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Illinois’ REAL ID Deadline Is One Year Away: Here Are The Details
After all the pandemic-caused deadline postponements, you may have thought that the day would never come, or maybe with all the other things you've had to think about and deal with over the last four years you've completely forgotten about Illinois' REAL ID. Either way, it's okay. For now, anyway.
New Illinois law seeks to protect minors from ‘vlogging,’ influencer parents
(The Center Square) – Illinois is now home to a first of its kind law that opens the door for children to be entitled to compensation for appearing in their parents or guardians social media content. The law went into effect earlier this month with a goal of protecting children from “vlogging,” or the production of video blogs created for the purpose of generating income. As part of its reach, the groundbreaking legislation introduced by state Sen. David Koehler, D-Peoria, also requires parents to establish...
Unfortunately, mental health crisis hotline services found ineffective nationally
by Terri DeeIllinois News Connection CHICAGO - Addressing mental illness in America is a source of continued debate and a new report outlined areas in need of change. The study detailed the role of response teams in a mental health episode. Andy Wade, executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness-Illinois, sees a need to strengthen the disconnection between the 988 system and the services and facilities supporting post-crisis recovery services. "The progress has been positive but we need more," Wade asserted. "The crisis system isn't just the phone call. It's also about having a safe and appropriate mental health response, even...
Canadian sentenced in Central IL for international fraud scheme
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A man from Canada has been sentenced to more than four years in a U.S. federal prison for participating in an international fraud scheme. Prosecutors from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of Illinois said Sebastian Cheleman, 38, was sentenced on Thursday for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, which […]
Illinois Dairy Queen Locations Passing Out Dilly Bars for National Ice Cream Day
Ice cream is always a good idea, but free ice cream is a better idea. You can score some free frozen treats on National Ice Cream Day from Dairy Queen. As a Midwesterner I appreciate all four seasons of the year, in fact the one year of my life that I lived in L.A. and didn't have seasons was one of my least favorites! We need the seasons so we know when to double our ice cream intake.
Yuengling weighs in on rumors that popular beer brand is coming to Illinois
An online rumor has local beer drinkers buzzing that popular east coast brand Yuengling could be coming to Illinois soon. Yuengling is aware of the speculation, but a representative for the brand wouldn’t confirm the rumors– or even if the company plans to expand at all. “Yuengling has...
Two-year long emu chase across Central Illinois comes to an end
DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) – A two-year long chase came to an exciting conclusion yesterday when capturers Matt and Brittany Goodner put an end to the elusive “Lady Emu’s” escape across Central Illinois. It was a normal night in late July when 11 emus broke out...
Gov. Pritzker talks workforce development at SWIC campus
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker visited the Southwestern Illinois College campus to sign an executive order to improve workforce development programs, and announced a 20-million-dollar investment to create a center for those getting their associate degree at the Advanced Manufacturing Academy.
27 Illinois residents infected with dengue fever, CDC says
(WTVO) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 27 residents of Illinois have been infected with dengue fever as high levels of cases are spreading across the United States. The CDC said 17 of the reported Illinois cases are in Cook County. More than 9.7 million cases of the disease have been reported […]
Mt. Vernon teen charged with three counts of aggravated battery following incident at St. Mary’s Hospital
A 19-year-old Mt. Vernon teen has been charged in Marion County Court with three counts of aggravated battery following an altercation at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital. Alana Schmidt of Richview Road was charged with two counts of aggravated battery to a private security officer after allegedly pushing two security officers with her hand. The third count is for aggravated battery to a nurse for allegedly striking a nurse at the hospital in the jaw with her hand.
Franklin County Collector Mails Out 2024 Mobile Home Tax Bills
BENTON – Franklin County Collector Steve Vercellino says 2024 Mobile Home tax bills were mailed out Friday. Payment is due no later than Wednesday, Sept. 18. Payments can be accepted in person at the Treasurer’s Office in the Campbell Building on the Benton Square at 901 Public Square or by mailing your payment to P.O. Box 967 in Benton, Illinois.
Franklin County Emergency Operations and Communications Center Groundbreaking Set for Tuesday
BENTON – A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Franklin County Emergency Operations and Communications Center will take place Tuesday at 10 a.m. at 403 E. Main St. in Benton. The Franklin County Board invites everyone to attend. To learn more about the project, visit franklincountyil.gov/better911.
Salem man charged with harassment through electronic communications
A 51-year-old Salem man has been charged in Marion County Court with felony harassment through electronic communication. Richard Hester II of East Rainey Street is accused of leaving a voice mail on another person’s phone threatening to kill them. Salem Police earlier said Hester was upset with a Facebook message left by the person he threatened. Hester was arrested when police later went to his home on a domestic disturbance.
Odin School Board approves new scoreboards and acts on personnel issues
The Odin School Board has approved the purchase of new scoreboards and backboards from the main gym. Superintendent Belinda Kirgan says the new shot clock required by the Illinois High School Association for the 2026-27 school year will be included. The current score board and backboards will be moved to the small gym as part of an overall upgrade that includes painting.
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