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Central IL educators preview new goals, initiatives as school year begins
CENTRAL ILLINOIS, (WCIA) — For many districts across Central Illinois, their superintendents feel the school year is off to a great start. As teachers and students adjust to the daily routine of being in a classroom once again, many administrators are looking ahead to new programs being introduced in schools. In Decatur, there is a […]
More Illinois communities explore reinstating grocery tax
(The Center Square) – Not everyone is onboard with the elimination of the grocery tax in Illinois, including a number of communities around the state considering implementing their own tax when the state's expires. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Illinois will eliminate its 1% tax on grocery items. Gov. J.B. Pritzker included the change in his fiscal year 2025 budget. “We eliminated the state sales tax on groceries, which helps every...
Illinois’ Favorite Fast Food Chain Wins Local Talk Show Title
It's always time to celebrate when Portillo's cake is involved. This week Portillo's took home the honor of 'Stateline's Best Party Food,' on FOX39's Good Day Stateline. When you think party food, what comes to mind? Pasta? Sandwiches? Salads? Cake? Fun drinks? If that's not what you're thinking about... I'm not sure I want to be invited to your party.
Major Mall Retailer With 18 Illinois Spots Closing Over 50 Stores
I'm not telling you anything that you don't already know when I say that malls across the country really aren't doing very well, and we're seeing a lot of store closings that prove the point. Here's just a sample of stores that were once thought to be "mall staples" that have closed or are closing locations:
Many Illinois Shopping Malls Are Closing, One Is Thriving
Consumer shopping habits have changed so dramatically in the last four years, that brick-and-mortar stores and most malls can no longer compete. Two once popular Illinois malls have closed in the last month and more are coming. What is Woodfield Mall's secret?. Why Are So Many Illinois Malls Closing. West...
As Illinois college enrollment numbers decline, budget deficits pop up
(The Center Square) – Republican state Sen. Chapin Rose is urging top university officials across the state to be smart in taking the steps to ensure their survival at a time when at least three institutions are facing fiscal year 2024 deficits of at least $14 million. At Northern Illinois University, school officials recently reported a $31.8 million deficit, while at Western Illinois University as many as 124 faculty and staff members were recently shown the door as part of a plan to erase a...
Why Illinois is About to Be Invaded by Thousands Fleeing Florida
I was under the impression that Florida was one of the top destinations for people fleeing other states. Apparently, I had that backwards as there is new evidence showing that there is currently an exodus happening from the Sunshine State and many are heading directly toward Illinois. The Daily Mail...
Watch Out, 100 Foot Rule Can Cause You Big Trouble in Illinois
100 feet doesn't sound like that much distance, but in Illinois, it can be the difference between you and big trouble with law enforcement. We're approaching the season when remembering this and following the rules will be more important than ever. If you're not familiar with what people refer to...
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