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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...
Illinois Home To One Of Most Expensive Colleges In America
In recent years, the dream of earning a degree from a top-tier university has become increasingly elusive, as tuition costs have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. The financial burden of pursuing higher education is now a critical concern for students and families alike, forcing many to reconsider their academic aspirations. College...
Prosecutors Ask Court to Reject Effort to Sever Upcoming Racketeering Trials of Michael Madigan, Michael McClain
Federal prosecutors argued ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan and his longtime confidant and current co-defendant Michael McClain should not be tried separately later this year, as it would give each man the ability to “blame a missing person.”. Prosecutors late Tuesday filed their response to McClain, whose attorneys last...
Illinois Residents Raised Cicada Appreciation to an Art Form. Check Out the Winners of a Statewide Contest
Prepare to get all nostalgic for the extremely recent past. Back in May, when Illinois’ historic dual emergence of periodical cicada broods was all anyone could talk about, the state sent out a call for submissions to a cicada-themed art contest. Well, the insects are long gone, but the...
Government spends millions to open grocery stores in food deserts. The real test is their survival
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Food Truck Experts Claim This is By Far the Best One in Illinois
The world needs more food trucks. Illinois is fortunate to already have some great ones, but there is one that apparently rises above the rest according to food truck experts. It looks like this is a brand new ranking just shared this month by Best Food Trucks. They list what they believe are the 10 best food trucks in Illinois and this is the one that they have at #1. They specialize in this delicious food called arepas.
South suburban airport could bring over $1B in economic activity, per report
A new airport in Chicago’s far south suburbs could bring thousands of jobs and a $1 billion economic impact, according to a new report, but state and local officials expressed concerns about the future of the long-delayed project. A study from the Illinois Economic Policy Institute, a think tank...
Chocolate Chip Cookies in Illinois Suddenly Under Urgent Recall
There are three qualifiers for this warning. First, you need to live in Illinois. Second, you must have a craving for chocolate chip cookies. Third, if you have allergies, know that there's suddenly an urgent recall for a line of chocolate chip cookies that are widely available in Illinois due to a potentially life-threatening issue.
World of Outlaws Late Models Start Road to World Finals With Final Visit to Illinois, Iowa For 2024
HIGHLAND, IL (August 12, 2024) – The race towards the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models championship marks a final trip to the Land of Lincoln and Hawkeye State in 2024. Visiting two states synonymous with dirt racing lore, the Series regulars will race four nights at...
Accident on US 41 between car and ambulance
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— UPDATE: According to the Vigo County Sheriff’s Department, the wreck occurred around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. The ambulance was from Parke County and was traveling southbound on U.S. Highway 41 near Head Avenue with its lights and siren activated. According to Chief Deputy Steve Meng, the ambulance was approaching a southbound […]
Childcare Research Committee Holds Meeting Monday
The Childcare Research Committee held their regular meeting Monday and helped newly appointed County Board member Mike Buzzard get acclimated to his new role on the various committees that were formerly held by Elizabeth Huston, who resigned a few weeks ago. The Committee announced that while they have no new...
Danville church sends students back to school in style
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The first day back at school will be coming with an extra bit of style, thanks to a Danville community church. As part of their annual giveaway, Mosaic City Church had local barbers at the Palmer Arena to give kids of all ages free haircuts. The church was also handing out […]
September's Lake Decatur boat race cancelled
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — The city of Decatur announced that boat racing will not be returning to Lake Decatur this September. The decision came after a successful return of boat racing to the lake this past June when thousands flocked to Nelson Park and the shoreline of Lake Decatur for Hardy’s Highway: Race for the Lake.
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