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Air quality alert extended for Chicago area amid heat wave
An ongoing air quality alert in the Chicago area has been extended for at least another day as elevated levels of ozone are expected in the region. According to the National Weather Service, the alert will run through at least midnight Wednesday in McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Cook, Kendall, Grundy and Will counties in Illinois.
Five charged in video gaming machines theft ring locally and across Illinois
CHICAGO (WMBD) — The state’s top prosecutor announced charges against five men for a burglary ring that resulted in dozens of video gaming machines being stolen across Illinois including in Peoria and Tazewell counties. Attorney General Kwame Raoul said John Friedrich, 35, of Streator; Joseph Montoro, 39, of...
29th annual Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix starts Saturday
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - The 29th annual Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix is set to begin Saturday with a new course. The free family event will take place Saturday and Sunday, featuring kart street racing and downtown activities. Racing is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day...
Crime Stoppers Solved: Man wanted on assault and battery charges arrested
QUAD CITIES, Ill./Iowa (KWQC) - A man wanted in Rock Island County was arrested on Aug. 1, according to Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities. Matthew Newton, 47, was wanted in Rock Island County for failing to appear in court on a charge of aggravated battery to a police officer.
New owners to turn Onyx bar into restaurant with Cimino’s Italian kitchen in Machesney Park
MACHESNEY PARK — Matt Brickson and Brad Steele forged a friendship after meeting inside Onyx Bar and Grill more than a decade ago. Now, as business partners, they’ve bought the bar where they met and are transforming the space into a new family-friendly restaurant centered on Cimino’s Italian cuisine.
Restaurant inspection update: State shuts down ‘imminent health hazard’
The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing oversees restaurant inspections in Iowa. (Photo via Canva; DIAL logo courtesy of Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing) The state of Iowa has shut down food service and suspended the license of a Clayton County eatery and convenience store that has...
Man killed in E. State Street shooting identified
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford police ask for help from the public following a deadly shooting Saturday night near a busy shopping area. Chase Higgins, 27, died after he was shot multiple times according to the Winnebago County Coroner’s Office. Around 11:15 p.m. Aug. 24, officers were called to...
$9.2M winning lottery ticket sold at Jewel-Osco in Addison
ADDISON, Ill. — An Illinois Lottery winner won $9.2 million on a ticket bought at a grocery store in the west suburbs. The winning ticket was purchased at Jewel-Osco, located at 140 West Lake Street, for the Saturday, Aug. 24 drawing. The lucky player’s ticket matched all six numbers to score the jackpot prize. The winning numbers […]
Iowa Pork Producers look to replace ISU player in viral 'Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon' ad
Iowans love pork and and they love football. That is why the Iowa Pork Producers Association is bringing back the viral promotion involving Iowa State University athletes who throw around the old pig skin. ...
Cooling centers open to public due to high temperatures
QUAD CITIES Iowa/Ill. (KWQC) - Due to the forecasted high temperatures expected Monday and Tuesday, some communities have opened up cooling centers to the public. Cooling centers are available at the following locations:. GALESBURG, IL. YMCA Lobby - 1324 W Carl Sandburg Drive. HOURS: Monday through Thursday from 5 a.m....
Seafood Chain Closing More Spots Than Expected, Illinois Included
Just a little over 90 days ago, America's biggest and best known seafood restaurant change made an announcement that pretty much confirmed all the rumors that had been swirling around about the company's overall health and ability to continue operations. Red Lobster's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on May 19th stated...
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