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Rantoul Mayor provides statement on Village Administrator’s dismissal

RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA) — The Village President of Rantoul is speaking out about his decision to relieve the village administrator of his duties. WCIA reported earlier this week that Scott Eisenhauer said he was dismissed “without reason or explanation given.” Two days after the story broke, Village President Samuel Hall released a statement to address […]

Rantoul, IL · 2d

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Rantoul voters approve cannabis dispensaries in the village

RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA) – Rantoul voters have spoken, and the village can now have a cannabis dispensary in its community.  In Tuesday’s election, more than 56 percent of voters said yes to cannabis businesses opening their doors and ultimately helping boost the local economy.  Board of trustees member Terry Workman said the board can still […]

Rantoul, IL · 1d

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Pack Your Bags For This Illinois Town Where $1,200 A Month Covers Absolutely Everything

There are towns in Illinois that want you to find them, and then there’s Danville, which has been perfectly fine whether you showed up or not. That kind of quiet confidence is either deeply off-putting or deeply attractive, and if you’re reading this, it’s probably the latter.

Danville, IL · 3d
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Commission considering purchase of shuttered nursing home near Paxton

PAXTON — Members of the Ford County Public Building Commission took a tour of a former nursing home on the outskirts of Paxton on Wednesday, Nov. 4, to see if the long-shuttered facility might be suitable for future county use. The 37,573-square-foot building, located on a 317,117-square-foot lot at...

Paxton, IL · 3d
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Champaign Co. Drug Court graduates celebrate new beginnings

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – According to the American Addiction Centers, more than 40 million people battled a substance use disorder in 2024. On Wednesday in Champaign County, families and friends celebrated graduates of a program designed for people looking to turn their lives around.   Joseph Calvert, one of the Champaign County Drug Court graduates, […]

Champaign County, IL · 2d

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Illinois approves capacity increase at Carle Hospital in Urbana

URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The State of Illinois has approved an increase in capacity at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, according to a Carle spokesperson. In July, Carle proposed an increase of 16 inpatient beds and the addition of a 22-station observational unit totaling a cost of more than $34 million. A Carle spokesperson said […]

Urbana, IL · 16h

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Mayor Koos says there's been a 'lot of chatter' but no active interest in granny flats in Normal

Mayor Chris Koos said he expects the Town of Normal will have new zoning rules in place by the end of the year to help address the housing shortage, though proposals are not likely to significantly expand the housing supply. One proposal would allow for accessory dwelling units [ADUs] known...

Normal, IL · 2d

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Know before you go: Champaign County Forest Preserves

Champaign County Forest Preserves Marketing Manager, Lisa Sprinkle, tells CI Living Host Kayla Campbell about the upcoming events at the Forest Preserves.

Champaign County, IL · 1d

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These 10 Under-The-Radar Illinois Thrift Shops Keep Bargain Hunters Digging For Hours

Paperback books for a quarter each. Three full floors of secondhand stuff stacked inside an old house. A charity shop where your purchase helps pay vet bills for rescue dogs. I could stop right there and you’d probably already be reaching for your car keys. Illinois has a sneaky habit of hiding its best bargains in plain sight, from a former warehouse to a grocery-and-thrift combo.

Carbondale, IL · 9d

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Hegeler Mansion Tours Bring Residents for a Special Look Inside; More Planned for Danville’s 200th in 2027

It was a busy weekend at the Hegeler Mansion at 1521 North Vermilion, with the Hegeler Foundation and the Vermilion County Museum Society hosting tours in honor of Vermilion County’s 200th anniversary. Heather Urbanski, who works for the Hegeler Foundation to maintain the mansion, said over the weekend that...

Danville, IL · 14h

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Misspelled street sign in Danville fixed

DANVILLE, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - A street sign that was misspelled in Danville has now been fixed. We have all made typos in our lives. But usually that typo is not on display for the whole town to see. Danville residents were quick to speak out after a newly installed street...

Danville, IL · 1d

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New state law on e-bikes and scooters will take time to adjust to

A new state law placing stricter definitions and rules on micromobility devices will likely take time to adjust to in Bloomington-Normal, according to law enforcement and hobbyists in the Twin Cities. Starting Jan. 1, 2027, new micromobility legislation will take effect, adding new regulations and clarifying definitions surrounding devices better...

Normal, IL · 16h

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Normal considers housing code changes to help housing crisis

The Normal Town Council met Monday night to discuss proposed housing code amendments aimed at allowing non-conforming multifamily units to remain and permitting new accessory dwelling units to address the local housing crisis.

