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Illinois high school football schedule Week 1: Every Peoria-area IHSA game
It's Week 1 of the Illinois high school football season, with nonconference games making up most of the IHSA schedule in the Peoria area. Tap here find all of our preview stories, including top players, new coaches and a complete look at Peoria teams in the Big 12 and the Mid-Illini Conference. ...
Massive Heat Wave in West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky
(WOWK) – West Virginia is the most drought stricken state in the nation, and StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict that it will get worse. A powerful heatwave will settle in Appalachia for the work week causing high temperatures to soar to 10 – 15 degrees above normal. If Wednesday’s rain chances break down some backyard thermometers […]
Suspect involved in Owensboro shooting arrested
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - Owensboro Police Department officials have arrested a suspect involved in a firearm discharge investigation. Officers arrested 26-year-old Desmond Griffith on Sunday. Police responded on August 15 to a firearm discharge in the 1200 block of West 5th Street. Investigators were able to identify Griffith and get...
Dixon Splash Park closed due to rock disruptions
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Dixon Park Board announces the Splash Park will be closed on Sunday due to disruptions involving rocks that can potentially lead to injuries. In a Facebook post, the Dixon Park Board announced the closure was due to gravel being thrown into the splash pad. It is said the gravel needs […]
Early morning shooting reported in Evansville
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Dispatch confirm shots fired near KC’s Marina Pointe in Evansville early Sunday morning. Henderson Dispatch confirms they received a call in reference to shots fired near KC’s by Evansville Dispatch at approximately 2:54 a.m.. Henderson Dispatch says one person was injured and transported to the hospital. We are working to gather […]
Person killed in Owensville crash named
OWENSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - One person died after being involved in an accident along 350 West in Gibson County late Sunday morning. That’s according to Gibson County Sheriff Bruce Vanoven, who tells us it happened at the intersection of 350 West and 400 South around 11:30 a.m. Sheriff Vanoven...
Wi-fi password debate leads to strangulation charge in Evansville
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An Evansville man and woman are facing strangulation charges after a heated argument over who should have access to the home’s wi-fi. Deputies say Shelah Drury and her uncle Brandon Furgeson were involved in an argument over who should have access to the wi-fi password in their residence. Furgeson allegedly disconnected […]
Traffic Touchpoint: Week of Aug. 26
QUAD CITIES, Ill., Iowa (KWQC) - A complete list of traffic alerts in the Iowa and Illinois TV6 viewing area. Alerts are ordered by which day they begin. TV6 will continue to update this weekly list as more alerts pop up. Have a traffic alert? Let us know at news@kwqc.com.
Spooky Season Arrives Early: Halloween Décor Hit Illinois Shelves
I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked into Home Depot in Rockford this week—Halloween decorations were already out in full force!. It’s still August, Summer is still here, but I guess we've decided to just fast forward to Halloween?! I'm here for it, but how early is REALLY too early?
Illinois Peeps, These $10 Bills Could Be Worth More Than Just Face Value
Just when you thought $10 was only $10. Now, whenever you get one, you'll need to look closer. Believe it or not, that seemingly ordinary $10 bill could hold a value of over $100K. It's a fascinating world of currency we're about to delve into. The U.S. Federal Reserve says...
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
Union leaders push for sports stadium funding from taxpayers
A rendering of the inside of the Chicago Bears’ proposed lakefront stadium. Union leaders in Illinois are suggesting that they’ll push Gov. J.B. Pritzker for taxpayer funding of new professional sports stadiums in Chicago. The Illinois General Assembly did not approve spending on proposed Chicago sports facilities this...
Mt Vernon motorcyclist arrested allegedly pointing gun at another person
A 57-year-old Mt. Vernon man has been arrested for aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and aggravated assault after allegedly pointing a gun at a person while driving on Broadway in Mt. Vernon. Mt. Vernon Police say the motorcycle driven by Bradley Kelly had been involved with a different vehicle...
Police Beat for Sunday, August 25th, 2024
Salem Police arrested a 45-year-old Salem woman on outstanding Marion and Clay County no bond warrants and for resisting arrest for allegedly running. Police report Bryttany Hester of East Olive ran on foot when seeing an officer near Olive and Jefferson. At one point she allegedly hid in a shed before coming back out before being arrested about 15 minutes later in the 200 block of West Warmoth Street. Hester was wanted on a Marion County misdemeanor warrant and Clay County felony warrant.
London business host free food weekend
LONDON, Ky. (WYMT) - The Wildcat Harley-Davidson hosted a “Food Truck Freekend” over the weekend. Fellow bikers and other folks in the community came together to enjoy a free meal and good company. Sales Manager Jason Nichols said events like this help bring a community together. “We look...
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