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Illinois teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan looks to shine at Miss Amazing Summit
ROSEMONT, Ill. - In this morning’s Good News Guarantee, the Miss Amazing National Summit is taking place this weekend in Rosemont. The program shines a spotlight on women with disabilities who go tot extraordinary lengths to help their communities. Isabella Coleman-Sullivan is the Illinois Miss Teen Amazing. She uses...
Rural student “didn’t see any changes” after Illinois LGBTQ+ history law passed
CUBA — Amber Cannon came out as nonbinary in fifth grade in rural, western Illinois. Around that time, in 2019, a new Illinois law also came out requiring public schools to teach LGBTQ+ history every year. Cannon followed the news of the law and saw little change in Cuba’s...
Illinois continues to struggle to fill vacancies on public boards, state audit shows
State boards and commissions tasked with solving some of Illinois’ biggest problems have been left with hundreds of vacancies for appointed positions and often didn’t have enough members to conduct business, a report released last month from the state auditor general found. The report covered a two-year period ending in 2022, but many of the issues in filling seats on boards and commissions ...
Raoul says Illinois gun ban should remain in place
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said the attempted assassination of former President Trump demonstrates why the state’s gun ban should remain in place. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas wrote that Illinois’ ban is ‘highly suspect because it broadly prohibits common semiautomatic firearms used for lawful purposes.”
‘Sip and Socialize: A Gathering in the Gardens’ Thursday at Marion’s Mandala Gardens
MARION – The Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois’ “Sip and Socialize: A Gathering in the Gardens” event will be held at the Marion Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mandala Gardens on State Street. At the event there will...
Southern Illinois Back to School Expo serves Heartland families
MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - On Saturday, July 27, families from anywhere in the Heartland can attend an event aimed at making the return to the classroom easier. The Southern Illinois Back to School Expo is happening from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Pavilion in Marion, Illinois. The event...
Marion Ministerial Alliance ‘Will Rock for Food’ Fundraiser Featuring Pablo Cruise This Saturday
MARION – The Marion Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen will host its only fundraiser, “Will Rock for Food,” featuring 70s Yacht Rock sensation, Pablo Cruise, this Saturday night at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center. JR Russell, with the Marion Ministerial Alliance, recently spoke with...
Central Illinois Isolated Storms Expected Through Wednesday
Springfield, IL – Central Illinois residents can expect a mix of isolated thunderstorms and mild temperatures through Wednesday. According to the US National Weather Service Central Illinois, daily highs will range from the lower to mid-80s, with isolated to scattered thunderstorms persisting until midweek. Monday’s forecast predicts isolated thunderstorms...
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...
Centerstone hosting Life;Story 5K walk and run in Marion, Ill.
MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - Centerstone, a national nonprofit provider of mental health and substance use disorder services, will be holding its second annual Life;Story 5K walk and run in September. The event will take place on Saturday, September 7 in Marion, Illinois at the Harry L. Crisp Sports Complex. The...
Black bear sightings in Marion, IL
MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – A black bear has been seen roaming around Marion, Illinois. The bear was spotted in Marion on Saturday. Law enforcement reminds people to not approach the bear. If it comes up to you or you get close to it, make loud noises and make yourself...
$422 Million Prepayment: Illinois Comptroller’s Proactive Move to Boost Pension Fund Returns – Enhancing Financial Stability!
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza’s early pension payment and Governor J.B. Pritzker’s extended funding plan aim to improve the state’s troubled pension system and address its growing debt. Illinois Comptroller’s Early Pension Payment and Governor’s Extended Funding Plan Aim to Fix State’s Pension System According to the report of The Center Square, Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza […]
Carterville’s Flath & O’Fallon’s Lunning Finish GREAT runs at Jr Gold
Carterville’s Evan Flath and O’Fallon’s Connor Lunning were amazing over the past week competing with 1331 athletes in the U18 boys division at Jr Gold in the Detroit area. Both advanced to the 2nd round of advancers in the top 64 in the entire division before their...
Golf tournament raises funds for kids across southern Illinois
BENTON, IL — The local community is golfing for a cause to raise money for kids in southern Illinois. The 33rd Annual Fundraiser and Golf Scramble starts at 7 a.m. on Monday, July 22, at the Franklin County Country Club south of West Frankfort, raising money for the Coats for Kids program.
Sunday Night Swatting Incident in Carrier Mills under Investigation
CARRIER MILLS – A swatting incident is under investigation in Saline County. Carrier Mills Police Chief Scott Isaacs says the Saline County Sheriff’s Office received a phone call around 8:15 Sunday night from an individual who had claimed he had shot and killed his father. The caller further...
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