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Excitement building for IHSA's first girls flag football season
It’s an all-American game, and now girls are stepping up to the line this fall, with flag football making its debut as a Illinois High School Association recognized sport. What started in Chicago with 15 teams in 2021, ballooned to 109 teams by 2023.
Georgia man wanted for armed robbery apprehended in Sesser, Illinois
SESSER, Ill. (KFVS) - A man wanted for armed robbery out of Georgia was apprehended in southern Illinois. According to the Sesser Police Department, Marcus Ware was apprehended following a traffic stop in Sesser on Saturday, August 10. Ware lied about his date of birth and then attempted to flee on foot.
Two Arrested on Drug-related Charges in Sesser
SESSER – Two people were recently arrested and face drug-related charges following a traffic stop in Sesser. Sesser Police say Destacy Beppler of Mt. Vernon will face charges for Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Controlled Substances, Driving while License Suspended, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Matthew Phillips of Centralia...
#1 Reason Back-to-School Season is the Best Time of Year in Illinois
There's nothing better than going to the store on a Tuesday, in the middle of the day, and not seeing a single child in sight. Maybe that's just me, but boy is it nice!. It honestly feels like summer just started, but now we're headed into the new school year. Oh, how time passes us by!
WOW – Special Double Sky Event Visible Over Illinois in September
If you enjoy pretty sky events, you might want to save a date in September as a double sky event will be visible over Illinois all year will happen then - with one caveat. Earth/Sky has a great guide to the supermoons of 2024 and the one over Illinois in September should be the brightest of them all plus it will not be the only special sight in the sky that night. Save the date of September 18, 2024 as the moon that night will be a Super Harvest Moon.
Trump calls Pritzker 'a real loser' in X conversation with Musk
(The Center Square) – Former President Donald Trump used part of his conversation with Tesla founder Elon Musk on Monday, to criticize Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker as a “real loser.” For years, Pritzker has been critical of the former president. Recently, after the attempted assassination of Trump, Pritzker said he does not condone political violence and is glad Trump survived. “But it’s still true that Donald Trump is a convicted...
Digital licenses, pesticide notices and more: These new Illinois laws were signed Friday
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Governor J.B. Pritzker signed more than 250 bills into law Friday afternoon. Here is a list of some of those new laws that you should know about. 1. Notification for public pesticide application Any pesticide applicators working for the government will need to provide public notice before spraying chemicals on public […]
Marion woman charged with theft, forgery, wire fraud
MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – A Marion woman faces theft, forgery and wire fraud charges. AnnaMarie E. Cook of Marion faces charges of theft (over $100,000) (Class X Felony), forgery (Class 3 Felony) and wire fraud (Class 3 Felony). Williamson County Sheriff’s deputies executed a search warrant at a home...
Veterans on Parade Celebrates 20th Anniversary September 7
MARION – Mark your calendar now for Saturday, Sept. 7 as the annual Veterans on Parade will take place along Main Street in Marion. It will get underway at 10 a.m. The event honors our veterans and first responders and is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Ed Davis,...
New South Beloit marijuana dispensary awarded Illinois ‘social equity’ loan
SOUTH BELOIT, Ill. (WTVO) — A second cannabis dispensary, coming to South Beloit, will benefit from a $240,000 “social equity” forgivable loan from the State of Illinois. Cloud Haven Dispensary, at 1322 Gardner Street, owned by the Chicago-based Wah Group LLC, was one of 23 dispensaries receiving a portion of $5.5 million in loans through […]
Mulberry Grove Student Places In 2024 Cream Of The Crop Photography Contest
Nine photographers ages 8 to 18 won Bright Start college savings scholarships in the Cream of the Crop Photo Contest, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced today. “The students showed amazing creativity and talent with these photos,” Frerichs said. “The images beautifully capture the wonderful diversity of Illinois agriculture.”...
Green Street: North of the Border
Aug. 14—is a name to know in Big Ten women's basketball circles. The four-star Class of 2025 forward, after all, has cut her college choices down to four. And all four hail from the Big Ten. The 6-foot-2 Fort Erie, Ontario, native announced on Instagram last Friday her finalist list had been narrowed to Illinois, Maryland, Michigan and Minnesota. The 17-year-old is among a number of ...
Two Charged With Theft from T.J. Maxx Store in Union City
Two people from Union City have been charged with theft from T.J.Maxx, located on West Reelfoot Avenue. Police reports said an officer responded to the business, following the discovery of shoplifting that occurred between July 9th and July 21st. Police were informed the business loss prevention investigator had been notified...
Milkman Gets Nod To KGF Hall of Fame
Murray State women's golf coaching legend Velvet Milkman has been inducted into the Kentucky Golf Foundation's Hall of Fame, adding to a prestigious career that includes a spot in the 2024 Murray State Hall of Fame class. Milkman founded the MSU women's golf program in 1993 and led the team to 12 OVC Championships over 29 seasons, remaining a significant figure in collegiate golf until her retirement in May 2022. Her teams performed exceptionally both on the course, with accolades for individual players, and in academics, showcasing a commitment to excellence in multiple arenas.
Ribbon cutting held for new Franklin County Coroner’s Office, morgue
BENTON, Ill. (KFVS) - A ribbon cutting and open house was held on Wednesday for the new Franklin County Coroner’s Office and morgue. The ceremony took place on August 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This new 5,700-foot building is located at 407 East Washington Street in Benton,...
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