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New owner of old Rever’s Marina in Rockford envisions lofts, offices and dockside dining
ROCKFORD — A more than 140-year-old riverfront building that formerly housed Rever’s Marina could one day be filled with loft apartments, offices and a dockside dining venue under the vision of the new owner. Teague Dickey, who is the president and CEO of Iconic Energy, bought the building...
Warehouse District restaurant receives liquor license
You can choose to have a chicken sandwich and a beer at Peoria's newest dining addition to the Warehouse District. Pop-Up Chicken Shop was unanimously approved a liquor license Tuesday by the Peoria City Council. The Bloomington-based restaurant opened at 800 SW Adams Street in Peoria in June. ...
Whitney’s Walk brings focus to suicide prevention and awareness
BRIMFIELD, Ill. – Help is available to people who have entered a dark moment in their lives is among the messages provided through Whitney’s Walk. The 21st annual Whitney’s Walk for Suicide Prevention and Awareness stepped off Saturday at Jubilee State Park, The event consists of a 5k timed run and a 5k walk.
Peoria Remembers Former Councilmember Vicki Hunt, a Devoted Public Servant and Community Advocate
The city of Peoria is mourning the loss of a devoted public figure and community advocate, former Councilmember Vicki Hunt, whose death was recently announced. Giving her time, passion, and expertise over two terms on Peoria's City Council, Hunt left a distinct mark on the fabric of the city she sought to improve – serving from 2003 to 2010 and then being re-elected in 2014, starting her term in 2015, representing the Acacia District. She held the role of Vice Mayor for 19 months, demonstrating her commitment to civic service.
Protecting your hearing at concerts
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Summer music festivals are in full swing and noise levels can reach up to 120 decibels, well above the safe threshold at 85. Prolonged or sudden exposure to such intense noise can lead to immediate or irreversible hearing loss. For kids, loud concert sound is even...
Rockford-area researchers help teens learn about careers in health care
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Area researchers develop a new online tool to get middle and high school students thinking about a career in health care and what path may be best for them. It’s an app called Health Career Guide, and it’s the first of its kind. Students don’t have...
Peoria City Soccer in national final four after claiming Central Conference championship
PEORIA, Ill. – Luke Persenico now owns, as of Friday night, the most significant goal in the history of Peoria City Soccer. His 62nd minute winner gave the Carp a 1-0 win over Flint City at Shea Stadium in the USL 2 Central Conference Championship game. “I can’t be...
Wind power can be a major source of tax revenue, but officials struggle to get communities on board
An Associated Press analysis of county tax data across three states — Illinois, Iowa and Nebraska — found wind companies rank among the biggest taxpayers in many rural communities, with their total tax bills at times outstripping that of large farms, power plants and other major businesses. Local officials and school superintendents, fire chiefs and community college administrators number among the people who are often first to see the economic benefits of wind development. But most people don’t ever learn about the tax implications for their county unless they enter a leadership position.
Gold Star 500 Mission Group To Make Stop In Effingham September 25th
The Gold Star 500 might start in Superman’s hometown of Metropolis (Illinois), but Gold Star Mission’s more than 512-mile Gold Star 500 endurance bicycle ride is honoring real heroes from Sept. 24-28. The Gold Star 500 helps ensure we ‘Always Remember, Never Forget’ the sacrifices of our fallen...
Jed Hoyer's latest backtracking is a fireable offense for Cubs
Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer has been doing this for too long to remain THIS non-committal. The Cubs aren't making the playoffs this year. Yes, they remain in the NL Wild Card chase, but so do most teams. Given the expanded postseason format that's not exactly saying all that much at this point in the season.
Owner of Frank Lloyd Wright house discovers major flaw — and now she's trying to fix it
The new owner of a historic Frank Lloyd Wright house is working to bring a modern update to the century-old home. No, owner Samantha Lotti isn't planning to demolish any part of the architectural wonder. Rather, her updates seek to make the house more climate-friendly. Lotti recently outlined her extensive...
Newborn boy, father shot outside Chicago Walgreens, police say
A newborn baby and his father were both taken to the hospital in critical condition after a shooting in Little Village Saturday afternoon. A 3-month-old boy and his 21-year-old father were shot while in a car outside of a nearby Walgreens.
Shuttered Oak Forest Hospital Provides Unexpected Windfall to Chicago Migrants with Clothing Donations
In a quietly philanthropic move, nearly a thousand new clothing items found their way from the shuttered Oak Forest Hospital to support migrants arriving in Chicago. The Cook County Department of Facilities Management uncovered a cache of 866 pairs of shoes and 81 pairs of pants during preparations for an upcoming partial demolition of the hospital's campus. The hospital, which closed in 2011, once served an impoverished population and now reaches across the divide of time to aid a new group in need.
Chicago Bulls get surprisingly good news for the first time this offseason
For the first time this offseason, the Chicago Bulls get surprisingly good news on the Lonzo Ball front. After initially signing a four-year deal with the Chicago Bulls during the 2021 NBA offseason, Lonzo Ball has only played in 35 games (all of which came in that first season). He was shut down with a knee injury that didn't seem all that serious at the time, but it's forced him to miss the last two complete seasons. While there have been encouraging signs in the past of his potential return, he hasn't been closer to a full bill of health than he currently is right now.
Rainy Sunday in Chicago's forecast, with severe storms possible this week
The Chicago area will see plenty of unsettled weather in coming days, with hot and humid conditions and a threat of severe thunderstorms in the forecast. Sunday will see average temps in the Chicago area, with highs in the low-80s, but there will be several chances of rain during the day. While severe weather is not expected, some showers and storms could produce locally heavy downpours, leading to isolated flash flooding in the region.
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