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Alarming Number of Dengue Fever Cases in Illinois, CDC Warns
It might just be the most urgent health issue in America right now and it's especially becoming a big problem for Illinois. The CDC is warning about an explosion of cases of dengue fever and Illinois is among the states with the most incidents. Dengue fever is a virus that...
Nap? Study Claims 1 Out of Every 3 in Illinois ‘Always Tired’
Boy, do I identify with this one. There's a new study that claims that one out of every three people in Illinois are 'always tired'. I need a nap. How about you?. This is an interesting new study from Talker which sampled a huge amount of people to learn about their energy level (or lack thereof). The big picture takeaway from their questions is that one out of every 3 people say they often or always feel tired even after a good night's sleep. Something is very wrong here.
Illinois and Wisconsin Kids Invited to Bring Their Small Businesses to August Market
Are your kids obsessed with making friendship bracelets? Hosting lemonade stands? Turn their hobbies into cash this August in Rockton, Illinois. When I think back to being a kid and wanting to earn a few extra bucks, I land on a memory of my friends and I creating some sort of dog's baby-sitting service.
1 in 5 Illinoisans Impacted: Governor Pritzker Signs Landmark Healthcare Protection Act to Combat ‘Predatory’ Insurance Tactics
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has enacted the Healthcare Protection Act to prevent insurance companies from using unfair tactics like step therapy and inadequate coverage, aiming to improve access to timely and necessary healthcare across the state. Illinois’ Healthcare Protection Act Targets Unfair Insurance Practices and Improves Access to Care According to the Audacy, Illinois Governor […]
Peoria man charged after he left his dog inside 150-degree car
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A 27-year-old Iowa man has been charged with animal cruelty after he allegedly left his dog inside a car under extreme heat. According to a press release from Anna Perales, a public information officer with the Peoria County State’s Attorney’s Office, Hunter Melsha, 27, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was charged with animal cruelty after keeping his dog in a car that was reportedly 150 degrees.
Hundreds Without Power until Tonight to Replace Utility Poles and Lines
Many Kewanee homes and businesses will be without power today after strong winds knocked down trees and utility poles from the storms last night. Ameren is estimating that power will be restored by 6 PM today. However, approximately 400 customers will remain without power until closer to midnight. Ameren is working as fast as it can to replace utility poles and power lines. The City of Kewanee said they will provide updates as they get them. Neponset remains without power as of 12:20 PM. There are more strong storms predicted for our area tonight, Monday, July 15th.
Author Martha Bergland set to give book talk in Bishop Hill
BISHOP HILL, ILL.– Author Martha Bergland will be on hand this weekend to discuss her latest book, “The Birdman of Koshkonong: The Life of Naturalist Thure Kumlien.”. Bergland will drop by the Steeple Building Museum, located at 103 North Bishop Hill St., on Saturday, July 20, at 1 p.m. for a free one-hour book talk and book signing.
Boss Manufacturing Company and its workers responded to Uncle Sam’s call in World War I
Throughout history, Kewanee manufacturers have played a critical role amid times of national crisis. Often on short notice, they pivoted to churning out entirely new products to protect men and women in the military, producing much-needed supplies and support for the country’s defense. Here’s a brief story of Boss...
Kewanee weekend police blotter for July 12-14
Police responded to a report of retail theft in the 300 block of Tenney Street. An animal at large was reported in the 600 block of East Division Street. Joshua R. Petty, 44, Toulon, was cited for operating an uninsured vehicle following a traffic stop in the 100 block of South Vine Street. He was given a notice to appear.
Hundreds without power in QCA after storm
Hundreds of Quad City residents are still without power this morning after last night’s storms. According to MidAmerican Energy’s outage website, 415 people are still without power. Of that number, 292 people are in the Iowa Quad Cities and 123 are on the Illinois side. That breaks down to: The website says the outages started […]
Iowa Supreme Court Rules Davenport Has No Immunity From Collapse Lawsuits
(Davenport, IA) -- No immunity from prosecution for the city, or current and former employees. That was the decision handed down late last week by the Iowa Supreme Court in connection with lawsuits over the collapse of a Davenport apartment building in May of last year. The city, and two...
Galesburg Police make second arrest in connection with June 7th shooting
Galesburg, Ill.- The Galesburg Police Department has announced the arrest of one person in connection with a shooting that occurred in June. According to a news release, on Thursday, July 11th, 19-year-old Gabriel Moore was arrested on a Knox County warrant for murder. The arrest was the result of a...
Empty Illinois Civil War Era House Has Hidden Underground Bunker
You never know what you'll discover when you explore a home that dates back to the Civil War era. That's what happened in Illinois not that long ago when urban explorers found that an abandoned house also included a hidden secret underground bunker. There's no exact location given other than...
Illinois delegates in Milwaukee say JD Vance ‘will bring a lot of energy’ to GOP ticket
MILWAUKEE — Illinois delegates to the Republican National Convention on Monday said former President Donald Trump’s choice of U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate provides another shot of adrenaline to an already energized campaign while also giving a boost to the GOP ticket in a key Midwestern state. “He understands the Beltway, so he brings a lot of that knowledge with him. But he ...
Central Illinois Braces for Potential Tornadoes, Damaging Winds Tonight
Central Illinois – Severe thunderstorms are forecasted to track southeast across central Illinois tonight, posing significant risks to residents. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Central Illinois has issued a warning for damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes, with the primary storm window between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m.
Earthquake Rattles Far Western Suburbs Early This Morning
In the early hours of Monday morning, at approximately 2:53 a.m., a minor earthquake struck about 2 kilometers northwest of Somonauk, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). While there were no reports of damage, the tremor was felt in parts of the western Chicago suburbs, including Yorkville and Oswego.
Alarming Number of Dengue Fever Cases in Illinois, CDC Warns
It might just be the most urgent health issue in America right now and it's especially becoming a big problem for Illinois. The CDC is warning about an explosion of cases of dengue fever and Illinois is among the states with the most incidents. Dengue fever is a virus that...
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