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CITY OF NEWTON TO APPLY FOR THE ENERGY TRANSITION COMMUNITY GRANT
(NEWTON) The City of Newton has received an invitation to apply for the Energy Transition Community Grant for a second year. The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is prepared to reimburse the municipality for $61,697 on a project that will increase tourism and invest in economic development. The project currently being considered is the construction of pickleball courts. This is in line with last year’s submission of upgrades to the baseball and softball fields. It is currently the intention of the city to improve or add on to the current amenities offered in order to attract new residents and businesses. Therefore, the residents of Newton are invited to attend a public meeting prior to tomorrow night’s Newton City Council meeting at the Newton City Hall. The public meeting starts at 5:15 before the Council meeting at 6:00.
One hurt in Monday morning semi crash on I-57
TOLONO, Ill. (WCIA) — One person was hurt Monday morning when a semi-truck overturned on I-57 in Champaign County. State Police said the crash happened in the northbound lanes at Milepost 116 near Tolono. They determined that for unknown reasons, the driver of the truck lost control of their vehicle, went into the median of […]
Severe Weather in Illinois: Possible Tornado Ripped Through Manhattan Subdivision Overnight
Manhattan, IL – A large area of Manhattan Township, including the entirety of Ranch Oaks Subdivision, was struck by a suspected tornado on Monday at approximately 9:30 p.m. The severe weather brought damaging winds and heavy rainfall, causing significant disruptions and damage throughout the area. According to the Manhattan...
Illinois par charged with Metropolis theft
An Illinois pair were charged with a Metropolis theft on Saturday. Metropolis Police were called to the Smith Auction and Thrift store on West 10th Street. Upon arrival officers met with the caller who gave a description of a vehicle that had stolen items from the side of the building that were for sale.
Severe storms with tornado reports whip through Midwest, killing 1, cutting power to 460K
CHICAGO (AP) — Storms spawning multiple tornado reports blew through Iowa, Illinois — including Chicago — and Indiana on Monday, downing trees and power poles and cutting power to more than 460,000 customers and businesses. A woman in Indiana died after a tree fell onto a home, authorities said.
Severe weather slams central Illinois, again
For the second time in as many nights, damaging winds caused widespread damage and power outages. The storms Monday night resulted in staggering wind gusts. A corn crib was destroyed by a 105 mile per hour wind gust near Camp Grove in Marshall County. South Pekin clocked a 78 mile per hour wind gust, Elmwood 71 mph and Lewistown 70 mph. Wind gusts of 60 to 70 miles per hour were common over most of the area. Several communities reported wind damage with the main problem being trees and tree limbs knocking down power lines and causing roads and streets to be blocked. We’ll get a better idea of damage when it’s daylight. The Monday night storms hit as some communities were cleaning up from storms Sunday night which caused damage in Henry and Bloomington.
Has There Ever Been a Shark Attack in Illinois?
There is a rare species of shark that can survive in salt and fresh water but did one attack a boy in Lake Michigan near Chicago?. I'm not going to lie, I was watching Shark Week stuff on TV and wondered if there had ever been a shark attack in any bodies of water in Illinois. I know just mentioning it sounds ridiculous, but I have Googled stranger things.
Here's the week-by-week high school football schedule for the Springfield area
The Illinois High School Association released its high school football schedules ahead of the start of the season next month. Here are the schedules for The State Journal-Register's entire coverage area from Week 1 through Week 9. Central State Eight WEEK 1 ...
Alarming Number of Dengue Fever Cases in Illinois, CDC Warns
It might just be the most urgent health issue in America right now and it's especially becoming a big problem for Illinois. The CDC is warning about an explosion of cases of dengue fever and Illinois is among the states with the most incidents. Dengue fever is a virus that...
Nap? Study Claims 1 Out of Every 3 in Illinois ‘Always Tired’
Boy, do I identify with this one. There's a new study that claims that one out of every three people in Illinois are 'always tired'. I need a nap. How about you?. This is an interesting new study from Talker which sampled a huge amount of people to learn about their energy level (or lack thereof). The big picture takeaway from their questions is that one out of every 3 people say they often or always feel tired even after a good night's sleep. Something is very wrong here.
Illinois and Wisconsin Kids Invited to Bring Their Small Businesses to August Market
Are your kids obsessed with making friendship bracelets? Hosting lemonade stands? Turn their hobbies into cash this August in Rockton, Illinois. When I think back to being a kid and wanting to earn a few extra bucks, I land on a memory of my friends and I creating some sort of dog's baby-sitting service.
1 in 5 Illinoisans Impacted: Governor Pritzker Signs Landmark Healthcare Protection Act to Combat ‘Predatory’ Insurance Tactics
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has enacted the Healthcare Protection Act to prevent insurance companies from using unfair tactics like step therapy and inadequate coverage, aiming to improve access to timely and necessary healthcare across the state. Illinois’ Healthcare Protection Act Targets Unfair Insurance Practices and Improves Access to Care According to the Audacy, Illinois Governor […]
Get got a 9 year sentence for carjacking a 69-year-old woman, but didn’t spend a single night in prison. Here’s why.
CHICAGO — Even in a state where most prison sentences are automatically cut in half, Damajae Mitchell’s situation is an eye-opener. Mitchell, 20, pleaded guilty late last month to carjacking and trying to rob a 69-year-old woman on the Northwest Side. When he committed the crime, officials said, he had another carjacking case pending in juvenile court.
Autopsies Scheduled for Today Following Fatal Crash Friday
White County Coroner Chris Marsh says autopsies are scheduled for today in Springfield following a fatal accident just outside Carmi Friday. Illinois State Police say a 2000 Maroon Ford Mustang was southbound on Route 1 approaching 1350 North while a 2023 white Kia Forte was northbound at the same location. The vehicles collided near the center of the roadway. The drivers of both vehicles were pronounced dead on scene. A passenger in the Mustang, identified on social media as Kenny Ripley, was taken to an Evansville hospital with injuries. He suffered a broken arm, leg and foot as a result of the crash and is due for surgery Monday morning. Funeral arrangements are pending for Stormy Baker. A SpotFund has been set up to assist the family with expenses. Find it at http://spot.fund.dmqfm5sc. Arrangements for the other driver, a 58-year-old Carmi woman are also pending.
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