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Illinois Lottery celebrates its 50th anniversary with big money giveaways
CHICAGO (CBS) — The Illinois Lottery is ringing in 50 years - with a downtown party at Pioneer Court.Many walked away winners. The very first person in line pocketed $150. All people had to do was draw the right number to walk away with cash.Many in the crowd have been playing the lottery for decades. For some, Thursday was their luckiest day yet. Jennifer Blumenberg, won $500."The anticipation of scratching and winning – it's great. I think as long as you're winning what you're playing back, you're good to go," Blumenberg said. The Illinois Lottery gave away up to $50,000 in...
Illinois quick hits: State unemployment rate hits 5%; Decatur Public Schools adopt new phone policy for students
Illinois unemployment rate hits 5% The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced that unemployment increased to 5 percent. The May revised unemployment rate was 4.9 percent. The national unemployment rate was 4.1 percent in June, up slightly from the previous month. The number of unemployed workers in the state was 327,900, up over 3 percent from the prior month, and up nearly 19 percent over the same month one year ago. ...
U.S. Rep Kelly, State Senator Faraci Meet with Locals to Talk about Rural Issues, Including Health Care
ABOVE: State Senator Paul Faraci and Congresswoman Robin Kelly during Thursday afternoon’s Illinois Soybean Association – sponsored rural health discussion at the Gilbert Street Cafe. An early afternoon roundtable took place Thursday (July 18th) at the Gilbert Street Cafe, hosted by the Illinois Soybean Association; designed to discuss...
Sen. Rose props up new bill to protect Central IL drinking water
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Mahomet Aquifer is an important source of drinking water for much of Central Illinois. State officials often referred to it while discussing a bill recently signed by Governor JB Pritzker, which allows the carbon storage of aquifers statewide. Now, State Senator Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) is filing a new bill to protect […]
Verizon stores giving away $3M worth of backpacks ahead of back-to-school season
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Verizon wireless stories in the Peoria area are giving away millions of dollars in backpacks away for free ahead of the back-to-school season. According to a press release from Round Room, LLC, participating Verizon stores in Pontiac, Chillicothe, Peoria and Washington are giving away $3 million worth of clear backpacks for free to students in an effort to relieve the financial burden on parents and caregivers before class starts.
Livingston Sheriff’s Office arrest Pontiac man on 72-gun charges
PONTIAC, Ill. (WMBD) — The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man in early July after an ongoing investigation into a gang member in possession of firearms. According to the sheriff’s office, William “Bill” Krolik has been arrested on 36 counts each of felony possession of a firearm and for being a gang member in possession of a firearm.
Local Family raising money for St. Jude by serving up Lemonade
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A 4-year-old girl and her family may not be running for St. Jude this week, but they are fundraising in a sweet way: hosting a lemonade stand Friday afternoon. 4-year-old Alice was inspired by her aunt Marie Hatterman, who was diagnosed with Hodkin’s Lymphoma when...
Bloomington Library celebrating renovation, expansion project at ribbon-cutting in August
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — Bloomington Public Library announced Friday that it’s ready to reveal the highly anticipated 25-month finalization of its newly expanded and renovated facility worth millions. According to a press release from the library Friday morning, after 25 months of construction, there will be a ribbon-cutting...
Storm-damage brush collection happening in Central Illinois
(25News Now) - Residents in East Peoria and Morton with storm-damage brush will not have to see it for much longer. In East Peoria, city officials said a special citywide collection is set for Aug. 5 through Aug. 9. on normal garbage pick-up times. Residents should know the special collection...
Rigler’s Sports Co-Owner Places at Illinois State Trap Shooting Competition
Rigler took home 10 trophies in the Lady II category, shooting 1,200 rounds with her Perazzi 12 gauge over and under shotgun. Rigler placed as State Singles Champion, State Doubles Champion, State High All-Around Champion, State Over All-Around Champion, and placed in 6 other events during the week. The Lady II category includes women 55 and older.
Details released after day-long search for Canton 2-year-old
CANTON (25News Now) - Canton Police Chief Mike Eveland said it was “heartening” to see the community come together at a moment’s notice to find 2-year-old Chloe Russell Thursday evening. She was found by state police crime scene techs after a third search of the home before...
A 6th marijuana dispensary opens in Bloomington-Normal
Bloomington-Normal now has six cannabis dispensaries. Ayr Wellness, the latest, on Bradford Lane in Normal next to Moe's Southwest Grill, opened Friday. “Our newest dispensary provides the adult-use consumers of Normal, Illinois with the high-quality products and service they deserve,” said David Goubert, President and CEO of Ayr. On...
Streator Man Given Notice to Appear on Shoplifting Charge
Walmart stores seem to attract alleged shoplifters looking for a quick five-finger discount. It's happened again, this time at the store in Streator. Thursday night at about 7:20, Streator police were called to the Walmart in that city on a complaint of a possible case of retail theft. Eighteen-year-old Quentin...
Monmouth gas station to expand in order to serve more semi customers
A Monmouth gas station is now officially in the process of expanding. Work is being done to remove underground fuel storage tanks at the Beck’s location in Monmouth — just the start of what is expected to be five to six million dollars worth of work. Monmouth City...
Knox County property transfers for July 11-17, 2024. See a list of home and other sales
The Knox County Assessment Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Knox County the week of July 11-17, 2024. Only the primary name as listed on the submitted sales report is published. Additional owners’ names that would be on the full deed may not appear in this list.
Food Truck Fight On The Menu At East Moline’s Rust Belt Tomorrow
Food Truck Fight is returning to the Quad Cities on Saturday, July 20 in a brand new location!. Join them for a day of food trucks, live music, kids activities, a fully stocked bar, and more at The Rust Belt in East Moline, IL!. Enjoy food from local and regional...
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