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‘Equity, equality and parity': Illinois' road to reparations explained
In early 2022, Illinois became the second of three U.S. states to establish a commission to provide reparations for African American descendants of slavery. Through subsequent board meetings, public hearings and oversight from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the goals of the group, titled Illinois' African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC), are starting to take shape.
Strange Earthquake Just Hit this O’Fallon, Illinois Neighborhood
When it comes to New Madrid Fault earthquakes, I think I've now seen it all. There was just a tremor that shook a neighborhood in O'Fallon, Illinois Saturday morning. I had to do a double-take when I saw this earthquake appear on the USGS earthquake map this morning. It was a 2.4 magnitude quake in a subdivision in O'Fallon, Illinois and it's been confirmed by a USGS seismologist. It was centered here.
Edwardsville School District #7 to Host Job Fair for 2024-2025 School Year
EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 is still looking to fill several positions before the start of the school year. Superintendent Dr. Patrick Shelton noted that they are looking for cafeteria staff, playground monitors, paraprofessionals and more. There will be a job fair from 3–6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, at the District #7 Center for Learning at 1210 N. Main Street.
Madison County Fair wraps up this weekend
The Madison County Fair is winding down with demo derbies this weekend at the Madison County Fairgrounds in Highland. The derbies will be the center of attention tonight (Friday) and tomorrow, and family day wraps up the fair on Sunday. Fair Board member Chelsey Amman tells The Big Z the...
Local Man Gets Permit, With Conditions
MADISON COUNTY — Nathan Miller got what he was seeking from the Madison County Board at its most recent meeting, approval of a special use permit for him to operate a landscaping services business at 8140 Lebanon Road south of Troy, but with the requirement that he add bathroom facilities for his nine employees at the site.
Giant City State Park to hold outdoor photography workshop in August
MAKANDA, Ill. (KFVS) - A local photographer will be sharing tips at Giant City State Park next month. On Saturday, August 10, you can join local photographer and nature enthusiast, Jennifer Wharton, as she shares tips on how to improve your photography skills in a fun, unintimidating setting. The workshop runs from noon to 4 p.m.
You Too Can Canoe program to be held at Lake Murphysboro State Park
MURPHYSBORO, Ill. (KFVS) - Join the Giant City State Park Naturalist at Lake Murphysboro State Park for a casual paddle around the lake. The “You Too Can Canoe” program will be held from 9:30 - 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 3, and Saturday, August 17. According to Giant City State Park, the free program will include a brief overview of canoeing safety, techniques, and on-the-water opportunities for wildlife observation.
Renewed calls to end Chicago’s sanctuary status ahead of expected migrant surge
(The Center Square) – With the city of Chicago already spending as much as $1.5 million a day for migrant housing and thousands of new arrivals expected in the weeks ahead, local activist Tio Hardiman is renewing his call for the city to reverse its sanctuary city status. For the past two years, Chicago has received more than 45,000 foreign nationals from the southern U.S. border, where border communities have been inundated with border crossers. The taxpayer costs for Illinois and the city of Chicago...
Missouri Shootout Locations of Bonnie & Clyde & Pretty Boy Floyd
You can say what you want about Missouri, but it's impossible to deny the history that has happened across the state. That includes numerous infamous shootout locations where Bonnie & Clyde and gangster Pretty Boy Floyd were involved in deadly battles. Several popular YouTube channels have adventured in Missouri and...
Multiple rounds of showers and storms forecasted this weekend
Showers and non-severe storms are expected to move across southwestern counties this weekend, with a chance for showers continuing overnight and into Sunday afternoon, while hot temperatures return next week with highs reaching 95 and heat index readings reaching 105.
Morris Police Officer Markusic Named Finalist For Illinois Officer of the Year
A Morris Police Officer was recently honored as a state finalist. Morris Police Officer Derek Zumbahlen was in our studios on Friday talking about Officer Sarah Markusic receiving nominations for Illinois Officer of the Year. Your browser does not support the audio element. Morris Police Chief Alices Steffes said Officer...
‘They’re mocking the system’: Latino community responds to campaign ad targeting illegal immigrants
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Latino community members in Kansas City say they are feeling othered by a recent campaign ad targeting illegal immigrants. “No more taxpayer handouts for illegals period. Nada. Zilch. Zero” is one of the first lines Senator Bill Eigel expressed in his campaign video for Missouri Governor released on Tuesday.
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