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Illinois To Host World’s Largest Karaoke Party
If you like to sing in front of a crowd, then this party in Illinois is perfect for you. World's Largest Karaoke Party At Illinois Concert Venue. Even though I don't do it very often, I enjoy doing some karaoke. The first time I ever did it was in Rockford at the original JMK location at Mulford and Spring Creek. I did "Born To Be Wild." Nowadays, my go-to tune is "Don't Stop Believin'"
GROSS! Illinois Will Experience A “Bug Boom” This Summer
With warmer-than-average weather sweeping across Illinois, residents are noticing a surge in bug and insect activity. The unseasonable temperatures have created an ideal environment for these critters to thrive, leading to an unexpected influx in homes and gardens. In Illinois, in addition, to the warmer temperatures, we've also experienced more...
Garden of the Gods Temporarily closing starting Monday
HEROD, Ill. (WJPF) – Garden of the Gods will be temporarily closed beginning Monday July 29th. The closure is necessary for pavement repairs, which will include obliterating, reshaping, and resurfacing Forest Service roads and parking lots. Those repairs will take approximately two to four weeks depending on weather. Trails...
Several injured in Caruthersville, Mo. shooting; police found crowd of nearly 500 people on scene
CARUTHERSVILLE, Mo. (KFVS) - An investigation is underway in Caruthersville, Missouri after several people were shot early Sunday morning, July 28. According to the Caruthersville Police Department, officers were called around 1 a.m. to the area of 7th Street near 20th St. for a possible shooting. The Caruthersville police chief...
Northern Illinois Thunderstorms: Heavy Rain and Flooding Risks South of I-80
Chicago, IL – Rain and embedded thunderstorms are forecasted to sweep across northern Illinois today, with the potential for minor flooding south of I-80. Areas such as Kankakee, Pontiac, and Paxton could see heavy rainfall, leading to slowed morning commutes and localized flooding. According to the National Weather Service...
Illinois Beware! Latest Phone Scam Could Drain Your Bank Account
You can't deny that technology has made our lives easier and in some ways more efficient, putting everything we need in the palm of our hands. But, that also means when someone is able to take control of these devices, it can wreak havoc on our lives. Scams You Need...
YOUR FIRST ALERT: Heavy rainfall, severe weather potential
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Monday and Tuesday as we’re concerned about the additional rainfall the rest of today, tonight and into Tuesday. This event is not like July 2022 where rainfall up to 11 inches fell across areas of Eastern...
Illinois Braces for Severe Thunderstorms and Heat Indexes of 112 Degrees
Lincoln, IL – Illinois residents should prepare for a week of severe weather as occasional thunderstorms and extreme heat are expected to hit the region. The National Weather Service Central Illinois reports that strong to severe thunderstorms are possible, especially on Monday afternoon and evening, as well as Tuesday night.
Eastern Missouri and Kentucky Forecast: Scattered Storms, Dangerous Heat Ahead
Paducah, KY – Eastern Missouri and Kentucky residents are preparing for a week of extreme weather as scattered showers and thunderstorms will give way to oppressive heat. The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky, forecasts showers and thunderstorms from Sunday through Monday, with a lower chance of rain persisting through the rest of the week.
Across Missouri, cannabis lounges take root in a 'wild wild west' of marijuana regulations
As the marijuana industry blooms in Missouri, entrepreneurs seek to provide new avenues for consumers in cannabis lounges. The Treehouse Lounge, a cannabis lounge outside of Nixa, opened in November 2023 and eventually hopes to expand its presence across the state. “We're eventually trying to get to an area where...
International baseball! Colt World Series continues in Marion
MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - 10 teams from five nations continue to battle it out in an international baseball showdown. Six squads from the United States joined teams from Mexico, Nicaragua, Japan, and the Czech Republic in the Colt World Series. The tournament takes place in Mountain Dew Park in Marion, from Friday, July 26 to Wednesday, July 31.
Garden of the Gods to close for necessary repaving
SALINE COUNTY, Ill. (WEVV) — Officials with the Shawnee National Forest announce Garden of the Gods will be temporarily closed to make necessary road repairs. Beginning on Monday, July 28th, crews will begin obliterating, reshaping, and resurfacing Forest Service roads and parking lots. The closure also includes Pharaoh Campground.
Pocahontas sweeps at Fort Wayne City Swim Meet
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - It was a full house as usual at Helen P. Brown Natatorium for the city swim meet finals as Pocahontas won the combined team, boys and girls titles. Exactly 11 teams were in search of the title, which was won last year by Autumn Ridge. Their win snapped a run of seven straight victories by Pine Valley.
Silent protest in East St. Louis honors Sonya Massey while marking a historic day
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. (First Alert 4) - The squeak of walker wheels and the clack of shoes on hot pavement were the sounds of a protest on Sunday in East St. Louis. Silence was the goal as community members organized by the NAACP marched down State Street in commeration of the 1917 Silent Parade.
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