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Illinois Trying to Ban Gas-Powered Vehicles By 2035?
I don't want to be the old man on the porch constantly complaining about why things have to change and wishing we could go back 30 years to "the good times", but there's a new proposal in Illinois that wants to ban gas-powered vehicles by the year 2035 and I'm grumpy about it.
Missouri & Illinois in the Danger Zone for Big Hail, Wind Tuesday
If you value your vehicle's exterior, you might want to park it under something Tuesday evening if you live in Missouri or Illinois. Both states are in the danger zone for explosive thunderstorm development that could include big hail and damaging wind Tuesday evening. The National Weather Service out of...
Illinois State Police Bust 3 Suspects Accused of Trafficking Kids
The Illinois State Police have taken their efforts to stop human trafficking to the next level. Three suspects were just arrested and accused of the worst kind of human trafficking of children. According to the press release just shared recently by the Illinois State Police, they just completed a two-day...
The Storms Keep Coming… Illinois Needs To Put A Quarter In Their Freezer
The storms have been strong this year here in the Midwest. From snow, flooding, and tornados. Illinois has seen a rough year. This idea is a classic, and many have used it for some time. A quarter in the freezer could help you save your food after a summer storm, heavy snowfall, or flood. If these knock out your power, that quarter will tell you if the food is still good.
IDNR urges sober boating through Operation Dry Water
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Fourth of July holiday means a lot of water activities — including boating. As we progress into the warm and relaxing summer season, state officials want to remind boaters to stay sober. As part of the annual Operation Dry Water campaign, Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Conservation Police will […]
Farmers market coupons offered to low-income Illinois seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) – Farmers market coupon books are now available to low-income, older adults, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) and of Human Services (IDHS) announced Tuesday. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program offers access to fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs and honey from local farmers. Each book contains five $10 checks. “The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program helps low-income […]
5K race held in Paxton
1. Kody Harrison, 16:51; 2. Isaiah Busby, 17:39; 3. Zane Latimer, 20:56; 4. Kyla Franckey, 20:56; 5. Audrey McCoy, 22:33; 6. Nolan Bunag, 22:58; 7. Grace McCoy, 23:58; 8. Isaac Rotramel, 24:18; 9. Noelle Kwan, 25:03; 10. Elliott Bergandine, 25:04; 11. Addison Tholl, 25:55; 12. Brysen Butler, 25:57; 13. Brock Johnson, 26:04; 14. Allie Bott, 26:14; 15. Bailey Luebchow, 27:44; 16. Carson Langley, 28:11; 17. Ian Rotramel, 28:12; 18. Bella Frerichs, 28:15; 19. Cierra Grohler, 28:16; 20. Levi Turner, 29:44; 21. Steve Schroeder, 30:44; 22. Mackenzie Swan, 30:51; 23. Adam Rohrbach, 30:54; 24. Danielle Frerichs, 31:14; 25. Katie Grice, 31:19.
Coroner identifies man killed by train in Champaign County
PHILO, Ill. (WICS) — The Champaign County Coroner has identified the man who has died of injuries sustained after being struck by a train west of Philo. Officials say Michael J. Dixon, 32, of Arcola, Ill, was pronounced dead by a Champaign County Deputy Coroner at 3:30 p.m. on July 3, 2024, at the scene, 837 County Road 1500 East, Tolono, Ill,
New Illinois law sparks fear of possible statewide landlord registry
(The Center Square) – A new Illinois law says mobile home tenants can’t be evicted for not paying rent, but only if the park itself is not up on their license and fees. State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, carried Senate Bill 2834 in the House and explained the measure already exists in current statute but the replication in the Mobile Home Landlord and Tenants Rights Act is a way to bring greater awareness to residents that this is existing law. ...
217 Today: Baseball tournament for the visually impaired comes to Savoy
The Champaign County Freedom Celebration parade was canceled yesterday due to weather conditions. The Illinois Department of Public Health has added nearly 150 zip codes to its list of high-risk areas for lead exposure for children. Highland Park held its first parade, following a mass shooting two years ago. Illinois...
Some kids in Bloomington-Normal to receive free swimming lessons
BLOOMINGTON – The American Red Cross is teaming up with the Bloomington-Normal YMCA, Boys and Girls Club and Reliable Pools to offer free swimming lessons for local kids. According to the Red Cross, the organizations are teaming up to offer 30 children from the Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal free swimming lessons and water safety training through the Swim Safety Program.
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