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13 WREX's John Jurgens discusses a wet July, and the days ahead
13 WREX meteorologist joined WNIJ Morning Edition host Jason Cregier to discuss some of the wild weather of the past couple few weeks. Jurgens told us how the derecho that ripped through northern Illinois dropped so much rain that it put this July into the record books for total rainfall.
Back-to-school sales tax holiday in Missouri: When is it, what school supplies qualify?
ST. LOUIS — Your wallet will surely feel the effects of inflation this year when back-to-school shopping. The average U.S. household is expected to spend about $875 on school supplies in 2024, according to the National Retail Federation. That's slightly down from last year's record high of $890. Households with college students are expected to spend about $1,364.75 per student, in line with last year's record of $1,366.95.
Photos Show a Bear is Now Touring Southern Illinois Golf Courses
If you're planning to golf in Illinois soon especially in the southern part of the state, you might want to know that a predator might be watching. Many photos show there's a bear currently touring southern Illinois golf courses. I saw CBS in Chicago share this interesting story about a...
Illinois State Fair Auto Races Just Over Two Weeks Away
(Springfield, IL) Open wheel and stock car fans, alike, are looking forward to the annual return of racing to the Springfield Mile at the Illinois State Fair. The stars of USAC Silver Crown, ARCA Menards Series, and DIRTcar Sportsman will all be on track the final weekend of the Illinois State Fair, Saturday and Sunday, August 17-18, 2024. In addition, the weekend gets kicked off on Friday night, August 16 with MOWA Sprint cars at Lincoln Speedway, in nearby Lincoln, IL.
Illinois doctor selected by NASA for Mars mission simulation
After an entire year in NASA's Mars simulation, an Illinois doctor is back on "earth." Springfield emergency room physician Nathan Jones saw a social media ad last year. NASA was looking for scientists to participate in their Houston-based mission.
Illinois Fuel And Retail Association Announces Hiring Of Nate Harris As CEO
The state’s premier organization representing gas stations and convenience stores today announces the hiring of an experienced state government relations professional as the new CEO of the Illinois Fuel and Retail Association. Nate Harris, of Springfield, replaces Josh Sharp as the leader of IFRA. Sharp left IFRA for another...
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...
Illinois EPA providing over $43M to help communities replace lead water lines
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has announced plans to give more than $43 million to 17 communities as a way to help them replace lead water lines. The funding is being provided through the Illinois EPA’s State Revolving Fund.
The accountability of the Hillcrest Hawks
The Hillcrest Hawks are lifting to stay in shape and each of them have something in common. After four long years of teaching, training and coaching Kyran Weaver finally gets to present his first full team under his leadership. WCCN also speaks with seniors Gary Bradley and Erimus Wright. Special...
Search crews find body believed to be warehouse employee who went missing after roof collapse
PHOENIX (KTVK/KPHO/Gray News) - An intensive search and rescue operation ended in tragedy when a body believed to be that of a Phoenix warehouse employee was found. The employee went missing after the warehouse’s roof collapsed during monsoon storms. Phoenix Fire Capt. Todd Keller said the body, believed to...
Dolton Trustee Jason House announces campaign for mayor in bid to unseat Tiffany Henyard
A Dolton trustee officially launched his campaign for mayor on Sunday.Dolton Senior Village Trustee Jason House's candidacy is part of a team effort of former and current trustees all running in opposition to incumbent Mayor Tiffany Henyard.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchFormer and current elected leaders are hoping to change the tide of Dolton politics by launching a joint effort against current Henyard under the slogan, "Clean House 2025.""We need a clean house in 2025, not a hen yard," said Dolton Village Clerk Alison Key.House is leading the team, kicking off his campaign on Sunday."Today, I'm...
Man Indicted on Third DUI Offense in Grundy Co.
A Will County man was recently indicted by a Grundy County grand jury. Matthew Krueger, 39, of Joliet was charged with Aggravated DUI, a class two felony; two counts of Aggravated DUI and Driving While License Revoked, all class four felonies. Krueger was arrested for DUI and driving while license...
Joliet Police Investigating West Side Shooting
On July 29, 2024, at 1:51 a.m., Officers responded to the Fairfield Inn (1501 Riverboat Center Drive) for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, Officers located multiple spent shell casings on the ground in the parking lot and what appeared to be shattered glass from a vehicle. Following a canvass of the immediate area, Officers were unable to locate any victims or suspects and nothing else appeared to have been struck by gunfire. No shooting victims were located following a check of area hospitals. Officers learned that hotel staff contacted 911 after overhearing multiple rounds of gunfire in the parking lot.
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