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DeKalb man accused of attempted murder while on parole
DEKALB, Ill. (WIFR) - DeKalb police arrested a man for attempted murder after officials with the United States Marshals Service found him in Chicago. On June 23, DeKalb police responded to 820 S. Kimberly Dr. where they found a man with a gunshot wound to the back. He was taken to a hospital for emergency medical care.
Microsoft to consider building data center in Cherry Valley
CHERRY VALLEY, Ill. (WTVO) — Microsoft is looking to expand by possibly building a new data center in Cherry Valley. The tech giant will reveal more details about its plans for the Stateline at an open house in the Tebala Event Center from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The village said Microsoft will give a […]
Local first responders get a place to work together during major emergencies
CHERRY VALLEY, Ill. (WTVO) — There is now a space for first responders from across the Stateline to work together in case of a major emergency. Local leaders cut the ribbon on the new unified command center on Friday. It is located inside Cherry Valley’s village hall. Multiple agencies from Winnebago and Boone Counties can […]
New Batavia Neighborhood Parks To Be Dedicated on August 24th
The Batavia community will soon be able to visit and enjoy two new neighborhood parks as Batavia Park District is hosting two park dedications on Aug. 24. Peter Frieders Park on the east side of Batavia, and Coventry Park on the west side, have been developed as passive green spaces in their respective neighborhoods. Each park offers an open space for individuals and families to walk their dog, enjoy a picnic or even throw around a football.
Celebrate The Flavors Of Fall At Festival Of The Vine
Savor the flavor of Geneva during Festival of the Vine, our autumn harvest celebration. Initially a celebration of anything grown on a vine, the festival now revolves around food and wine. The main event runs Friday to Sunday, Sept. 6-8 on Fourth and James streets in Downtown Geneva. A variety...
Geneva Street Program Update - Aug. 16
The City's contractor, Geneva Construction, will be working on eight road resurfacing and drainage projects as part of the Geneva 2024 street program. Work began in mid-August and is expected to be completed in November, weather permitting. A map and project locations can be found online. Aug. 16 Update. After...
This Bear Tried to Break into Scott Air Force Base in Illinois
I had no idea that black bears had military aspirations, but that's apparently the case for one of these creatures currently touring Illinois as he reportedly tried to break into Scott Air Force Base. It's no secret that bears have suddenly become a common sight in southern Illinois as there...
This Is When Illinois And Wisconsin Will Get The First Frost This Year
Fall is right on our doorstep. Kids are heading back to school, Spirit Halloween stores are opening for the season, and we're less than a month away from Labor Day. The yearly August argument is strong on social media right now. Some hang on to pool season and embrace the Dog Days of Summer. Others jump right into Spooky Season and all things pumpkin.
Illinois Town Dubbed ‘Worst Drivers’ In America, 1 City in Top 12
Be cautious when driving through this Illinois town because it has some of the worst drivers in America. When we thought Illinois couldn't make anymore embarrassing lists, think again. We've been named one of the worst states to call home, for middle class families, and most likely to fall for scams. We can't catch a break!
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.
If you thought cicadas were bad, what comes after might be worse
Ill. (WTVO) — If you thought cicadas were bad earlier this summer just wait for the bugs that come after. The significant presence of cicadas in Illinois this summer, resulting from the emergence of two broods, has provided a feast for Oak Leaf Itch Mites preying on the remnants of their eggs. This kind of […]
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.
Rep. Spain Bill to Improve Revitalization Efforts
Legislation carried in the Illinois House of Representatives by Deputy House Minority Leader Ryan Spain has been signed into law by Governor JB Pritzger. The legislation, Senate Bill 2936, expands a property tax abatement process to improve investment opportunities. “This legislation presents an opportunity to spur economic development and investment...
Indy 500 Winner Newgarden Favored at Illinois GP
The IndyCar Series’ summer break is over, and the grid is set for Round 13 at the World Wide Technology Raceway (WWT Raceway) in Madison, Ill. Colton Herta ended a two-year win drought last time out in Toronto, the final street course event of the season. This weekend’s oval event is the first of four in the final five races, and the 2024 Illinois GP odds favor the top oval racer in the series.
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