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Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin Could Soon Experience A ‘Rodent Rampage’ In Their Homes
You may need to charge rent to a few critters before too long. Some of us have had to deal with snakes and bugs in our houses or on our property this summer. And now, one of the best parts of fall is that all of those crawl back into the earth where they belong.
Big Change Coming to 108 Illinois Target Stores to Stop Theft
If you have worked any length of time in retail, you know theft is one of the biggest dangers to survival of a business. Target knows this and has announced a big change that will likely affect all 108 stores in Illinois if it hasn't already. Yahoo Finance just shared...
Public service campaign blasts Kamala Harris’ electric vehicle agenda
(The Center Square) – It is Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s lofty goal to have one million electric vehicles on Illinois roads in less than six years, and now a public service campaign is critical of his political party’s EV agenda. The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) has launched an ad campaign called “Driver’s Seat” […]
New Law Lets Illinois Parents Roll Over Unused College Money to IRA’s
Illinois parents can now roll over leftover funds from their Bright Start and Bright Directions 529 College Savings Accounts into a Roth IRA, thanks to a new law signed by Treasurer Michael Frerichs. Expanded Options for College Savings. This law will provide families with an additional option for managing any...
Special Airline For Dogs Now Flies Out Of Illinois
If you love traveling with your dog, there is now a new and better option flying out of Illinois. Don't get me wrong, I love animals, especially my pets. I just don't understand how people bring them on vacation and travel with the little creatures. Manly, because it's not easy. It's hard enough going through an airport with yourself let alone with a dog.
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
EIU Volleyball Battles Illinois State In Saturday Exhibtion
CHARLESTON, Ill. – The Eastern Illinois volleyball team took on Illinois State in an exhibition match on Saturday evening in front of an electric home crowd inside Groniger Arena. The in-state rivals played a full five sets, including a thrilling 33-31 battle in set two. The Panthers gave fans a lot to look forward to with some stellar performances from returners and former all-conference selections Kaitlyn Flynn and Catalina Rochaix , while a stable of new faces introduced themselves to the EIU faithful with strong outings of their own. EIU will now turn their attention to the regular season opener...
Urgent Recall of Fudge Sold in Illinois Due to Dangerous Mold
There are few things more disgusting in life than when you grab what you're expecting to be a delicious food item only to learn that it's been taken over by mold. It's more than just annoying and now there's an urgent recall in Illinois due to fudge that has the potential to be a mold monster.
Illinois Football: An Eye on the Opponent’s Top Player
Illinois football is nearly underway! The Illini are ready to kick off their 2024 campaign on Thursday evening vs Eastern Illinois. The Panthers will travel just 55 miles to play in Champaign. EIU heavily progressed last season under 2nd-year head coach Chris Wilkerson. The Panthers nearly made the FCS Playoffs...
Trailer containing eggs catches fire on I-70
MONTROSE, Ill. (WCIA) — Multiple agencies responded to a semi-truck transporting eggs that caught on fire on I-70 near Montrose on Sunday afternoon. It happened around 1:45 p.m. near mile marker 104 on I-70. State Police said it started as a break fire and then spread. Firefighters with the Teutopolis Fire Protection District said the […]
Lake Land College Holding Golden Ticket Giveaway For Dual Credit Students
Lake Land College is holding a Golden Ticket giveaway for students enrolled in dual credit courses. At the start of the fall semester, all Lake Land College dual credit students will receive a welcome packet with helpful information and a giveaway. In addition, one randomly-selected student from each participating high school will receive a Golden Ticket, which can be redeemed for a personal campus tour and a free bag of Lake Land merchandise from the Laker Nest Bookstore. Winning students can arrange their visits and redeem their merchandise bags by contacting Tessa Wiles, Director of Dual Credit and Honors Experience, at 217-234-5044 or twiles@lakelandcollege.edu.
Some University of Illinois first-year students disappointed with temporary housing
Monday is the first day of class at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Some first-year students are disappointed with housing that lacks privacy and natural light. Amelie Lagunas is a first-year student majoring in early childhood education. She’s sharing a windowless student lounge inside Florida Avenue Residence Hall with three other roommates.
Chicago Bears cut ties with former Illinois football defensive lineman
This weekend was a bit brutal for some NFL hopefuls who came out of the Illinois football program. Even though some of the Illini didn’t get picked in the 2024 NFL Draft, they still were able to sign on with NFL franchises in hopes of impressing the coaching staff.
No more excuses for Bret Bielema and Illinois Football
Bret Bielema and his program at Illinois are a handful of days from playing a real game that counts on the record to start the 2024 football season. There is no doubt that the HBC has raised the floor of the program since his arrival three and a half years ago. Hoping to be competitive is no longer on the minds of Illinois fans.
Thursday Night Football Parking Advisory for Illinois season opener
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) --With the Illinois football team set to host Eastern Illinois on Thursday night at Memorial Stadium, several updates to parking and tailgating are noted below. The game is scheduled to kick off at 8 p.m. CT. For information on Memorial Stadium, please visit the Gameday Guide. ACCESSIBLE...
Charles Morris of Bloomington remembered for decades-long fight for racial justice
A civil rights pioneer from Bloomington is being remembered as a respected and thoughtful leader who fought for racial justice for decades. Longtime Illinois State University faculty member and community leader Charles Morris died recently at age 92. Morris told WGLT in a 2023 interview he’s seen great progress toward...
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