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Tied at 21: Illinois, Louisiana, Utah
Hurricane Mills, TN Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship (Loretta Lynn's)Amateur National Motocross Championship. We’re starting to get into the powerhouse states for amateur motocross in America in the Scott Sports Countdown to the 2024 Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch. Each day we’re tracking the titles that each state (and some countries and U.S. territories) has won at the ranch since 1982, the first year of the big race being held in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. (And here’s a nod to the pre-Loretta Lynn’s Champions who raced the old AMA Youth and Amateur Nationals, from 1974-’81. We are working on a Vault for those results as well.)
Community rallies for Sonya Massey; family meets with Sangamon Co. authorities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Protestors have gathered outside the NAACP building Wednesday afternoon to rally for a woman killed in a deputy-involved shooting. The family of Sonya Massey is viewing the body camera footage inside. Sonya Massey was killed after calling 911 for a prowler near her home earlier this month, police said. WCIA has […]
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
Crime Stoppers seeks help to ID suspects in Springfield card theft
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Springfield Police Department in identifying two individuals who reference stolen credit cards. On May 4th the victim reported that his wallet which contained various debit cards and cash had been lost while fishing near Bridgeview Beach House at Lake Springfield.
North Mac’s Jersey West wins championship at Drysdale
On July 11, incoming North Mac High School junior Jersey West won a championship at the Drysdale Golf Tournament in Springfield for the second year in a row. After claiming the title of the 14-15 age division in 2023, West dethroned defending champion and Rochester graduate Kiley Torres 3-up-2 on the final day in the 16-18 competition. West is a member of the NMHS girls’ golf team. Her teammate Taylor Keirs also competed at Drysdale but lost to Torres 2-up-1 in the 16-18 semifinal round. Photo courtesy of the North Mac CUSD #34 Athletics and Student Activites Facebook page.
Springfield High grad Ben Hartl says he's ready for next step with Texas Rangers
Another Springfield native heard his name called in this year’s MLB Draft. Ben Hartl, a 2021 Springfield High graduate, was selected by the defending World Series champion Texas Rangers in the 14th round on Tuesday. He was primarily targeted as a catcher after concluding his junior year at University of Kansas. He finished...
Downtown Springfield victims of June fire get funds for recovery
Last month, a fire in downtown Springfield destroyed several businesses and impacted nearby residents. Now, the victims are set to receive more than $18,000 from their community to help get them back on their feet.
'A hard decision.' What went into popular Springfield festival being put on hiatus
Logan Elliott of Modesto describes himself as a major music fan who has supported the Old Capitol Blues & BBQ through the years. "It's a great draw for people," Elliott said recently. "You really do hate to see it go. But I know the volunteer effort it takes to put it on." Barry Friedman,...
Mattoon Firefighters prevent trailer fire from spreading to neighbors
MATTOON, Ill. (WTWO/WAWV) — Firefighters in the city of Mattoon were dispatched to a trailer fire Wednesday morning. According to a release from Mattoon Fire Chief Jeff Hilligoss, the call came in at 7:30 a.m. for a structure fire at 609 Marion. When firefighters arrived they found a single wide house trailer was partially engulfed […]
National Weather Service Confirms Three EF-1 Tornadoes In Quad Cities Area
(Davenport, IA) -- The National Weather Service is confirming at least three tornados touched down in the QCA from Monday's derecho. Andy Ervin with the National Weather Service says one moved through Davenport into Bettendorf before crossing the Mississippi River into Illinois. Another was on the ground for eight miles between Taylor Ridge and Andover. A third touched down near Kewanee.
VIDEO: Illinois Republicans decry Biden’s border policies, Chicago crime
(The Center Square) – Illinois Republicans are making the case for more public safety in the Land of Lincoln while attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Tuesday’s theme at the RNC was “Make America Safe Again.” Earlier in the day, Illinois Republicans gathered for their breakfast off site. U.S. Rep. Mary Miller, R-Hindsboro, said the Biden administration’s open border is allowing crime, drugs, human trafficking and terrorists in. ...
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