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Where to watch Labor Day parades around central Illinois
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — People across the U.S. will celebrate Labor Day on Monday, which recognizes the achievements of workers and the American labor movement. Many people celebrating will take part in or watch parades. According to the West Central Illinois Labor Council, here are some of the ones that will take place around central Illinois:
'Save your receipts': Illinois disaster proclamation could open door to federal assistance
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation for Winnebago County following the July 13-16 storms that caused widespread flooding and wind damage. The proclamation — which applies to seven Illinois counties, including Winnebago, Cook, Henry, Fulton, St. Clair, Washington, and Will — could open the door to a federal major disaster declaration, which Pritzker requested Wednesday. ...
55 Illinois Families Run From Homes by Artificial Intelligence?
How would you feel if you were given no realistic choice other than to abandon your home because of an incoming artificial intelligence company? That was a realistic dilemma for 55 Illinois families who found themselves looking for a new place to live thanks to robots. Stringer media on YouTube...
Illinois solar project to be biggest in eastern half of U.S.
Illinois already creates in the neighborhood of 7000 megawatts of energy from wind power coming from the fields and fields of windmills in the central and western portions of the state, but a massive solar array being built thirty miles west of Springfield is estimated to produce 800 more megawatts.
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...
When is the official start of fall? Meteorological vs. astronomical fall, explained
When does fall officially start in the Chicago area? It all depends on how you measure it. According to NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman, a cold front associated with rain and stormy conditions was moving in Friday morning, though conditions remained very warm and humid. After that passes, temperatures and dew points will drop -- just in time for fall.
Check Your Ticket! A $9 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Was Sold In Illinois
If you happened to buy a lottery ticket in Illinois recently, you may want to check it. It's not uncommon to hear about people winning tens of thousands of dollars on the lottery or even a $1 million winning ticket that has yet to be claimed. But the total prize on the latest winning ticket from the Illinois Lottery has it beat.
Illinois veterans were celebrated after return from honor flight
Ill. (WTVO) — Over 100 Illinois veterans landed in Chicago after a trip to Washington D.C. to honor them on August 28. Family and friends lined up at the baggage claim area at Midway International Airport to welcome all the veterans back. Seven Korean War vets and 109 Vietnam War vets spent a day touring […]
Illinois quick hits: Illinois prison staff hospitalized; kanes reopen for holiday weekend
Illinois prison staff hospitalized Staff members at a southern Illinois correctional facility were taken to a hospital after experiencing some medical symptoms. Twelve staff members at the Menard Correctional Center had medical symptoms and were taken to a hospital by ambulance. It is unknown what caused the illnesses. The Illinois Poison Control Center, along with the St. Clair County EMA's Hazmat Team is assisting with the investigation. ...
State officials celebrate new Illinois DCFS region/field office
MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – State officials are represetatives from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services held a ribbon cutting Thursday for the new Illinois DCFS region/field office in Marion. The Illinois DCFS was joined by Illinois State Senator Dale Fowler, Mayor Mike Absher, Marion’s former Director of...
Rural pharmacies under siege: DEA nabs organized crime roots
ST. LOUIS – This summer, FOX 2 reported on a string of break-ins at mom-and-pop pharmacies in several locations throughout Missouri and Illinois. Now, we’re learning just how big of a crime business it is. As the DEA states, 1,817,828 doses have been reported stolen from pharmacies in...
'Do I say I’m done?': Vendors struggling to break even as attendance lags at Busch Stadium
ST. LOUIS — The Cardinals got a big win Thursday against the Padres, but unfortunately, the team set another record low for attendance at Busch Stadium III. On opening day, Cardinal Nation was full of excitement, but the attitude has changed at the intersection of 8th and Clark. “It’s...
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