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College Basketball Powerhouses Get Huge Thanksgiving Matchup On CBS
The 2024-25 college basketball season is still months away. However, it's never too early to start marking those calendars with some marquee matchups. While Thanksgiving Day usually belongs to the NFL, there is a college basketball showdown that should catch everybody's attention. It was ...
Decatur family is homeless no more, thanks to non-profit
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A non-profit organization in Decatur is finished with its new home for one homeless family. The project showcased the Decatur community working together to provide a special need for the less fortunate. Empowerment Opportunity Center (EOC) Specialist Reese Caldwell is someone who works closely with the candidates. “That’s the reason why […]
ISU names suite at CEFCU Arena for Andy Butler, one of the 'Redbird 7'
Illinois State University will rename a suite at CEFCU Arena in honor of Andy Butler. Butler was one of the so-called "Redbird 7" who died in a plane crash on April 7, 2015, while returning home from the NCAA college basketball championship game in Indianapolis. The seven men are permanently memorialized outside the north entrance of CEFCU Arena, along with a plaque on the concourse.
Top of the Morning, Aug. 15, 2024
Aug. 15—Organizers cooked up a delicious idea to celebrate this weekend's 30th Apple Dumpling Festival along Main Street in Atwood. The first 30 attendees with IDs to show they were born in 1994 — Year 1 of the popular festival — will receive a homemade apple dumpling. The scrumptious giveaways start around noon Friday at the Atwood Chamber of Commerce booth. The pastries are baked by the ...
Ritz theater holds movie night under the stars
ROCKVILLE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) —The Ritz Theatre in Rockville, IN is hosting movie night with a twist, Saturday night. They will be showing two movies under the stars. The double feature includes the 2002 “Lilo and Stitch” movie and the movie “Hook” from 1991. There will...
5 new restaurants move into Purdue's Memorial Union as new semester begins
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Just over two years after the Purdue Memorial Union unveiled a $47 million facelift to its underground restaurant and retail area, the space is seeing another wave of changes as a new school year begins. Of the 12 restaurant and retail options in the Memorial Union's basement, five have been replaced. The five restaurants leaving are BBQ District, Burger 101, Chef Bill Kim's, Fresh Fare and Pizza & Parm Shop. ...
Drug Nitazene Found in Central Indiana, Linked to Fatal Overdose
FISHERS, IND — A new drug called nitazene, stronger than fentanyl, has appeared in Central Indiana. It was recently connected to a fatal overdose. The Hamilton County Coroner says nitazene is sometimes called the “Frankenstein Drug” because of its potency. Nitazene was found in a 39-year-old man who died. The coroner said the first toxicology […] The post Drug Nitazene Found in Central Indiana, Linked to Fatal Overdose appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
Illinois State Fair Sees Record-Breaking Crowd for Hip-Hop Icon
A Hip-Hop Icon electrified the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday night setting an all-time attendance record. Rapper Lil' Wayne performed for an impressive 15,427 fans which surpassed the previous record of 15,329 set by Jason Aldean in 2011. The rapper's performance not only captivated the crowd but also highlighted the fair's growing appeal.
Hundreds of Big Lots stores set to close, including several in Illinois and Indiana
Discount retailer Big Lots is set to close over 300 stores nationwide as the company grapples with continued financial issues that have clouded the once-thriving chain's future. A filing with the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission from late last month noted that the retailer could close up to 315 stores...
House Democrats used heavy-handed tactics in infamous disputed election fight, party lawyer says
Former members of Congress generally emphasize their bipartisan credentials. Instead of discussing pitched battles of years past pitting Democrats against Republicans and vice versa, they’re prone to reminisce instead about legislation they sponsored, foreign travel with lawmakers from the opposition party, and other efforts to work across the aisle. But ask any House Republican who […]
Mid-August update: 2025 Indiana basketball recruiting board
With the start of the fall semester on the horizon, it’s time to update the ITH 2025 Indiana basketball recruiting board. In the latest version of our 2025 Indiana basketball recruiting board, we’ve removed a few prospects who recently eliminated the Hoosiers from consideration, including Malachi Moreno. Four...
Illinois quick hits: Cucumber recall issued; sinkhole impacted Alton park to reopen
Cucumber recall issued Cucumbers in Illinois and 30 other states are being recalled after hundreds of people have reported illnesses linked to salmonella. The CDC identified that 449 people were ill after eating salmonella-laden cucumbers and 125 people were hospitalized. No one has died from illnesses linked to the cucumbers. One of the sources was...
Ride for a mission to help individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities
PARIS, Ill. (WCIA) — It’s a motorcycle ride on a mission to help those with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Joining ciLiving to invite the public to attend the annual motorcycle ride fundraiser is founder of Bikers for Abilities, Stacy Flick. Social Media Links.
20th annual power of the purse fundraiser planned for September
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) —The United Way of the Wabash Valley is having their 20th annual Power of the Purse fundraiser in September. This year the event will be a luncheon at Hulman Center with food samples provided by local restaurants. There will be a silent auction to bid on purses, as well as a live auction and a raffle.
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