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In the wake of Sonya Massey's death, advocates want the state to act
Calls of “Justice for Sonya” rang through the sanctuary of a church on Chicago’s West Side on Tuesday at a rally hosted in response to the death of Sonya Massey on July 6. Massey, a Black woman, was killed in her home by Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputy...
Listeria outbreak prompts Kroger recall of produce, dips sold in 5 states
A possible listeria contamination has prompted a flurry of recalls recently of vegetables, salsas and deli meat. Kroger shoppers in five states are once again being asked to check their fridges for products that may be contaminated.
Illinois Bug Warning: The Lone Star Tick Can Make You Really Sick
You're probably sick and tired of hearing and talking about bugs in Illinois after nearly a year of being pelted around the clock with information about the upcoming (now gone) historic cicada emergence in Illinois. Spoiler alert: Cicada-geddon totally lived up to the hype in some areas, while other areas...
Illinois study looks at health toll of homelessness
(WIFR) - People experiencing homelessness are more likely to have a reduced life expectancy and have a greater risk of being the victim of a violent assault or murder, a study from the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health finds. The “Illinois Homelessness Morbidity and Mortality Report...
Prosecutors deny Supreme Court ruling sinks Madigan corruption case
(The Center Square) – Federal prosecutors said a narrow U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the federal bribery statute doesn't sink their corruption case against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Defense attorneys for Madigan and co-defendant Michael McClain, a close Madigan associate, have said the case should be dropped after the Supreme Court blunted the federal bribery statute's scope with a June decision. Prosecutors told a judge that's plain wrong. ...
With more incoming students than expected, University of Illinois offers returning students $2,000 to move off campus
CHAMPAIGN – The University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign has more incoming students this year than can fit in its dorms. So, UIUC is offering $2,000 – plus 100 meal tickets – to returning students to move off campus. “We hope the compensation helps put students in a...
Luke Altmyer feeling loose and confident heading into year two
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — Quarterback Luke Altmyer’s confidence took a hit in his first season at Illinois. “I got a little hesitant with my decision making. Being afraid to make mistakes sometimes,” said AItmyer. Altmyer felt held back by the criticism that comes with being a starting college starting quarterback, and after working through that mental […]
Viscofan USA Faces $197,054 in Fines for Safety Failures
OSHA cites company for nine violations after two workers suffer severe injuries in separate incidents. Viscofan USA Inc., a global meat casing manufacturer, is facing $197,054 in fines following an OSHA investigation. The Danville, Illinois-based company was cited for nine violations after two employees suffered severe injuries in January and February 2024.
Mattoon, Paxton cleaning up damage left by overnight storms
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — People are still picking up after storms rolled through Central Illinois overnight. Mattoon was one of the areas impacted the most in Central Illinois. There were multiple downed branches and limbs, with reports of one falling on a car. There were also downed power lines that left about 3,500 people in […]
City of Decatur launches new-look website
July 31, 2024 -The City of Decatur has launched an upgrade and new look to its decaturil.gov website. The City worked with CivicPlus, the leading government website provider, to re-design the site and provide new communication and engagement tools. Along with a new look, the site has new features:. A...
LISTEN: Millikin’s Dr. Erika Cornelius Smith and Matthew Flaten on Byers & Co
July 31, 2024 – Dr. Erika Cornelius Smith and Matthew Flaten of Millikin University joined Byers & Co to talk about her new role as Director of Alumni Engagement and upcoming events on campus. Listen to the podcast now!
Illinois football once again snubbed from a preseason award watchlist
Heading into what should be a pretty good 2024 campaign, the Illinois football team doesn’t have a lot of backers. Let me rephrase that, the Illini fans are backing the program, but outside of the Illinois bubble, there aren’t a lot of people who think we have quality talent.
Lake Decatur to host 2024 Fall Frenzy High School Bass Fishing Tournament in October
July 31, 2024 – The City of Decatur, Maroa-Forsyth High School Bass Fishing Team, Decatur Area Convention & Visitors Bureau of Illinois, and Village of Forsyth are sponsoring the second annual 2024 Fall Frenzy High School Bass Fishing Tournament on Lake Decatur. The event will be a 2-day tournament...
New pool still in city’s plans as false rumors dispelled
GIBSON CITY — A group of 23 citizens gathered at Monday night’s Gibson City Council committee meeting to hear the status of a long-promised new municipal swimming pool. Attendees were mostly parents but included some senior citizens who use the existing pool at Gibson City’s North Park for water aerobics.
Chicago abortion providers brace for new clients seeking care after Iowa ban takes effect
Abortion providers in Chicago and Illinois are expecting a surge of out-of-state patients after Iowa’s six-week abortion ban went into effect Monday. The state became the fourth in the U.S. to enact a ban on abortions after six weeks, which is before most people know they’re pregnant. The Iowa Supreme Court upheld the ban, which was passed last year by the Republican-controlled statehouse.