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Jewish groups and Illinois congressman question Kamala Harris’ support for Israel
(The Center Square) – An Illinois congressman and a Jewish nonprofit group share their concerns about Vice President and presidential candidate Kamala Harris' absence during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress last month. Darin LaHood, who serves on the House Intelligence Committee, said he thinks it was disrespectful and un-American for his colleagues and Harris to not be in attendance for the address. LaHood mentioned that Senate President Pro Tempore Patty Murray and 100 of 212 House Democrats didn’t show up. ...
Rory Hoskins on being a Democratic National Convention delegate
On Aug. 5, a majority of Democratic delegates from around the United States voted during a virtual roll call to name Vice President Kamala Harris the presidential candidate for their party. As more than 170 of those delegates from Illinois prepare to attend the Democratic National Convention Aug. 19 through...
Update on Union Health/Terre Haute Regional Hospital merger
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A review of Union Health’s proposed acquisition of Terre Haute Regional Hospital has begun. Union Health signed an agreement to acquire Terre Haute Regional Hospital all the way back in September 2023. Nearly a year later, the state review process is now underway. The Indiana Department of Health has received […]
Crash at Dairy Queen intersection
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— A crash happened this afternoon right at the intersection in front of the Dairy Queen on Davis Drive. According to a reporter on the scene, a wreck occurred at the intersection of South 4th Street and Davis Drive around 12:30 p.m. After speaking with THPD’s Sgt. Sears, it appears that two […]
Taylor Swift Performance A Possibility For Illini Football Season Ticket Holders
The Illinois Fighting Illini announced that students who purchase season tickets by Aug. 28th have the chance to win two tickets to see Taylor Swift in concert on Nov. 3.
Crumbl Cookies opening Champaign location
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Crumbl Cookies will open its doors to Champaign-Urbana next week. The 2005 South Neil Street location will hold its grand opening on Friday, August 23. The building used to house Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery. Crumbl Cookies originated in Utah in 2017. The company has since opened more than 800 locations nationwide […]
Downtown Decatur Music Festival to feature headliners and local talent
August 12, 2024 –The Downtown Decatur Music Festival will take place on August 30-31, offering a weekend of live music, food, and community activities. The event will include performances by local and regional bands, with headliners Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band on Friday and Marbin on Saturday. The...
Furever Family: Champaign County Humane Society “Clear the Shelters” event
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The “Clear the Shelters” event is a nationwide initiative aimed at finding loving homes for animals in shelters. Joining ciLiving today with all the details from the Champaign County Humane Society, is Daniella Misa, Adoption Supervisor. From Champaign County Humane Society:. Our upcoming...
One step closer to the Noblesville Event Center becoming a reality
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — Big things are coming for the City of Noblesville in the next few years. It’s all part of new innovative developments on the city’s east side. One of the biggest developments in the works right now is the new Noblesville Event Center. The new facility has been in the works for the […]
Indiana Attorney General taking legal action against Monroe County Sheriff’s Office over enforcement of immigration rules
MONROE COUNTY, Ind. — A new complaint filed by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita claims the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is not properly enforcing federal immigration laws. The complaint indicates MCSO and Sheriff Ruben Marte “violated Indiana law by implementing a policy which limits or restricts the enforcement of federal immigration laws to less than […]
Vincennes utility rates remain steady
Much of Monday’s Vincennes City Council meeting was dominated by discussion surrounding the city’s utilities. Every four years, a utility rate study is conducted to determine if current utility rates are keeping up with current and future needs as well as meeting operations, maintenance, taxes and debt service.
Massive Pro Pulling and Drag Racing Event Happening in Indiana August 23-24
A really fun event is taking place in Indiana the weekend of August 23rd and 24th, and WKDQ has a chance for you to score tickets!. The Scheid Diesel Extravaganza is a huge event that draws in folks from all over to watch pro-pulling and drag racing, with events taking place all weekend long. The event is set to take place on August 23rd and 24th in Lyons, Indiana. Lyons is a small town around an hour and a half from the Evansville area, but it's worth the drive for this event because the Scheid Diesel Extravaganza is HUGE!
Candy Sold at Major Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Retailers Under Urgent Recall
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded a recall of nearly two dozen candies and snacks sold at major retailers; ones that are very prominent in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. This is an urgent recall, for the products in question can cause serious illness, and in rare cases, death.
80/94 FlexRoad Meetings in Indiana and Illinois
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) says two public meetings are this week for the 80/94 FlexRoad project to improve traffic flow and safety along Indiana’s busiest interstate corridor. The first is Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at the Hammond Sportsplex and Community Center; the other is Thursday August 15, 2024, at the Irwin Community Center in Homewood, Illinois. Both are 5:30 to 7 pm with a presentation at 6. FlexRoad includes 14 miles of the Borman Expressway from Interstate 65 in Gary to Illinois 394 in Cook County. INDOT says strategies include dynamic shoulder lanes and variable speed limits, and improvements are planned at I65 and Broadway. Find more information at IndianaFlexRoad.com .
Illinois, Iowa Preparing for Dangerous Storms and a Lot of Rain
It's been a while since we've had rain, but that's about to change over the next 48 hours. According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, the Rockford region could get severe storms late Wednesday night (8/14) that could continue through the start of the weekend. Storms and...
It’s About Time: Illinois Now Has An Official State…Mushroom
Well, if you're going to do something, go big. That appears to be exactly what Illinois has done with the announcement of a new official state mushroom, Calvatia gigantea, also known as the Giant Puffball mushroom. If you've never heard of the Giant Puffball mushroom, you probably think that this...
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