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CENTRAL ILLINOIS, Ill. (WCIA)– Many families know the struggle of juggling work and childcare. It’s not a new issue. But a new study shows how much it is impacting the US economy.  A new study from non-profit, ReadyNation, reports the US economy is losing $122 billion dollars a year when parents miss work from inadequate […]

Illinois Tourism Getaways and Deals Ideal for Valentine’s Day. We’re talking Valentine’s Day getaways and Marla Cichowski from the Illinois Office of Tourism is here to share some unique romantic spots around the state. What would you say is one of the most romantic, coziest getaways around...

When you’re thinking about moving to a new city, safety is probably one of the main factors you take into consideration. If Illinois is one of your top states to live in, you are in luck.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A healthy body helps to keep a healthy mind and experts say that statement is even more true when it comes to kids. A new U of I study looks at the benefits of introducing exercise early, but teachers say it’s not that easy. “All the kids sat around on their […]

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office announced the official commissioning of their Disparity and Availability Study. The study aims to collect and analyze data if discrimination exists in the cannabis industry as well as accessibility issues. The study will also introduce any barriers of entry into the industry, as well as make […]

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A group of Illinois lawmakers are proposing a child tax credit. The Child Tax Credit was a federal policy in 2021 in the American Rescue Plan Act that gave American low-income families up to $3,600 in a tax refund. Despite proposals from both Republicans and Democratic lawmakers, Congress has not passed […]

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A Central Illinois farmer was appointed to the Illinois General Assembly over the weekend. Rep. Jason Bunting (R-Emington) was sworn in Saturday as the State Representative of the 106th District. He replaces Tom Bennett, who was sworn into a senate seat to fill in for Jason Barrickman. The 106th House District […]