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Prosecutors want joint trial for Madigan, McClain on corruption charges
(The Center Square) – Prosecutors want a joint trial for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan and co-defendant Michael McClain to avoid the two men blaming each other for a nearly decade-long racketeering and bribery scheme. In July, McClain, a former state lawmaker and former ComEd lobbyist known for his close association with Madigan, filed a request to sever his trial from Madigan's because Madigan's defense team plans to blame McClain. ...
C6 Corvette ‘Trail Boss’ For Sale In Illinois: Video
What started as an April Fool’s joke is now ready to hit the local trails with the creation of this one-of-a-kind C6 Corvette Trail Boss – and it’s currently up for sale in Illinois. Back in 2022, we shared a fun set of renderings showing off a Chevy Corvette Trail Boss, reimagining the iconic sports car with a lift and rugged off-road gear. It was intended as a laugh, but one determined C6 owner took the idea to heart and built a real-life version of this off-road sports car.
Kent excited for second year in Robinson
ROBINSON, Ill. (WTWO/WAWV) — Robinson head coach James Kent feels a little more comfortable with his Maroons as he heads into his second season. The Maroons went just 3-6 a season ago, but all of their losses came to playoff opponents. “If you look at the youth we had on our roster last year, we […]
Estate planning: if you die without a will or trust in Illinois
BETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) -Fewer of us are writing wills according to recent surveys which suggests Americans are worrying less about mortality as the pandemic fades. A downturn in wills is usually bad news for survivors. If you die without a will, you are “intestate,” and a probate court will apply...
Hoopeston Plans for New Hotel, Restaurant Advancing
City leaders in Hoopeston remain optimistic that the community will get a new hotel and restaurant. But discussions with an investment group, led by Russ Leigh are continuing. Leigh owns the land along Illinois route 9 (just west of a Marathon gas station) in Hoopeston where the development is proposed. Bill Pickett has more….
Champaign-Urbana restaurant round-up: What’s coming, opening soon
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — From openings to closings, Champaign-Urbana’s restaurant scene has seen some action since the top of the month. Here’s a recap for the local foodies. Crumbl Cookies A Crumbl Cookies will open to the twin cities on Aug. 23. Since the Utah-based company opened in 2017, the business has since expanded across […]
IL State Fair announces time change for Jonas Brothers concert
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Jonas Brothers concert at the Illinois State Fair has been moved to a different time due to the weather forecast. The concert, scheduled for today, Thursday Aug. 15, has been moved up to a starting time of 7 p.m. The gates will open at 6 p.m. with the opening act […]
Simone Biles’ Husband to Honor Her with New Interception Celebration
Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens’ social media pages are packed with tributes to his wife Simone Biles, so it should come as no surprise that he plans to salute his 11-time Olympic medalist wife if he nabs an interception this season. In a video sneak peak of the new episode of “Hard Knocks” ...
Illinois’ $4K electric vehicle rebate returns in 2025
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois will offer residents a $4,000 rebate on the purchase of an electric vehicle, beginning in 2025. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency will also give a rebate of $1,500 off the purchase on an electric motorcycle. The Illinois General Assembly appropriated $14 million for the rebate program, which opens in mid-January, […]
Pritzker signs an executive order, creates new agency position
Ill. (WTVO) — Governor J.B. Pritzker is looking to address the needs of aging Illinoisians. To start the decades-long process of providing those needs, Pritzker signed an executive order to hire a Chief Planning Officer for the Illinois Department of Aging. A fourth of the Illinois population is expected to be 60 or older by […]
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