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Summer gets all the credit for ice cream, but some of the best scoops in Illinois come straight from working farms and dairy shops that stay open well into fall. While combines roll through the fields and the leaves start turning, these spots are still pouring soft serve, churning gelato, and handing out waffle cones.
IOWA — Hailstorms moved into the Quad Cities area from the northwest Wednesday morning, bringing hail up to the size of nickels along with gusty winds. Some storms were capable of producing hail as large as quarters at times. The storms were expected to slide southeast into central Illinois through the morning, and roads in some areas could become covered with hail.
Some people find their calling in life at a very young age, and for a surprising number of Illinois residents, that calling turns out to be driving a go-kart at K1 Speed Mokena as fast as humanly possible while pretending they’re not absolutely terrified. K1 Speed Mokena is the...
Happy Veterans Day, Illinois. Today, and every day, we’re grateful to those who served. TOP TALKER WHAT IF? One big political move could trigger a chain reaction of vacancies in Illinois. From the governor’s mansion to City Hall and the county board, here’s how succession dominoes could fall. Starting at the top: If Gov. JB Pritzker were to run and win the presidency, he would resign as Illinois’ top elected official and incoming Lt. Gov. Christian Mitchell would take over as governor. No special election is required under the Illinois Constitution. That’s what happened when former Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn became governor in 2009 after then-Gov. Rod Blagojevich was removed from office. If Mitchell moves into the governor’s office, his former office would “remain vacant until the end of the term,” per the Illinois Constitution. The calendar matters: If Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias wins the Chicago mayor’s race next year, the governor would appoint someone to fill the seat, and a 28-month calculation would kick in: Under the Illinois Election Code , if more than 28 months remain in Giannoulias’ term, voters would choose a successor at the next general election. Otherwise, an appointee would serve out the term.
Eleven area players received All-State recognition from the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association this week. Keegan Germano (Unity), Zeke Young (Monticello) and Cameron Wagner (St. Joseph-Ogden) are three of 11 football players earning spots on the IHSFCA All-State list this fall. URBANA - In Class 1A, Oakwood running back Kyler Johnson and Salt Fork's Zayden Bromley received first-team recognition from the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association. Fisher defensive back Andrew Todd and Oakwood lineman Walker Enos earned honorable mention nods. Five players from area Class 3A programs made the annual list. St. Joseph-Ogden offensive lineman Cameron Wagner , Unity linebacker Keegan Germano and Monticello receiver Zeke Young were named among Illinois' top small-school players. The Spartans' Lane McKinney earned an honorable mention at quarterback, while the Rockets' Michael Hardin made the list at running back. Lane McKinney St. Joseph-Ogden Michael Hardin Unity From the eastern side of Champaign County, Mahomet-Seymour running back Marco Casillas was the only area player recognized in Class 4A and above. Rounding out the list was St. Thomas More's Sam Kluesner, who earned an honorable mention in 8-man football. Players will be introduced prior of their respective classes state championship game at Hancock Stadium
MARYVILLE, Ill. (November 12, 2026) – Anderson Hospital has earned a prestigious national distinction that sets it apart from every other hospital in Illinois. According to Healthgrades' 2027 Specialty Awards & Ratings, Anderson Hospital is the only hospital in Illinois and the only hospital in the St. Louis area named among America's 50 Best Hospitals for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery™ in 2027. This marks the third consecutive year (2025–2027) Anderson Hospital has earned this national recognition, demonstrating its continued commitment to delivering exceptional orthopedic care and superior clinical outcomes. In addition to being named among America's 50 Best, Anderson Hospital received two additional Healthgrades distinctions for the third consecutive year: Healthgrades Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025–2027) Named Among the Top 5% in the Nation for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery (2025–2027) These recognitions are part of Healthgrades' annual Specialty Awards & Ratings, which evaluate clinical outcomes for outpatient procedures, including back and neck surgery, rotator cuff repair, total hip replacement and total knee replacement. "This recognition is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the exceptional skill, dedication and collaboration of our entire orthopedic care team," said Lisa Spencer, MSN, RN, FACHE, Anderson Hospital President. "From our surgeons and clinical specialists to
Some Illinois diners have fed the same towns for so long that grandparents and grandkids order the same burger at the same counter. The places on this list are more than old buildings with grills. Each one has stayed in family hands across generations, and that history shows up on...
