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Insect Invasion: These Illinois Cities Combatting Bed Bug Onslaught
Bed bugs, once nearly eradicated, have experienced a dramatic resurgence in recent years. In Illinois, particularly in urban areas, this resurgence has reached alarming levels. As these pests continue to invade homes, hotels, and public spaces, both residents and local authorities are grappling with the challenges of dealing with these unwanted intruders. This article explores the bed bug epidemic in Illinois, highlights cities that are facing significant challenges, and examines the ongoing efforts to combat this persistent problem.
New Malware Threatens Android Users in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin: Could Empty Your Bank Account
Residents of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin need to be aware of a new and particularly dangerous malware targeting Android phones. This malware, known as BingoMod, can steal money from your accounts and then wipe your phone clean. It can swipe up to $16,000 in one go using on-device fraud techniques. What's even more concerning is that BingoMod is still in development, with its creators continuously adding more features to evade detection.
Lead service line removal is underway across Illinois, but some homeowners say it's not fast enough
The call from the pediatrician’s office came to Christine Grice’s phone on the way home. At a regular, six-month checkup in November 2023, her infant son had been tested for lead — a small pinprick on his big toe. The test results indicated a high level of...
USDA official says farmers markets bring communities together in Illinois
(The Center Square) – A U.S. Department of Agriculture official is highlighting the importance of farmers markets in Illinois. The USDA reports there are 290 certified farmers markets in Illinois, from Carbondale to Bloomington to the Chicago area. USDA Under Secretary Jenny Lester Moffitt said farmers markets play a vital role in providing access to fresh, locally grown produce and other agricultural products while supporting the health and well-being of...
IL STATE FAIR AGRICULTURAL DAY TOMORROW
(SPRINGFIELD) A number of agricultural groups will be represented tomorrow at the State Fair during Agriculture Day, including the Illinois Farm Bureau, Illinois Pork Producers, Illinois Soybean Association, Illinois Specialy Growers Association, and others, all of which will share information on current ag policies and concerns of the farming community in Illinois. Livestock exhibitors, youth in agriculture participants, and statewide farmers will also be on the hand to celebrate the state’s number one industry. Illinois’ agricultural output generates more than $51 billion every year to the state’s economy, including over $19 billion from agricultural commodities and billions more from related industries. Illinois is the top soybean producing state in America and the second largest producer of corn.
Butter believe it: Illinois State Fair kicked off with unveiling of 800 pound butter cow
Governor Pritzker, First Lady MK Pritzker, and Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton presided Wednesday, a day ahead of the Illinois State Fair’s opening day, over the unveiling of this year’s butter sculpture. It’s the 103rd butter cow.
Instead of competing for land, some farmers and solar developers want to work side by side
Matt Riggs’ family has been farming in Urbana since 1874. But his parents had to work second jobs to cushion themselves from the volatile corn and soybean markets that dominate Illinois’ agricultural sector. It quickly became clear that Riggs would also need to find another income stream if he wanted to keep the farm. He expects to lose $200 to $300 on each acre of corn this year, but a craft brewery he and his brother started is keeping the family farm afloat. ...
New IHSA rule limits baseball, softball players’ participation in All-Star games
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The IHSA bylaws now limit high school baseball and softball players from playing in state All-Star games. The rule states that high school athletes can compete after their senior season ends. Previously, the rule only impacted high school athletes in football, basketball and volleyball. However, the change on July 1st now includes […]
Illinois State Police investigates officer involved shooting in deep Southern Illinois
Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation has been requested by the US Marshals Service to investigate an officer involved shooting. State Police report on Tuesday night deputies with the Marshals Service and an officer with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources were attempting to serve an arrest warrant issued from Indiana on 40-year-old Floyd D. Caudill of Oakland City, Indiana. Caudill was tracked to the Lake Glendale Campground in Golconda. After verbal contact, Caudill refused to exit his tent. A shot was fired from within the tent and a deputy marshal returned fire. Caudill was subsequently located deceased in the tent.
Missouri and Illinois farms honor Peanuts’ 75th birthday with corn mazes
Three Illinois farms, including two in the northern part of the state, are among 75 around the United States and Canada taking part in an 'a-maze-ing' tribute to Peanuts, one of America's beloved comic strips.
Illinois Is Getting Rid Of It’s State Grocery Tax
You may not have to pay as much for groceries in Illinois. Inflation has hit us all hard, especially when it comes to getting groceries. It feels like we're always paying more for food when we're actually getting less (looking at you, bags of chips). But luckily, Illinoisans might be...
A new Illinois bill would transform how the state funds higher education
Illinois Senate Majority Leader Kimberly Lightford just introduced a bill that would transform how the state funds higher education. Northern Illinois University president Lisa Freeman served on the state’s Commission on Equitable Public University Funding. Their task was to create a “data-driven approach” to funding higher-ed. That’s...
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