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“Heat Advisory” Issued for the Area
(Undated) – Hot and humid weather is forecast for the listening area. According to the National Weather Service “Hazardous Weather Outlook,” hot and humid conditions will continue through tomorrow, with afternoon heat index values from 100 to 105 degrees. They say additional thunderstorms are expected tomorrow into early Wednesday and there is some potential for strong to severe storms during this period. Stay tuned to Classic Hits, WTYE, for the latest weather information.
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...
Illinois delegates in Milwaukee say JD Vance ‘will bring a lot of energy’ to GOP ticket
MILWAUKEE — Illinois delegates to the Republican National Convention on Monday said former President Donald Trump’s choice of U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate provides another shot of adrenaline to an already energized campaign while also giving a boost to the GOP ticket in a key Midwestern state. “He understands the Beltway, so he brings a lot of that knowledge with him. But he ...
Central Illinois Braces for Potential Tornadoes, Damaging Winds Tonight
Central Illinois – Severe thunderstorms are forecasted to track southeast across central Illinois tonight, posing significant risks to residents. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Central Illinois has issued a warning for damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes, with the primary storm window between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m.
Earthquake Rattles Far Western Suburbs Early This Morning
In the early hours of Monday morning, at approximately 2:53 a.m., a minor earthquake struck about 2 kilometers northwest of Somonauk, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). While there were no reports of damage, the tremor was felt in parts of the western Chicago suburbs, including Yorkville and Oswego.
Alarming Number of Dengue Fever Cases in Illinois, CDC Warns
It might just be the most urgent health issue in America right now and it's especially becoming a big problem for Illinois. The CDC is warning about an explosion of cases of dengue fever and Illinois is among the states with the most incidents. Dengue fever is a virus that...
State employment at record high, restored to pre-pandemic levels
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — The number of state employees in Indiana has recovered from pandemic lows and superseded pre-pandemic records with over 32,000 Hoosiers employed by state government agencies. There were 32,075 employees working for 80 different state agencies and departments as of July 12, according to the Indiana Transparency Portal. This count is the highest […]
Work Continues on Various Vincennes Projects, With Funding Sought For More
The City of Vincennes continues to plan for more road improvements– even while the current round of road work is wrapping up. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum says the latest city application for state funds has been submitted. Mayor Yochum also reminds everyone road work is not the only improvements going on now in Vincennes.
Illinois quick hits: Earthquake shakes Illinois; researchers look into cicada damage; sinkhole grows in Alton
Parts of northern Illinois shook Monday as a 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck in the early morning hours. The earthquake was centered northwest of the DeKalb County village of Somonauk. According to the United States Geological Survey, the trembler had an estimated depth of about 6 miles. The earthquake could be felt as far as Joliet.
ISP: 1 shot, killed by Marion officer during warrant arrest struggle
GRANT COUNTY, Ind. — Officials with the Indiana State Police are investigating after a man was killed by a Marion police officer early Monday morning during a warrant arrest that allegedly turned into a struggle. According to a post on social media by Steven Glass with the Indiana State Police, officials are investigating an officer-involved […]
High-end Tornado Watch issued for SW Michigan, Gusts up to 90 mph possible
A tornado watch has been issued across northern Illinois into southwest Lower Michigan and northwest Indiana. Intense severe weather is ongoing in Iowa and Illinois at 8:00 p.m. and heading east. The Michigan counties in the tornado watch are Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Cass, Kalamazoo and Van Buren. The tornado watch...
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