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$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...
Illinois is Home to the Most ‘Players’ in the Dating Game
If you think the dating world kind of sucks in Illinois, you're not wrong. Turns out Illinois is one of the worst states to date it because we are packed with 'players.'. When I think back to the first time in my life I heard the word players associated with dating, I'm brought to 1998-ish. I was in 4th grade and spent most of my free time watching MTV and quickly changing the channel when my parents came into the basement.
Sterling man charged with meth possession, loud exhaust
POLO, Ill. (WTVO) — A Sterling man faces multiple charges after police allegedly found methamphetamine in his possession during a traffic stop, which also resulted in a citation for a loud exhaust. Police did not disclose what model of vehicle Dustin Lindsley, 37, was driving, but said Ogle County Deputies pulled him over in the […]
Food Chain with 10 Illinois Places Suddenly Declares Bankruptcy
It's hard to remember a year where more restaurant chains have gone through financial struggles than 2024. Another Chicago-based company with 10 Illinois locations is now suddenly in bankruptcy court, too. Nation's Restaurant News has shared the word that Roti Modern Mediterranean has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Their story...
What’s New On and Off the 2024 Football Field?
Three exciting changes soon will be in place at the Morrison High School Football field. Attend a “Meet the Players” event on Monday, August 26, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. Staff, families, students, and fans are invited to gather at E. M. “Bud” Cole Stadium, to celebrate all High School and Junior High Fall athletic teams. MHS Marching Band students and Color Guards, Cheerleaders, and Pons also will gather on the track.
$231K grant helps Ill. FD with recruiting, equipping new firefighters
AMBOY, Ill. — The Amboy Fire Department is receiving $231,668 in federal grant money to help recruit and retain additional volunteer firefighters via the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency website, the SAFER program provides funds to fire departments...
Police say cellphone use, DUI to blame for Ogle County crash
BYRON, Ill. (WTVO) — A Sycamore man faces charges after a crash in Byron on Saturday. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Brandon Rees, 40, was driving a 2013 Lincoln MKX north on Illinois Route 2 while he was both drunk and using a cell phone, causing him to strike a guardrail, spinning the […]
Man, found parked on Oregon’s Washington Street, arrested for DUI
OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — A Chicago man is under arrest for driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol after police found him parked in the roadway on E. Washington Street. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to investigate after the car was seen parked in the 100 block of E. […]
East Moline man charged with murder in fatal Davenport Skybridge shooting
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - An East Moline man is charged with first-degree murder in connection to the fatal shooting at the Davenport Skybridge. Johnathan J. Terrones, 19, was arrested Monday in East Moline, Illinois, according to a media release from Davenport police. Police received a report of gunfire around 12:30...
Rockford hosts Small Business Block Party
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Bringing the community together, one small business at a time: That’s the vision of a Small Business Block Party on Rockford’s west side. The event organizers are also business owners and they planned this big celebration to showcase small businesses at the East Wind Business Complex and those who don’t have a brick-and-mortar location.
1 dead, 1 charged following crash in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - One man is dead and another faces several charges following a two-vehicle crash late Sunday night. Felipe Serrano, 25, of Rockford is charged with failure to report an accident involving death, failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash and other traffic offenses. Police say Serrano also had two outstanding warrants in Rockford and an outstanding Ogle County warrant.
Find healthcare jobs at Genesis’ Walk In Wednesday event
Job hunters who are looking for positions in the healthcare field can land on-the-spot interviews at Genesis Health System, starting this week. Genesis ‘Walk-In Wednesday’ hiring events are back starting this Wednesday, August 28 from 3 – 6 p.m. HR representatives will be at the main entrances of Genesis Medical Center—Davenport, 1227 East Rusholme Street, and […]
I-55 Traffic Alert: Two Chicago Suspects Arrested Near Gardner After High-Speed Pursuit
Gardner, IL – Two Chicago men were arrested early Sunday following a high-speed chase on I-55 that ended near Gardner, according to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office. The pursuit, which reached speeds over 100 mph, began when a deputy attempted to stop a black Ford Edge near the 218-mile marker after receiving a broadcast about a wanted vehicle.
Tragic Last Days: Jesse Jackson, 82, Trapped in a Wheelchair, Struggling to Eat and Being Minded Around-The-Clock by Nurse and Two Aides
Iconic civil rights leader Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr now requires the assistance of a nurse and two aids as the political leader struggles to eat.RadarOnline.com can reveal the frail 82-year-old former firebrand was spotted confined to a wheelchair in a darkened restaurant at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place during the final day of the Democratic National Convention. Slowed by his waning health, the reverend tried to eat a breakfast of strawberries, grapes and cantaloupe.According to outlets, Jackson would stab his fork into a piece of fruit but take five to ten seconds to reach his lips. He would allegedly...
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