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Illinois, Wisconsin Roads Rank on List of Worst in US?
When you drive between Wisconsin and Illinois there's really no need for a sign to let you know when you've crossed the Stateline, because the condition of the roads will let you know that you've arrived. There's a new survey from Consumer Affairs that compiled data from several U.S. government...
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker urges Indiana Democrats to push through the 'chaos'
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker told Indiana Democrats to push through the chaos of the presidential election Friday in Indianapolis, two days after seemingly expressing concerns over the party’s presidential campaign. “If we stop worrying about whether they might call us woke, and instead worry about whether we're actually waking...
State marks milestone at dispensary ribbon cutting
Jul. 12—CHAMPAIGN — A local dispensary marks the 100th social equity license issued by the state of Illinois. The milestone was announced a Friday morning ribbon cutting ceremony for The Dispensary's new store in Champaign, located at 1826 Glenn Park Drive. "We are very proud to have the honor," said principal officer Jeff Soenksen. Erin Johnson, Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer for the ...
Marion VA Health Care System to host veteran resource fair
MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - An opportunity for local veterans will be held on Thursday in southern Illinois. According to organizers, the Marion VA Health Care System will host a veteran resource fair on July 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. It will take place at the Mt. Vernon Elks Lodge at 1107 Jordan Street in Mt Vernon, Ill.
Illinois Theatre Association to honor 2024 Award of Excellence recipients
CHICAGO - The Illinois Theatre Association will recognize eight theatre professionals and educators as the recipients of the 2024 Award of Excellence. The awards will be presented at a brunch during the association's annual meeting on August 3, 2024, at the Copley Theatre in Aurora. The keynote speaker is actor Gene Weygandt. He has appeared in a host of films, television shows, and on Broadway. His acting credits on screen include The Birdcage, Babe, and Mea Culpa. He has appeared in televised episodes of Home Improvement, Cybil, Murphy Brown, Chicago Fire, Empire, and Chicago Med. The Chicago-based actor also had roles...
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.
Illinois Walmart Shoppers Should Run and Call 911 if You Hear “Code Brown”
I just learned big box stores have a color-coded intercom announcement system they keep private to not cause panic when an audible warning must be given to staff. Discover what each of the 7 color-coded messages means. Color-Coded Warning System. We've watched enough medical shows to to know that when...
Black bear spotted in southern Illinois
A black bear was sighted this week traveling through southern Illinois. The Carrier Mills Police Department is urging people in and around the village to be on alert. They said the Illinois Department of Natural Resources has been contacted and conservation officers are monitoring the situation. The public is strongly...
IRS Issues Stern Warning to Illinois Residents about Tax Credits
There are few organizations in the world more feared than the Internal Revenue Service. They're like the strict parent that you don't want to tick off. That's why many in Illinois are now concerned about stern warnings being issued to residents of the state about illegitimate tax credits being claimed.
IHSA football schedules officially released
WCIA — The 2024 IHSA football schedules are officially out with the countdown to kickoff on. The Friday night lights return in 50 days with Week 1 games kicking off across the state. Here’s a look at the composite schedule for all WCIA 3 viewing area teams this fall: Week 1 Big Twelve Bloomington at […]
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.
Three given notices to appear on new felony charges in Marion County Court
Three Centralia residents have been given notices to appear in separate felony court charges. 42-year-old Marvin Myers of Linden Avenue in Centralia was charged with criminal damage to government supported property. He is charged with breaking a window in a door at a Marion County Housing Authority Unit in the 700 block of North Sycamore in Centralia on June 23rd.
Illinois: Mayor cancels Wind Creek casino job fair at last minute
Illinois: Mayor cancels Wind Creek casino job fair at last minute. Harvey Mayor Christopher Clark canceled a Wind Creek Chicago Southland casino job fair in Harvey Thursday just as it was to begin, sending more than 286 hopeful job seekers home, according to casino and Park District officials. Story continues...
Nelly to headline at Du Quoin State Fair
DU QUOIN – The Du Quoin State Fair announced last week that rapper Nelly will headline at the fair on Monday, Sept. 2. “We are excited to bring Nelly back to Du Quoin,” said Jerry Costello II, director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “We know from past experience that he is a crowd favorite with incredible energy.”
Junior Varsity 7-on-7 Football at Obion County Central
The JV squads of Obion County Central and Gleason took part in a 7-on-7 session Friday night in Troy. The two teams just completed their first full week of practice in shorts and helmets following the dead period. (photos: Charles Choate – 104.9 KYTN/105.7 WQAK)
Paducah woman finds out she has 34 siblings
PADUCAH — Thirty-four siblings — that's what Diane Tucker of Paducah discovered she had after taking a DNA test back in 2018. When she reconnected with her newfound family, they traced their roots back to slavery. Diane Tucker lost touch with the people she thought were her family...
Marion High School football team escapes injury in bus fire
A bus carrying the Marion High School football team caught fire while taking the team back home after a football camp in Salina. The players, coaches and the bus driver all escaped injury. The bus caught fire Friday afternoon on Interstate 135 near a rest stop north of McPherson. The...
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