Normal, IL · 3d

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Council: New Firefighter Deal Reaches Finish Line; Logan Cronk Introduces Proposed Home Grown Initiative for Places to Live

After about a 15 minute “closed session” at the end of Wednesday (Nov 4) evening’s Danville City Council meeting, the Council voted 12 to 1 to approve a new four year collective bargaining deal with Danville Firefighters Local 429. Alderman Tom Hightower was not present; and Alderman Doug Ahrens voted “no,” after expressing concern about rising personnel costs during earlier discussion on the city’s proposed new budget.

Danville, IL · 3d

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Illinois Quick Hits: State offers taxpayer-funded housing development training

(The Center Square) – The Illinois Housing Development Authority and Corporation for Supportive Housing announced on Thursday that development teams across Illinois may now apply for the 2027 Supportive Housing Institute, an accelerated training and technical assistance program designed to equip teams with the expertise to successfully develop and finance affordable housing with support services. IHDA has committed more than $122.5 million in financing to 16 of the 47 teams that completed the Supportive Housing Institute, with additional proposals still advancing. Interested developers can register for a webinar scheduled Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. Applications will be accepted until Jan. 29 for the institute program that begins in March. Illinois is 41st on list of best states for community college A recent report ranks Illinois 41st out of the 48 contiguous U.S. states for community college affordability, student success and state support. Lesson Maker Pro placed Florida first, followed by Connecticut and Nevada. The analysis gave the greatest weight to annual living costs relative to median earnings, followed by tuition and graduation rates. The highest-ranked Midwest state was Wisconsin at #10. Bloomington shooting update: 2 still hospitalized, no suspect in custody Two victims remain hospitalized in stable condition after a

Illinois · 1d

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Edwardsville Unemployment Rate Dips To 3.1 Percent In September 2026, Alton's Mark Also Drops To 4.2 Percent

EDWARDSVILLE - Unemployment fell in September 2026 across Madison, St. Clair, Calhoun, Greene, Jersey and Macoupin counties, as well as Edwardsville, Alton, Granite City and East St. Louis, while the Illinois portion of the St. Louis metropolitan area added 500 jobs compared with a year earlier. The declines were part...

Edwardsville, IL · 2d

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New Vermilion County Animal Shelter could Break Ground in Spring

THE FOLLOWING IS A NEWS-GAZETTE ARTICLE BY JENNIFER BAILEY. ABOVE: Proposed plans call for building a new Vermilion County Animal Shelter behind its current building on Catlin-Tilton Road. File photo. A new Vermilion County Animal Shelter could see a potential groundbreaking in the spring, behind its current site on Catlin-Tilton...

Vermilion County, IL · 2d

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Downtown Danville Annual Lighting Ceremony Set for 5 – 8 PM; Thurs Nov 12th

Danville, November 02, 2026 – Join the City of Danville for the annual Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, November 12, from 5:00–8:00 PM in Downtown Danville! From Kresge lot to Sign Post Forest the streets fill with nostalgic holiday cheer! Event highlights include: • Official lighting at 5:30 PM– Watch downtown glow with holiday cheer • Santa at Temple Plaza – Meet and snap photos with Santa from 5:00–6:00 PM • Reindeer from Prairie Moon Farm from 5:00 – 7:00 PM • Free hot chocolate to keep everyone warm • Food from Papa Nini’s Food Truck • Carolers in front of the Fischer Theatre • Holiday photo contest – Visitors are encouraged to scan the QR codes posted around downtown and upload their pictures with the holiday light photo ops!

Danville, IL · 1d

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DeWitt County Friendship Center Christmas Treat Orders Open

The DeWitt County Friendship Center is once again putting on its Christmas Treat Fundraiser. Executive Director Paula Jiles told the Hart Media Group on the WHOW Morning Show that they have expanded the menu for the annual fundraiser. Red velvet cheesecake bites, Oreo truffle balls, buckeyes, and puppy chow are now available for purchase to support the Friendship Center. She adds that orders are open now and are due by December 11th.

Clinton, IL · 1d

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Fundraising campaign to help build new pickleball complex in Mahomet

MAHOMET, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - The Mahomet Community Foundation, in partnership with Mahomet Parks & Recreation, has launched a $300,000 fundraising campaign to help build a new pickleball complex at 13 Acres Park. The project will create more opportunities for residents of all ages to stay active, connect with neighbors, and...

Mahomet, IL · 1d