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Cold Nights Call For These 7 Illinois Supper Clubs With Crackling Fireplaces

When the Illinois wind starts biting, a long dinner beside a real fireplace starts sounding like a smart plan. Supper clubs have always been about slowing down, with steaks, seafood, relish-tray nostalgia, and the kind of service that makes a Tuesday feel like an occasion. This list rounds up seven...

Illinois · 19h
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Pritzker unveils ‘Fighting for Illinois: Day One Agenda’ for Congress

ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Governor Pritzker is urging his Congressional Democrats to hit the ground running when they return to Washington. He is calling on the party to use its newly won control of the House and Senate to advance an aggressive legislative agenda looking to counter changes made by the Trump administration and his previous […]

Illinois · 15h

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Frost Watch Upgraded to Freeze Warning for Counties in Illinois and Missouri as Temperatures Keep Dropping

A Freeze Warning has been issued for 30 counties in southern Illinois and southeast Missouri as another night of sub-freezing temperatures is expected. The National Weather Service in Paducah upgraded its earlier Freeze Watch to a warning, with lows as low as 31 degrees. It runs from 11 PM CST Saturday to 8 AM CST Sunday, Nov. 8.

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Illinois State Police Announces Results Of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement Patrols In October

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 9 Commander, Captain Bruce Waggoner, announces the results of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols in Clay, Effingham, Lawrence, Marion, Wayne and White counties during October. These ACE patrols allowed the ISP to focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to.

Effingham, IL · 4h
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Annual pumpkin smash returns to Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The city of Springfield and Evans Recycling held the sixth annual pumpkin smash in downtown Springfield Saturday. The event occurs the first Saturday of every November. The event is hosted to teach people that pumpkins can be composted instead of thrown in the trash. "It's better...

Springfield, IL · 11h

Crafting Your Home

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Illinois E-Bikes Faster Than 28 MPH Will Need a License, Title and Insurance Starting Jan. 1

Illinois e-bikes and e-motos that can top 28 mph will need a license, title, registration and insurance from Jan. 1, 2027 under SB 3484.

Illinois · 23h

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Ursuline Academy holding Christmas food drive

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Ursuline Academy in Springfield is holding a Christmas food drive. The food drive will benefit Catholic Charities’ Holy Family Food Pantry. It is being held Saturday, Dec. 5. Drive-thru and drop-off monetary or nonperishable food donations can be made at 1400 S. 5th St. between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Springfield, IL · 2d

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From Cozy Tea Service To Historic Charm, This Illinois Church Hides A Special Tea Room

Lunch arrives on a three-tiered tower of real china, and the stained glass windows above your table once watched over a church congregation. That’s the setup at one little lunch spot in Illinois. The building is more than a century old. Old church benches still serve as seating, and...

Illinois · 1d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Kentucky Coffeetree Reaches About 75 Feet With Leaves Up to 36 Inches Long, and Its 5- to 10-Inch Pods Can Hang On Through Winter, Illinois Extension's Emily Swihart Writes

Illinois Extension's Emily Swihart profiles the Kentucky coffeetree: about 75 feet tall, leaves up to 36 inches long and 5- to 10-inch pods that last through winter.

Illinois · 15h

The Financial Wire

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Illinois residents who ran a Neutrogena Skin360 face scan from Dec. 9, 2019 to May 5, 2023 can claim an equal share of a $4.7 million settlement by Nov. 25

Illinois residents who ran a Skin360 skin assessment between Dec. 9, 2019 and May 5, 2023 have until Nov. 25 to claim an equal share of a $4.7 million settlement over face scans. Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., now Kenvue Brands LLC, agreed to the deal in Melzer v. Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., No.... The post Illinois residents who ran a Neutrogena Skin360 face scan from Dec. 9, 2019 to May 5, 2023 can claim an equal share of a $4.7 million settlement by Nov. 25 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Illinois · 1d

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Gridiron Glory Week 12: High school football playoff scores and highlights

PADUCAH, Ky. — Check out the scores and highlights from week 12 of Gridiron Glory below, including the opening round of the playoffs in Kentucky and Tennessee, and the second round of playoffs in Illinois. For more on the Local 6 teams competing in the second round of the...

Illinois · 2d

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Probation Director Wins Statewide Award

WOODSTOCK, IL – The Illinois Probation and Court Services Association (IPCSA) has named Seth Krause, Director of the McHenry County Probation Department, as the recipient of the Cheryl Meyers Excellence in Service and Innovation Award. This award recognizes an IPCSA member whose contributions reflect forward-thinking service, collaboration, leadership, and...

Mchenry County, IL · 1d

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Illinois Students Help Turn Abandoned Barbershop into Museum Honoring the First Black Man to Vote in the State

David Strother, the barbershop’s original owner, became the first Black voter in Illinois after the 15th Amendment was ratified in 1870

El Paso, IL · 23h

The Financial Wire

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Illinois drivers pay a frozen 48.3-cent-a-gallon state gas tax through Dec. 31 after lawmakers suspended the July inflation increase, the state revenue department says

Illinois drivers pay a state gas tax of 48.3 cents a gallon through Dec. 31, the same rate as before July 1, after lawmakers suspended the automatic inflation increase. The Illinois Department of Revenue says Public Act 104-0468, signed June 16, suspended the scheduled July 1 adjustment for six months. The department’s rate bulletin lists... The post Illinois drivers pay a frozen 48.3-cent-a-gallon state gas tax through Dec. 31 after lawmakers suspended the July inflation increase, the state revenue department says appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Illinois · 1d

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This Nostalgic Illinois Diner Has A Sweet Surprise For Anyone Who Loves Greek Donuts

Free Greek donuts are not something you expect with breakfast, but one Illinois cafe has been known to hand them out on select weekdays. That small surprise is enough to make any morning feel brighter. The kitchen leans on Greek roots and classic diner comfort. Lemon rice soup shares a...

Illinois · 1d

Crafting Your Home

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Illinois Caps Rental Application Fees at $50 and Bans Lease Renewal Fees Starting Jan. 1

Illinois House Bill 3564 caps rental application fees at $50 and bans lease renewal fees on leases starting Jan. 1, 2027, with nine banned fee types.

Illinois · 21h

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Darin LaHood Cruises to Seventh Term in Illinois' 16th District Over Paul Nolley

Republican Congressman Darin LaHood has secured a seventh term representing Illinois' 16th Congressional District, defeating Democratic challenger Paul Nolley in Tuesday's election. With 94% of estimated votes counted, LaHood held 58.8% of the vote, a wide enough margin that the Associated Press called the race in his favor just three hours after polls closed.

Illinois · 1d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Illinois Extension's Christopher Enroth Lists Tree Topping, Blowing Clippings Toward Storm Drains and Burning Leaves Among His Horticultural Pet Peeves

Illinois Extension's Christopher Enroth names tree topping, clippings blown toward storm drains and burning leaves as pet peeves, with a fix for each.

Illinois · 15h

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More police for Springfield Park District

The Springfield Park District Police Department intends to double its full-time staff as part of its long-term plan to grow the police force. The department plans to add three full-time officers with a base salary of $58,000, which may be higher depending on an applicant’s previous experience. Springfield Park...

Springfield, IL · 2d

Country Herald

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Illinois Parents Alert: Stop Sign Challenge Raises Winter Road Fears

Reported stop-sign challenge raises concerns as Illinois prepares for icy roads, snow and earlier darkness.

Illinois · 1d