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Illegal immigrants can keep professional licenses despite deportation with new law
(The Center Square) – Migrants who get deported from the country may be able to keep their professional license from Illinois under a new law. Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the measure into law last week. House Bill 5457 provides that the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may not revoke, suspend, or take any other disciplinary or non-disciplinary action […]
Glenwood’s Appenzeller Talks National Ranking And Summer All Star Games
Glenwood left-handed senior Cameron Appenzeller has been ranked the #1 ranked left handed pitcher in the class of 2025 according to Prep Baseball since the high school season ended and is now receiving invites and attending camps and all star games all over the country. We spoke with Appenzeller on Tuesday about his summer so far and what he’s looking forward to.
DeMichael Named WTIM/Nicole Patrick of Country Financial Player Of The Year
WTIM along with Nicole Patrick of Country Financial have announced their softball player of the year. Peyton DeMichael was named the Player of the Year for her successes on the field. The sophomore says they made the best of a long season and she's proud of her accomplishments. DeMichael finished...
Ill. assistant fire chief killed in off-duty crash
VERSAILLES, Ill. — The assistant chief of the Versailles Fire Department died Sunday when the motorcycle he was riding collided with a deer near Naples. Jason Dunmire’s presence will be sorely missed by the community he served well since he was a teenager, Versailles Fire Chief Chuck Northcut said.
Illinois State Fair bringing trams back to the State Fairgrounds
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The Illinois State Fair is bringing trams back to the State Fairgrounds. Two complimentary trams will operate on a dedicated route during the fair thanks to sponsorship from the IL Corn Growers Association. “We are excited to bring back trams as a convenient way to move...
Coroner identifies 82-year-old veteran killed in Danville pedestrian crash
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The Vermilion County Coroner, Jane McFadden, identified the 82-year-old pedestrian who was involved in a vehicle vs pedestrian crash. We're told James W. Ritter, 82, of Danville, was identified. The Illinois State Police and the Vermilion County Coroner’s office continue to investigate. Ritter was...
Bill would allow state mandates on local taxation disclosures
Gov. J.B. Pritzker could sign Senate Bill 3567, which proponents say is a government transparency and pro-taxpayer initiative. Opponents fear the measure would step on local government’s toes, but a state senator says the government's taxation authority needs and should have transparency, especially when it comes to taxation. The...
Illinois Weather: Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms Today
Chicago, IL – Residents of Illinois should prepare for scattered showers and thunderstorms today as a southward sagging cold front moves through the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago issued a forecast at 5:45 AM CDT, predicting that these weather conditions will persist through the day and end early this evening.
Don’t Go in the Water – 38 Illinois Places Have Swimming Warnings
Summertime is all about getting outside and enjoying the nice weather and swimming is a vital part of that. However, there are now 38 places in Illinois that now have urgent swimming warnings about staying out of the water. As a general rule, I check the Illinois Beach Guard System...
2 Best Theaters in Illinois to See the Thrilling New Movie ‘Twisters’
We've been hearing from listeners who went to see the latest Twisters movie this past weekend, and all reviews say it's a must-see. Best Theaters in Illinois for Exciting Action Movies. A recent 'Question of the Day' asked what's one movie that everyone should see at least once and we...
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