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Illinois dam fails, residents told to evacuate area
Thunderstorms with heavy rains and tornadoes rattled the Chicago area and elsewhere in the Midwest, overtopping a dam Tuesday in southern Illinois, cutting power to hundreds of thousands, and even sending weather forecasters scrambling for safety. A woman in Indiana died after a tree fell onto a home.
Empty Illinois Civil War Era House Has Hidden Underground Bunker
You never know what you'll discover when you explore a home that dates back to the Civil War era. That's what happened in Illinois not that long ago when urban explorers found that an abandoned house also included a hidden secret underground bunker. There's no exact location given other than...
Unemployment claims in Illinois increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Illinois rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 9,475 in the week ending July 6, up from 8,906 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Activists, lawmakers protest proposed rate hikes by water utilities
(The Center Square) – More than 1.5 million Illinois consumers may soon be paying a lot more for water. According to the Citizens Utility Board, Aqua Illinois and Illinois American Water customers are affected by proposed rate hikes, which could cost households nearly $30 a month. Illinois State Rep. Dagmara Avelar said inflation has made everyday costs burdensome, especially for lower and fixed-income households. ...
Tornado Warnings Around the Tri-Counties Illinois
A Radar indicated tornado warning has been issued for parts of Rock Island, Mercer, Whiteside and Henry Counties. The warning is currently from the Quad Cities to Atkinson but the warning is expected to extend southeast. VERY strong winds have been confirmed with these storms. Funnel clouds have been spotted but any possible spin-up may be rain-wrapped. Stay alert and keep a device with you to stay up-to-date with warnings. Update: Galva, Annawan, and Hoopole are in the extended warning area. UPDATE: 7:28 PM, huge spin-up north of Preemption, headed east towards Sherrard and Orion.
Special Airline For Dogs Now Flies Out Of Illinois
If you love traveling with your dog, there is now a new and better option flying out of Illinois. Don't get me wrong, I love animals, especially my pets. I just don't understand how people bring them on vacation and travel with the little creatures. Manly, because it's not easy. It's hard enough going through an airport with yourself let alone with a dog.
Soldiers from U.S. Army camp in Kuwait send thanks to 95.3 The Bull, Rockford for care packages
ROCKFORD — Soldiers stationed at a U.S. Army camp shared their thanks with Rockford and listeners of 95.3 The Bull for the Shoeboxes for Soldiers care packages that arrived this week. More than 300 care packages are being delivered to deployed troops around the world thanks to the Shoeboxes...
Local seniors and farmers markets benefit from Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Farmers market season is in full swing and older adults may be able to get help buying fresh, local produce thanks to a new program giving seniors greater access to healthy foods. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), a joint initiative by the Illinois Department...
Rockford Fire Department shows off CPAT
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — Training is incredibly important for firefighters because it prepares them for real world experiences which is why recruiter Bo Chaney is showing off some of their training. The CPAT stands for Candidate Physical Ability Test, and it assesses the individual on their ability to handle...
Flooding creates sinkholes at UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Ambulances at UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital in Rockford are being directed to a different entrance after sinkholes developed near the hospital. UW Health says patient care is not impacted as a result of the sinkholes. It’s believed the sinkholes developed due to recent flooding in the area.
Charles Street businesses hit hard by Rockford flash floods
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – Thunderstorms and flash flooding kept parts of Rockford under water over the weekend. Some Charles Street businesses along the Keith Creek corridor were hit especially hard and are now assessing the damages. “A lot of fixtures from the building are completely destroyed,” said Michelle Johns, who has operated Tarot by Michelle […]
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