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No Cellphones Will Be Allowed In This Illinois High School’s Classrooms
One high school in Illinois has a new policy coming up this fall. The issue of cellphones in classrooms has been going on for years. Do we let the kids have them in case a parent needs them? If so, can we trust them not to get distracted and scroll through apps or send unnecessary texts? Or should we just take the phones away from the kids completely?
Severe weather is possible on Tuesday!
The Enhanced Risk (3/5) is now extended south and east into the St. Louis metro area and southern Illinois for today into tonight. A line of severe thunderstorms will threaten damaging wind as strong as 80mph this afternoon in eastern Missouri and western Illinois. Large hail and a few brief tornadoes are also possible. Stay aware of any forecast updates and warnings, and be prepared to act when a warning is issued!
Illinois’ first dispensary with dockside service opens in Chicago suburb
FOX LAKE, Ill. - A new dispensary in suburban Chicago made waves in the cannabis industry with its grand opening Tuesday. Smokehouse, the state's first dispensary located directly on the water, opened at 44 US 12 in Fox Lake. The new store offers boat slips and a dedicated attendant, catering...
Was Another Alligator Spotted Swimming In Illinois Pond?
A mysterious creature was spotted in a pond in Illinois and you might be surprised with what they found. Witnesses Spot Strange Animal Swimming In Illinois Pond. I'm not sure why, but these kinds of stories fascinate me. Maybe, it's the thrill of the mystery. I'm talking about when residents of Illinois spot a strange and unknown creature. I do prefer it when there is an answer to the question as opposed to being unsolved.
Missouri & Illinois in Danger Zone of Hurricane-Force Winds, Hail
It appears that weather in many parts of Missouri and Illinois could get very interesting beginning Tuesday late morning/early afternoon. The expectations have now increased that both states could experience hurricane-force winds, hail and perhaps even some tornadoes. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center has elevated the advisory of severe weather developing...
5 Things To Know About Your Rights As a Day Laborer in Illinois
Dozens of South American day laborers, mostly from Venezuela, wait for work in the parking lot of Home Depot in the 4500 block of S Western Blvd on Monday, July 8, 2024. Like all workers, day laborers have the same legal protections as other American workers, regardless of immigration status, under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
COLUMN: The Heartbreak of Injustice, Remembering Sonya Massey
On July 6, 2024, Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old mother known for her boundless love, was brutally taken from us. Her life was extinguished in an act of violence that defies understanding—shot in the face by an Illinois police officer. The details of her death are gruesome: a bullet entered her left eye and exited through her neck killing Ms. Massey.
Peoria police seeking help in finding man wanted for murder
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Peoria police are asking for the public’s help in finding a murder suspect. According to a Tuesday Peoria police press release, 35-year-old Bryan Vann is wanted for first-degree murder in connection to the shooting death of another man in south Peoria. He is described as being 5 feet 10 inches tall and 185 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes.
Advocates identify ways to improve youth behavioral health services in Peoria area
Shorter wait lists, better transportation and a stronger workforce are some of the needs advocates say will improve youth behavioral health services in the Peoria area. Birth to Five was founded through a partnership between the state of Illinois and the Illinois Network of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies. The goal is to use community input to find ways to improve childcare in Illinois.
Hot, humid and stormy weather continues
PEORIA (25News Now) - Our off-and-on chances for showers and storms will continue, meaning that we’ll see a break in the action later today but more storms will be possible tonight and tomorrow morning. A strong or severe storm may be possible capable of high winds and heavy rain.
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