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Eastern Missouri and Kentucky Forecast: Scattered Storms, Dangerous Heat Ahead
Paducah, KY – Eastern Missouri and Kentucky residents are preparing for a week of extreme weather as scattered showers and thunderstorms will give way to oppressive heat. The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky, forecasts showers and thunderstorms from Sunday through Monday, with a lower chance of rain persisting through the rest of the week.
Illinois Woman Wins $1 Million In Lottery, Immediately Pays It Forward
This is the kind of person that should win the lottery. Some people really have the gift of being authentically selfless and enjoy helping other people. That seems to be the case for a woman from Aurora. According to the Illinois Lottery, Antoinette ‘Toni’ Green of Aurora won $1 million...
Illinois Now Forecast to Lose 400,000 Residents in Next 20 Years
There's good news and bad news about a new population forecast for Illinois. The bad news is that the state is forecast to lose almost 400,000 residents in the next couple of decades. The good news is rentals should be easier to find. This is based on a new ranking...
Freedom Alliance leader addresses issues with energy sources
(The Center Square) – Concerns are being raised as solar energy facilities displace Midwestern farmland. The Institute for Energy Research reports that the target for solar operations is increasingly in the Midwest, where government subsidies allow solar companies to pay more to rent land than the farmers feeding the nation. Myke Luebbers of the Illinois Freedom Alliance […]
GROSS! Illinois Will Experience A “Bug Boom” This Summer
With warmer-than-average weather sweeping across Illinois, residents are noticing a surge in bug and insect activity. The unseasonable temperatures have created an ideal environment for these critters to thrive, leading to an unexpected influx in homes and gardens. In Illinois, in addition, to the warmer temperatures, we've also experienced more...
Deadly Listeria Outbreak Hits Midwest States
Dozens sick and 2 dead as a new listeria outbreak from deli meat spreads through the Midwest to the East Coast. The CDC is currently investigating the source of this most recent listeria outbreak and has so far connected this issue to meat sliced at delis,. Many people in this...
Congress Passes Illinois Rep Sorensen’s Bill to Ensure American Flags are Made in America
The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed Congressman Eric Sorensen’s (IL-17) bipartisan All-American Flag Act, which will require the federal government to only purchase flags that are entirely produced and manufactured in the United States. The bill now goes to the president’s desk to be signed into law.
Real estate sales in Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties for July 28, 2024
These real estate transactions, recorded the week of July 15, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. PEORIA COUNTY 1205 E. Frye Ave., Peoria: John E. and Kimberly A. Herington to Ryan Nacke, $79,000. ...
Person dies after falling at Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County: Illinois DNR
One person is dead after falling at Starved Rock State Park on Saturday afternoon, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources said.The incident was reported about 4:30 p.m. at Illinois Canyon in the park. Police remained on the scene into Saturday evening.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe LaSalle County coroner was also on the scene.What caused the fall was not immediately clear, and ABC7 is working to find out more about the victim.Authorities did not immediately provide further information.
'I'm in shock': Peoria City soccer dominates semifinal, will play for USL2 national championship
PEORIA — The Peoria City soccer team’s run through the USL2 playoffs continued Sunday with a blowout win in the national semifinals at Shea Stadium. The City got a hat trick from forward Luke Persenico to beat Tucson, 5-1, and advance to the national championship match. ...
Several families displaced by apartment fire
PEORIA, Ill. – Careless use of smoking materials is listed as the cause of a two-alarm fire at a Peoria apartment complex. Firefighters were called to the area of Gale and Institute around 5:15 p.m. Saturday. They found heavy smoke and fire coming from the roof of the two-story apartment complex that houses 10 apartments.
The Dream Center gave away over 2,000 backpacks for those starting classes soon
PEORIA (25News Now) - With less than 5 days till the start of school local organizations are looking to help students get ready. On Saturday morning, the Dream Center gave away over 2,000 backpacks loaded for K-12 students with school supplies, and the first hundred kids received $10 gift cards for uniforms.
Ottawa man shot in La Salle early Sunday; receiving treatment at OSF Ottawa
An Ottawa man is being treated for gunshot wounds received in La Salle this morning. (Sunday 7-28). La Salle Police's Detective Sergeant Brian Camenisch said officers went to the 100 block of Tonti about 1:30am for reported possible gunshots. At the scene, officers learned an unidentified man had been shot...
Whitney’s Walk brings focus to suicide prevention and awareness
BRIMFIELD, Ill. – Help is available to people who have entered a dark moment in their lives is among the messages provided through Whitney’s Walk. The 21st annual Whitney’s Walk for Suicide Prevention and Awareness stepped off Saturday at Jubilee State Park, The event consists of a 5k timed run and a 5k walk.
Gold Star 500 Mission Group To Make Stop In Effingham September 25th
The Gold Star 500 might start in Superman’s hometown of Metropolis (Illinois), but Gold Star Mission’s more than 512-mile Gold Star 500 endurance bicycle ride is honoring real heroes from Sept. 24-28. The Gold Star 500 helps ensure we ‘Always Remember, Never Forget’ the sacrifices of our fallen...
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