(WICS/WRSP) - Turkey hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 257 wild turkeys during the 2026 fall firearm season. That is compared with 255 in 2025. The nine-day season ran Oct. 24 through Nov. 1. A total of 1,911 regular fall firearm turkey permits were sold. 1,763 were sold...
(The Center Square) – Illinois taxpayers will be spending $4 million to support site readiness at the former Quaker Oats factory in Danville that closed in 2024 and put about 500 employees out of work. Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced the Regional Site Readiness Program award on Tuesday. The grant is part of Pritzker’s $500 million site readiness initiative for fiscal year 2026. Chicago school board candidate declares victory A school board candidate endorsed by the Chicago Teachers Union declared victory one week after Election Day. Jason Dónes released a statement on Tuesday saying his margin of victory widened to over 600 votes. “We intend to take the grassroots power we have built and continue organizing until we tax the rich, fully fund our neighborhood schools, and make sure our students, families, educators and staff get the schools our communities deserve,” Dónes said in the statement. CTU-backed candidates fell one seat short of a majority on the 21-seat Chicago Board of Education. Gas prices slide The price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Illinois has dropped more than a quarter in the last week. According to AAA, the average
Collinsville, IL – Blue shirts prevailed and energy was high at Madsion County Democratic Party’s election night watch party at the Downstate Illinois Laborers’ District Council hall as early results flashed across the screens on election night and a chorus of cheers erupted each time another race was called for the Democrats.
A lot Illinois workers go home from a shift suspecting their employer broke the rules, but they don’t know if the problem is big enough to call a lawyer. This post covers five situations that usually call for legal advice: getting fired after a complaint, unequal treatment, harassment that keeps going, short paychecks, and a severance offer. Each one includes examples of what it looks like on the job. If one of them sounds familiar, you can schedule a consultation with Favaro & Gorman and go over your options.
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (25News Now) - Our forecast will remain mostly on repeat over the next few days with cooler than average temperatures remaining in control. Winds will taper this weekend as we introduce some sunnier skies into the forecast before we start to warm up next week. A Breezy End...
In July 2026, the continental United States experienced its hottest month on record since 1895, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Climate change is driving rising temperatures and more record heat. The Earth’s temperature has climbed each decade since 1880 by about .14 degrees Fahrenheit, or roughly 2 degrees Fahrenheit total.
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (25News Now) - Our weather will continue to remain on the cold side for a few days, but increasing temperatures and rain chances will be possible next week. High pressure will dominate our weekend weather, bringing sunny skies and calmer winds. Saturday will bring highs in the mid 40s, while Sunday will be a touch warmer with highs near 50. Clear skies and calm winds overnight will allow temperatures to drop into the 20s both Saturday and Sunday nights.
Rochester Rocket volleyball will earn a State trophy for the first time in program history this weekend in Normal. They are 32-7 and will take on 28-9 Breese Central in the 2A Semifinals at CEFCU arena at noon on Friday. Before their State games, Chris McCloud narrates a look back at the season and team statistics.
Iowa heirs can collect a relative’s personal property without probate when the estate is worth $100,000 or less and holds no real estate, under a law approved April 16, 2026. Illinois rewrites its own small-estate affidavit rules for deaths on or after Jan. 1, 2027. The Iowa change is House File 2660, Chapter 1048 of […] The post Iowa heirs can skip probate for personal-property estates of $100,000 or less, and Illinois changes small-estate rules Jan. 1, 2027 appeared first on The Money Overview .
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Farmers have been experiencing cold and warm as the harvest season comes to a close. Now, one farmer here in Central Illinois is letting them know what actions they should be taking as the seasons change. Dennis Riggs said this is the perfect time for...
Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center will host the largest inclusive archery hunt in Illinois for veterans and hunters with disabilities.
