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I’m 17 and get hate daily after buying $51k Tesla Model 3 – trolls think it’s ‘daddy’s money’ but I earn $100k a year
A TEENAGER is criticized online by viewers who refuse to believe she bought a brand new Tesla with her own money. Most viewers suggested the $51,000 car was bought with her parents’ money. Seventeen-year-old content creator and student Sophia Castiblanco from Illinois has received hate daily because she earns nearly $100K per year as an […]
Illinois expanding Medicaid coverage for some, including convicted felons
(The Center Square) – The state of Illinois has federal approval to expand its Medicaid coverage to include convicted felons and those affected by firearm violence. The state received federal approval of its proposed Healthcare Transformation 1115 Demonstration waiver that will allow the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services to begin work to expand taxpayer funded Medicaid coverage. “Here in Illinois, the 1115 waiver is the cornerstone of our...
Prosecutors deny Supreme Court ruling sinks Madigan corruption case
(The Center Square) – Federal prosecutors said a narrow U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the federal bribery statute doesn't sink their corruption case against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Defense attorneys for Madigan and co-defendant Michael McClain, a close Madigan associate, have said the case should be dropped after the Supreme Court blunted the federal bribery statute's scope with a June decision. Prosecutors told a judge that's plain wrong. ...
Illinois quick hits: Assassination hearing underway; power outages in Springfield
Assassination hearing underway Members of Congress, including Illinois U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, are working to get answers to what happened before, during and after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on July 13. A joint hearing is underway unpacking the failures of the Secret Service that day in Butler, Pennsylvania. Durbin wants to know what changes are being made leading up to the Democratic National Convention next month in Chicago. ...
Southwest Indiana and Southeast Illinois Brace for Severe Thunderstorms Until 4 PM
Evansville, IN – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Paducah, Kentucky, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for a small portion of southwest Indiana and southeast Illinois, effective until 4 PM CDT. The primary concern with this late morning and midday round of thunderstorms is damaging winds reaching up to 60 mph, with the potential for large hail up to quarter size.
Newly dedicated Illinois bridge honors US military
MARION, Ill.— Illinois Transportation Secretary Omer Osman was joined by state and local officials on Monday to dedicate the new Westminster Drive bridge over Interstate 57, a project that pays tribute to the armed forces and veterans while serving an important transportation role for the region. “As the sun...
Popular Illinois Music Festival Hosts Adopt A Portapotty Contest
A music festival in Illinois is hosting a really fun contest where fans win a chance to adopt a porta-potty. Adopt A Portapotty Contest At Illinois Music Festival. My favorite music festival of all time is an annual event right here in Illinois. It's Riot Fest. I've been going for several years now. Not only do they have great live bands but there's also amazing food, beverages, and other entertainment.
Opposition growing over Chinese battery manufacturer locating in Illinois
(The Center Square) – As more revelations arise about a Chinese company that plans to build a battery plant in Kankakee County, opposition is building. Gotion is slated to receive over $8 billion in federal and state subsidies for its Manteno, Illinois, plant. The company plans to build a facility in Michigan as well, where Illinois U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Peoria, took part in a roundtable discussion on Gotion’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party. ...
25 Illinois Red Lobsters May Have Just Been Saved from Bankruptcy
The report of Red Lobster's demise may have been a bit premature after all. It appears that 25 Illinois locations may have just been saved from bankruptcy thanks to a sale in the 11th hour. According to Scrape Hero and Red Lobster's official site, there are currently 25 restaurants in...
Illinois Now Forecast to Lose 400,000 Residents in Next 20 Years
There's good news and bad news about a new population forecast for Illinois. The bad news is that the state is forecast to lose almost 400,000 residents in the next couple of decades. The good news is rentals should be easier to find. This is based on a new ranking...
Former Brad Underwood star provides momentum changer at the 2024 Olympic Games
As Illinois basketball fans await a much-anticipated season, there are things to take our minds off the fact we are still months away. Fans of the Illini program can pay attention to the football team. We are going to be a solid unit in 2024. Illinois fans can think about the potential lineup. I put together a projected Illinois lineup for 2024-25. There is also the 2024 Olympics you can watch.
Reducing tax burden said to be key focus for Bloomington council candidate
BLOOMINGTON (25News Now) - Saying he’s passionate about what lies ahead for the city, a political newcomer has announced he’s running for the Bloomington City Council. Roger Bedeker is a candidate in the 2025 election to represent Ward 9 covering parts of northeast Bloomington. Tom Crumpler is the current Ward 9 alderman, but he hasn’t said whether he will seek a second term.
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