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Prep sports recap for Aug. 23, 2024
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The high school football season in Illinois officially kicks off on Aug. 30. But some teams got a jump start on the season playing ‘Week Zero’ games Friday night. The Illinois High School Association now allows teams to play limited scrimmages against an opponent. Each team is allowed 12 offensive plays […]
Public service campaign blasts Kamala Harris’ electric vehicle agenda
(The Center Square) – It is Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s lofty goal to have one million electric vehicles on Illinois roads in less than six years, and now a public service campaign is critical of his political party’s EV agenda. The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) has launched an ad campaign called “Driver’s Seat” that highlights Vice President Kamala Harris’ support for a 100% ban on sales of new gas cars in the U.S. The campaign is part of AFPM’s eight-figure issue campaign to...
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
Illinois Supreme Court upholds unconstitutionality of Democrats' law banning slating of candidates
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois Supreme Court on Friday upheld a lower court ruling that tossed out a law barring political parties from choosing candidates for the General Assembly when they had no one run in a primary. The court’s decision was not based on the merits of the case: Two justices recused themselves from deliberations, and the court was unable to get four votes needed to render a valid opinion. The law, which was approved by majority Democrats and Gov. J.B. Pritzker in May, stopped the long tradition of parties “slating” candidates. Designed to help Democrats in the November election, it effectively prevented Republicans from drafting candidates after no one appeared in the ballot in the March primary. Draftees were eligible as long as they collect the required number of petition signatures by a June 3 deadline.
Deadline for Summer EBT fast approaching
The deadline for enrollment for 2024 Summer EBT benefits is Aug. 31. Summer EBT, also known as Sun Bucks, provides families with school-aged children with a one-time benefit of $120 for summer groceries per eligible child. Benefits are benefits distributed on an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card. “This benefit is...
WATCH: Guy Swears He Has Video Proof There’s a Dome Over Illinois
This just in. You might be living in a real life Matrix. Don't believe me? A guy swears he has video proof that there's a dome over Illinois. This brand new video share made me chuckle a little bit and I'm not trying to give the guy who shared this a hard time. To say that I don't understand everything I see in the skies above Illinois and Missouri is an understatement. His video entitled "Dome spotted in Illinois!!" is interesting.
CWLP warns of spoof email circulating
City Water, Light and Power (CWLP) wants its customers to know of a spoof email going out that appears to be from CWLP’s Customer Service Office, which is a common phishing scheme. The email being sent is a request to “Review A Confidential Document & Sign” and it references a DocuSign application. The sender email appears to be from CWLP Customer Service.
Effingham County Animal Shelter announces Code Red
EFFINGHAM, Ill. (WCIA) — The Effingham County Animal Shelter is desperately looking for adopters. Officials said there are zero kennels open, and they have lowered the adoption fees to $75. “We must have adopters to stay a no kill facility” officials wrote on Facebook. The adoption application can be found on the shelter’s Facebook page.
DACC investigating president following complaint by Danville mayor
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Board of Trustees at Danville Area Community College is conducting an investigation into its president following a complaint filed by the Mayor of Danville regarding a recent series of conversations the two of them had. Mayor Rickey Williams took to social media on Thursday to share images of the texting […]
Champaign teen in hospital after early morning shooting
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — A 17 year old is in serious condition after getting shot early Saturday morning. It happened in the 1400 block of N. Market Street just before 5:15 a.m. Champaign Police say, the teen was walking along Market and heard several gunshots and then realized he...
Pigskin Preview 2024: Pawnee Indians
Next stop on the Pigskin Preview, 8-man football in Pawnee. The Indians reached the second round of the playoffs last year and have first-year head coach Josh Talley this season. We spoke to Talley and Senior Riley McElroy about the Pawnee season.
Neighborhood revitalization project comes at a loss in Decatur
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — Decatur has finished its third abandonment to rehab project. Renovating an abandoned house rather than getting rid of it through demolition. But the project comes at a cost. The latest home to be renovated is located at 867 W. Waggoner Street. The house has a...
August Sports Mom of the Month: South Fork’s Stephanie Henley
Congratulations to our YMCA of Springfield Sports Mom of the Month! South Fork’s Stephanie Henley has won the Sports Mom of the Month for August! Be sure to come back every month to see who won. If you want to nominate a sports mom for this honor, you can...
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