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Legislator shares concerns about Logan inmate transfers ahead of closure recommendation
(The Center Square) – An Illinois legislator says the Illinois Department of Corrections has begun to transfer inmates out of the Logan County Correctional facility, a move that aligns with the Pritzker administrations’ plans to close two Illinois prisons. Recently, a federal judge ordered that all Stateville inmates must be moved to other prisons by Sept. 30. Lawmakers called that “convenient,” considering the decision aligns with Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s plans...
Indy 500 Winner Newgarden Favored at Illinois GP
The IndyCar Series’ summer break is over, and the grid is set for Round 13 at the World Wide Technology Raceway (WWT Raceway) in Madison, Ill. Colton Herta ended a two-year win drought last time out in Toronto, the final street course event of the season. This weekend’s oval event is the first of four in the final five races, and the 2024 Illinois GP odds favor the top oval racer in the series.
Illinois vs Hawaii in 2024 Little League World Series: Recap and highlights
Hinsdale Little League opened its run in the 2024 Little League World Series on Friday with a 5-0 loss to Wailuku, Hawaii, and its left-handed ace pitcher. Hawaii's Evan Tavares struck out nine batters in 5.1 innings to lead the West region champion. They advance to a 2 p.m. game Monday against the...
Salmonella prompts cucumber recall in Illinois, 30 other states
(WTVO) – Cucumbers in Illinois and 30 other states are being recalled after hundreds of people have reported illnesses linked to salmonella, according to a report by The Center Square. The CDC identified that 449 people were ill after eating salmonella-laden cucumbers and 125 people were hospitalized. No one has died from illnesses linked to […]
Daylight saving time, first day of fall: Here's what to know as autumn inches closer
With the start of fall just over a month away, many are wondering about the end of another milestone: daylight saving time. The bi-annual switching of the clocks will once again return, marking the end of daylight saving time in Illinois, but not until much later in the season. Here's...
Belleville man charged with murder of 66-year-old
WASHINGTON PARK — A Belleville man was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the death of Leon Richardson of Washington Park. Vincent E. Brown, 61, was taken into custody Thursday after a traffic stop in Madison, according to Illinois State Police. He is accused of fatally shooting Richardson, 66, in the 5000 block of North Park Drive in Washington Park on Aug. 11.
Paralympian spotlight: USA Wheelchair Rugby Co-Captain Eric Newby
ST. LOUIS — The 2024 Olympics has wrapped up, but some of the world’s best athletes have yet to compete in Paris this summer. The 2024 Paralympics runs from August 28th to September 8th in France. This summer’s games will be the 17th edition of the Paralympics. One athlete from the St. Louis area will […]
Artists prepare for Frizz Fest
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A new artist showcase will spotlight local talent. Three area artists are making works to display at Frizz Fest. The festival of natural beauty will be held next month in Tower Grove Park. The art garden is a new addition to this year’s...
Josef Newgarden wins St. Louis-area IndyCar race for 5th time and 4th in 5 years
MADISON, Ill. (AP) — Josef Newgarden won for the fifth time at World Wide Technology Raceway on Saturday night, taking the lead during a late pit stop and holding off teammate Scott McLaughlin on two restarts. Newgarden survived a partial spin-out on Lap 196 in the 260-lap race, keeping his No. 2 Chevrolet out of the wall […]
St. Louis Results: August 17, 2024 (INDYCAR)
NTT Indycar Series drivers have unloaded in Madison, Illinois. The short track near Downtown St. Louis, Missouri is set to host the Bommarito Automotive Group 500. View St. Louis race results for the NTT Indycar Series. Scott McLaughlin and Felix Rosenqvist set the front row. 260 laps of open wheel...
2024 DNC: Pritzker hosts kickoff luncheon as protesters from around the US start arriving in Chicago
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker hosted a Convention Kickoff Luncheon on Saturday afternoon as national protesters descend upon Chicago ahead of the Democratic National Convention."I've got to ask you, are you ready for the fight? Are you ready for the fight?" Pritzker said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchOn the eve of the DNC, the who's who of the Democratic Party in Illinois gathered for a final luncheon near McCormick Place, focusing their efforts on launching Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to victory."So that in about 81 days, we'll all get to say the...
1 dead, 1 injured in North City shooting
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A man is dead and another man is injured in a shooting Saturday in north St. Louis City. The shooting happened at 6:17 p.m. in the 2400 block of Union Boulevard, according to St. Louis police. At the scene, first responders found a...
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