexus to the State of Illinois.
University YMCA’s Dump & Run is this weekend
Following up on my post from last month, move in days are here and that means University YMCA‘s Dump & Run is happening. The event takes place this weekend Saturday, August 24th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, August 25th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Here’s...
Open auditions for ‘Doctor Voynich and Her Children’ at UIS
SPRINGFIELD – The UIS Performing Arts Center, in collaboration with Coalescence Theatre Project, is holding auditions for “Doctor Voynich and Her Children” starting Saturday, Aug. 31. The play is set in a divided America where science is outlawed and freedoms are stripped away, painting a poignant and...
New phone policy in District 186 in place as students head back to school Monday
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Kids are officially back in school in District 186, and there’s a new restrictive phone policy in place. The goal is to limit the distractions and disruptions that cell phones can cause while at school and allow students to focus on their schoolwork.
The Women Shine in Springfield; Robusto and Reimer Make History
August 19, 2024 (Concord, NC) – It was a historic day in the ARCA Menards Series when Isabella Robusto and Taylor Reimer finished second and third in Sunday’s event at the Illinois State Fairground’s Springfield dirt mile. Venturini Motorsports drivers Robusto (JBL Toyota) and Reimer (BuzzBallz Toyota)...
Oakland Rallies for Sonya Massey, Police Slaying Victim
When Sonya Massey was killed by police in Illinois last month, her death prompted outrage, grief, and terror across the nation. Oakland responded with not one, but three rallies held during the last week of July. Massey met an unfair and unjust death on July 6 near Springfield, Illinois. Fearing...
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