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Gov. Pritzker, Illinois Democratic leaders endorse Kamala Harris for president
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and state Democratic Party leaders are endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president Monday, one day after President Joe Biden announced he was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Harris himself. The endorsements from Pritzker and state Democratic leaders come about a month before the Democratic National Convention […]
4YOU: Kloss Furniture holds fundraisers, drives for Southside ECC
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Kloss Furniture is proud to sponsor 4YOU, supporting SouthSide Early Childhood Center. As part of their sponsorship, Kloss is holding several drives and fundraisers at their stores in July, August, and September. Each event takes place at one of the four Kloss Furniture...
Illinois deputy showed shooting, killing Springfield woman in newly released body camera footage
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Body camera footage detailing the moments before and after an Illinois sheriff's deputy recently shot and killed a Springfield woman was released Monday. The footage shows now-former Deputy Sean Grayson, 30 and white, pulling his gun on Sonya Massey, 36 and Black, in her Springfield, Illinois, home after deputies responded to her 911 call about a possible prowler on July 6. Grayson has since been charged with first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, and official misconduct in the shooting and is in custody without bond.
Hazardous waste collection coming to Central Illinois in September
BLOOMINGTON – If you have hazardous waste, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is making it easier for you to get rid of it. The Illinois EPA is hosting numerous hazardous waste collections in partnership with local governments this fall. On Sept. 28, you can get rid of your waste at McLean County Fairgrounds in Bloomington.
Staggering IRS Data Shows 262,000 People Fled Illinois in 1 Year
I'm no math genius, but this is a stunning number of people who said goodbye to Illinois in just one calendar year. New data just shared by the IRS reveals more than a quarter million residents left the Land of Lincoln recently. I saw this story today by Wirepoint which...
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...
Illinois and Wisconsin Kids Invited to Bring Their Small Businesses to August Market
Are your kids obsessed with making friendship bracelets? Hosting lemonade stands? Turn their hobbies into cash this August in Rockton, Illinois. When I think back to being a kid and wanting to earn a few extra bucks, I land on a memory of my friends and I creating some sort of dog's baby-sitting service.
SWATTING INCIDENT IN CARRIER MILLS SUNDAY UNDER INVESTIGATION
Authorities in Saline County are currently investigating a disturbing swatting incident that unfolded recently. The incident began with a misleading phone call received by the Saline County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday night around 8:15 PM. The caller falsely claimed to have shot and killed his father, adding that he was armed, barricaded in a residence near Carrier Mills High School, and prepared to harm any law enforcement officer who responded.
Carbondale Police seeking public assistance in locating missing person
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - The City of Carbondale Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing woman. According to the Carbondale Police Department, 20-year-old Mandy Pope was last seen in the 1000 block of East Walnut at about 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 20. Pope is...
A shooting is under investigation in Carbondale
CARBONDALE, Ill. (WJPF) – Police in Carbondale are investigating a shooting. Officers were in the 700 block of S. Lewis Lane on the afternoon of July 20. They cleared the area within a couple of hours and stated there was no threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing.
SIU Athletics unveils their 2024 Saluki Hall of Fame class
CARBONDALE, Ill. – The Southern Illinois University Department of Athletics announced its 2024 Saluki Hall of Fame class today. The distinguished class will be formally inducted in a ceremony on Friday, Oct. 11, and then make public appearances during Homecoming festivities on Saturday, Oct. 12. The 2024 six-person class...
What’s in a name: Wham Education Building
Connected to the waist of Pulliam Hall is a building that houses a history of education. As with most things rich in history, there is more than meets the eye. Still a muse of inspiration, the Wham Education Building is the location of a new Welcome Center, has inspired puns through campus culture, and is named in the spirit of George D. Wham who was dean of faculty after a 32-year tenure at SIUC.
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