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WCIA

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UPDATE: Coroner identifies bicyclist killed on I-74 in Urbana

Update at 2 p.m. URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign County Coroner has identified the man who was hit and killed by a car while biking on I-74 in Urbana Sunday night. In a news release, Coroner Laurie Brauer said the victim is John K. Kwiatkowski, age 57 of Urbana. She said Kwiatkowski was pronounced […]

Urbana, IL · 2025-03-17

FOX 2

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Crews work to restore power for 18K+ customers

Storms over the weekend caused major power outages in the viewing area, which many are still dealing with.

St. Louis, MO · 2025-03-17

My Journal Courier

partner publisher · 8.4K followers

State warning local governments against homelessness discrimination

A pair of Illinois state organizations are cautioning local governments against discrimination toward people experiencing homelessness.

Illinois · 2025-03-17

wmay.com

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After rash of “public camping” bans in state, Illinois DHR, OPEH, issue reminder of civil rights of the unhoused

The Illinois Department of Human Rights Director Jim Bennett, together with the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness have issued a reminder to public officials and local units of government of their obligations under the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA), the Illinois Civil Rights Act of 2003, and the Bill of Rights for the Homeless Act (BRHA).

Illinois · 2025-03-17

Journal Star

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Opting out: Two Bradley basketball senior starters will not play with the team in NIT

Editor's note: Darius Hannah on Monday, March 17, announced he will play in the NIT with Bradley , reversing course on his decision. You can read that story here . PEORIA — Bradley Braves seniors Darius Hannah and Zek Montgomery have played their last games in college basketball. The starters both opted out of the Braves upcoming National Invitation Tournament game on Sunday, signaling an end to their college careers. "They (Darius and Zek) have decided they are not going to play in the NIT ," Bradley coach Brian Wardle said. Wardle said the team will work with several...

Peoria, IL · 2025-03-17

fox32chicago.com

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5 hurt, 3 critically, from crash in Chicago’s northwest suburbs

MCHENRY CO., Ill. - Five people were sent to the hospital after a crash in northwest suburban McHenry County on Sunday. Firefighters responded to the scene of a two-car crash near the intersection of North Union Road and Route 176 around 9:30 a.m. Multi-car crash. What we know:. At the...

Mchenry County, IL · 2025-03-16

countryherald.com

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Eastern Iowa & Illinois Winter Update: 2-4 Inches of Snow Possible Sunday Night

Quad Cities, IA/IL – A near-stationary band of moderate to heavy snowfall is developing across parts of eastern Iowa and western Illinois, particularly affecting counties along the Mississippi River. This system is expected to persist overnight, leading to accumulating snowfall and hazardous travel conditions. According to the National Weather...

Illinois · 2025-03-16

wmay.com

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Pritzker, Duckworth, Budzinski & others condemn Republican budget resolution: “People will suffer”

Following Friday’s US Senate vote to approve a highly controversial Continuing Resolution to fund the government, multiple officials from Illinois released comments denouncing the resolution. Earlier in the week after the measure was pushed forward by a Republican majority in the House, Democrat Congresswoman for the 13th District of...

Illinois · 2025-03-16

edglentoday.com

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Gov. Pritzker Announces Three Appointments To Boards And Commissions

SPRINGFIELD - Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his administration:. Rick Terven will continue to serve as a Member of the Employment Security Advisory Board.* Rick Terven, Jr. serves as the Legislative and Political Director for the Illinois Pipe Trades Association representing 21 local unions and over 26,000 union members across Illinois. Terven is a member of Pipe Fitters Association Local 597 and is a graduate of SUNY Empire State University’s National Labor College with a Bachelor of Arts in Labor Studies. Terven is also a Vice-President on the Illinois AFL-CIO Executive Board, and has served as an employee representative on the Employment Security Advisory Board since 2016.

Illinois · 2025-03-16

97.9 KICK FM

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96 Illinois Workers Just Learned They’re Jobless at End of March

If you still have a job, be thankful. Not everyone can say that including 96 workers in Illinois that just learned they're going to be jobless at the end of March. One of the newest bulletins shared by the Illinois Work Net website shows a WARN notice was submitted to the state by Penske Logistics LLC located at 1000 Bilter Road in Aurora, Illinois. It shows that a mass layoff of 96 will be effective on March 31, 2025.

Illinois · 2025-03-16

AM 1490 WDBQ

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2025 Summer Bucket List: Why Pearl Lake Beach in Illinois is a Must-Visit

As spring arrives in Illinois, so do the announcements of summer fun to come, and we just received a big one from Pearl Lake in South Beloit!. Summer in Illinois means a lot of things; fairs and festivals, concerts, vacations, pools, beaches, camping, and so much more. If your summer social calendar is already filling up, make sure to leave some time open to visit Pearl Lake Beach in South Beloit.

South Beloit, IL · 2025-03-16

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Illinois bill would let homeowners claim abandoned properties through court

Illinois lawmakers are proposing the Blight Mitigation Act, which would allow homeowners to claim ownership of abandoned residential properties within a quarter mile of their home if the property has been abandoned for at least a year and the owner has been notified and included in the legal action.

Illinois · 2025-03-15

97.9 KICK FM

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A Dozen Illinois Kids Have Just Disappeared Without a Trace

Even one missing child is one too many, but Illinois has sadly seen a rash of disappearances recently as a dozen Illinois kids are now unaccounted for according to authorities. As I was looking at the bulletins shared by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, I noticed a...

Illinois · 2025-03-15

99.5 WKDQ

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2025 Tornado Predictions for KY, IN, IL, & TN – Here’s What to Expect

It feels like every other week I’m reporting on some kind of crazy weather in the tri-state area. Just a couple of weeks ago, the forecast called for thunderstorms, tornadoes, and snow - all in the span of 24 hours. And sure enough, Mother Nature delivered. Luckily, it all hit on a Sunday when most places were closed, but just a few days later, she dumped another six inches of snow on us, causing major delays and shutdowns.

Illinois · 2025-03-16

NBC Chicago

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Over 185K bags of oyster crackers sold in Illinois, 23 other states recalled for possible metal contamination

Bags of oyster crackers sold at major retailers such as Walmart and Target in Illinois and 23 other states have been recalled due to possible contamination with stainless steel wire, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The recall was first issued in February and updated last week due to...

Illinois · 2025-03-16