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New Illinois law seeks to protect minors from ‘vlogging,’ influencer parents
(The Center Square) – Illinois is now home to a first of its kind law that opens the door for children to be entitled to compensation for appearing in their parents or guardians social media content. The law went into effect earlier this month with a goal of protecting children from “vlogging,” or the production of video blogs created for the purpose of generating income. As part of its reach, the groundbreaking legislation introduced by state Sen. David Koehler, D-Peoria, also requires parents to establish...
Unfortunately, mental health crisis hotline services found ineffective nationally
by Terri DeeIllinois News Connection CHICAGO - Addressing mental illness in America is a source of continued debate and a new report outlined areas in need of change. The study detailed the role of response teams in a mental health episode. Andy Wade, executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness-Illinois, sees a need to strengthen the disconnection between the 988 system and the services and facilities supporting post-crisis recovery services. "The progress has been positive but we need more," Wade asserted. "The crisis system isn't just the phone call. It's also about having a safe and appropriate mental health response, even...
Canadian sentenced in Central IL for international fraud scheme
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A man from Canada has been sentenced to more than four years in a U.S. federal prison for participating in an international fraud scheme. Prosecutors from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of Illinois said Sebastian Cheleman, 38, was sentenced on Thursday for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, which […]
Illinois Dairy Queen Locations Passing Out Dilly Bars for National Ice Cream Day
Ice cream is always a good idea, but free ice cream is a better idea. You can score some free frozen treats on National Ice Cream Day from Dairy Queen. As a Midwesterner I appreciate all four seasons of the year, in fact the one year of my life that I lived in L.A. and didn't have seasons was one of my least favorites! We need the seasons so we know when to double our ice cream intake.
Yuengling weighs in on rumors that popular beer brand is coming to Illinois
An online rumor has local beer drinkers buzzing that popular east coast brand Yuengling could be coming to Illinois soon. Yuengling is aware of the speculation, but a representative for the brand wouldn’t confirm the rumors– or even if the company plans to expand at all. “Yuengling has...
Two-year long emu chase across Central Illinois comes to an end
DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) – A two-year long chase came to an exciting conclusion yesterday when capturers Matt and Brittany Goodner put an end to the elusive “Lady Emu’s” escape across Central Illinois. It was a normal night in late July when 11 emus broke out...
Gov. Pritzker talks workforce development at SWIC campus
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker visited the Southwestern Illinois College campus to sign an executive order to improve workforce development programs, and announced a 20-million-dollar investment to create a center for those getting their associate degree at the Advanced Manufacturing Academy.
27 Illinois residents infected with dengue fever, CDC says
(WTVO) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 27 residents of Illinois have been infected with dengue fever as high levels of cases are spreading across the United States. The CDC said 17 of the reported Illinois cases are in Cook County. More than 9.7 million cases of the disease have been reported […]
Springfield mourns Sonya Massey; city and police promise swift investigation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The City of Springfield and the Springfield Police Department have released a statement extending their sympathies to the family and friends of Sonya Massey. The statement reads:. The City of Springfield and the Springfield Police Department extend their deepest sympathies to the family and friends...
Springfield Police, Lincoln Land Community College announce Cadet Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Springfield Police Department announced on Thursday they are launching a new Cadet Program in partnership with Lincoln Land Community College. The program, which will start this August, will allow currently enrolled LLCC students to apply for the “comprehensive and unique” law enforcement training program. In their announcement of the program, […]
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Receives Prestigious Travelers' Choice Award
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield has been honored with a prestigious Travelers’ Choice award from Tripadvisor, placing it among the top 10 percent of attractions worldwide. This distinction is awarded based on consistently outstanding reviews from visitors, highlighting the museum's exceptional quality and visitor experience.
Springfield firefighters quickly extinguish residential fire Friday afternoon
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Springfield Fire Department responded to a working fire Friday afternoon. The fire was at a residence in the 2000 block of S. 15th St. Springfield Fire Chief Edward Canny told WCIA reports of the fire came in just before 12:30 p.m. As of just after 1 p.m., the Springfield Fire […]
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