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Ahead of 2024 election, women voters in the Chicago suburbs weigh in on top issues
Illinois voters are hoping to gain a better understanding of where both major presidential candidates stand on various topics after Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks Thursday night, formally accepting the Democratic nomination. Suburban women came out strong to the polls in the 2020 presidential election. "Women are more than...
Another Potentially Deadly Virus May Be Coming to Iowa
There are a lot of bugs around Eastern Iowa this summer. Largely because of all the rain we've had, mosquitos are chief among those pesky visitors who love to disrupt our outdoor fun. We all know mosquitos can carry terrible diseases like West Nile Virus. While the chances of getting...
Another Iowa nurse sanctioned for fraudulent credentials, ‘extreme’ dishonesty
The State of Iowa has revoked the license of another nurse who practiced in the state for years with a fraudulently obtained license. Over the past year, several Iowa-licensed nurses have been sanctioned for obtaining degrees through diploma mills that were uncovered by federal investigators as part of Operation Nightingale. The most recent case involves […]
Auburn celebrates Union Park's reopening with new features and upgrades
Auburn officials cutting the ribbon to the newly renovated Auburn Park. Auburn, Ill — Today, officials in Auburn held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the renovations to Union Park. The park is ready for the public, equipped with new playground equipment, walking paths and pickleball courts. They are also...
Taylorville DMV closed during ‘One-Stop-Shop’ renovations
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Taylorville’s DMV facility is going to be closed for the next week while it undergoes renovation. The office of Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said the DMV is going to be renovated into a “One-Stop-Shop” design, which will combine both vehicle and drivers’ services at a single service counter. The renovation […]
Meet Penny, this week's pet of the week!
Quincy, Ill. (KHQA) — Meet Penny, this week's pet of the week!. Penny is 2 and a half years old and is a Lab/Hound mix. She has quickly become a staff favorite with her goofy, bubbly, and happy-go-lucky personality. Penny is ready to learn, is very smart, walks good on a leash, and loves to explore.
UIS Volleyball wraps up preparation for their first exhibition at SIUE
Springfield, IL. (WICS) — The Prairie Stars volleyball team enters 2024 after a down 9-17 season, but they bring in loads of new faces for head coach Kamille Jones' fourth season. One thing she repeated concerning what she wants to see in 2024: "I'm really just looking to make some noise this year," said Jones. They will be able to try to shake things up this season as they enter their first exhibition on August 24th with only two returning starters. This means plenty of opportunity to make noise in the starting lineup and the GLVC.
Pigskin Preview 2024: Pawnee Indians
Next stop on the Pigskin Preview, 8-man football in Pawnee. The Indians reached the second round of the playoffs last year and have first-year head coach Josh Talley this season. We spoke to Talley and Senior Riley McElroy about the Pawnee season.
14 new firefighters bolster Springfield’s ranks, ready to protect the Capital City
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – On Thursday, Springfield Fire Department Chief Ed Canny had the honor of swearing in 14 new firefighters at the Springfield Firefighter’s Lake Club. The firefighters graduated from the Springfield Fire Department’s Training Academy. The academy training includes emergency medical training, basic...
Boil Order Issued for Portion of Woodson
A boil order is in effect for a portion of Woodson. According to an announcement by the Murrayville Water Department, Victory Lane and Jeffrey Drive in Woodson are under a boil order until further notice. Officials say the notice only covers the area involving those two streets. Residents along those...
August Sports Mom of the Month: South Fork’s Stephanie Henley
Congratulations to our YMCA of Springfield Sports Mom of the Month! South Fork’s Stephanie Henley has won the Sports Mom of the Month for August! Be sure to come back every month to see who won. If you want to nominate a sports mom for this honor, you can...
Fall culinary adventure at Memorial Hospital Teaching Kitchen set for Sept. 27
CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Memorial Hospital Health and Wellness Center Teaching Kitchen will be the site of “The Best of Fall Foods” with Chef Amber Clark and registered dietitian Ashlyn Housewright on Friday, Sept. 27. This class will begin at 10 a.m. and wrap up after lunch.
Parental right advocate worries about Harris-Walz administration school policies
Critics question if the Harris-Walz administration would nationalize progressive school policies about transgender students and parental rights. The Director of Outreach at Parents Defending Education, Erika Sanzi, is worried that more schools will start teaching health and other curricula similar to those taught in Chicago where she says education on hormone blockers starts in elementary school.
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