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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 · 3d

WCIA

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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 · 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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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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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 2d

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Brown County takes down Oakwood in the second round of the playoffs

Brown County beat Oakwood 34-7 in the second round of the playoffs. #KHQA #KHQANews #localnews #news #weather #sports #video #quincy #illinois #hannibal #missouri #iowa. KHQA is an Illinois, Missouri and Iowa based station and a CBS and ABC Television affiliate owned by Rincon Broadcasting Group LLC. KHQA signed on the air on September 23, 1953, and broadcasts over 20 hours of locally produced news, weather and sports coverage each week. KHQA’s regional newscasts, “Tri-State Trusted,” are also broadcast in the Kirksville, Missouri/Ottumwa, Iowa market.

Brown County, IL · 20h

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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 · 2d

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City of Danville Announces Sidewalk Repairs in 1600 Block of North Gilbert

Danville, November 5, 2026 – The City of Danville is pleased to announce sidewalk repairs in the 1600 Block of North Gilbert Street. Repairs are scheduled to begin at 6:30 AM on Monday, November 9th, and are expected to continue through to the middle of December, depending on weather. During this time, sections of North Gilbert Street will be limited to one lane of traffic and sidewalks on the west side of the 1600 Block will be closed to pedestrian traffic.

Danville, IL · 2d

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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 · 3d

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Mary Catherine Roberson Makes History, Elected State Representative for Illinois House District 104

DANVILLE, IL — November 4, 2026 — Mary Catherine Roberson has made history, becoming the first African American and first woman elected to represent Illinois House District 104. With the latest tabulated returns showing Roberson receiving 51.5% of the vote to her opponent’s 48.5%, the lifelong Danville resident...

Danville, IL · 3d

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Downtown Danville Inc Invites the Community to Put Thought into Action During Small Business Season

Danville, IL —November 6, 2026 — Downtown Danville Inc invites residents, businesses, and community organizations to support local entrepreneurs throughout Small Business Season, November 1 through December 31, 2026. This year’s theme, “It’s the Thought That Counts,” celebrates the care behind local businesses and the ways a thoughtful action can connect them with new customers and opportunities.

Danville, IL · 2d

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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 · 2d

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Mobile DMV event to be held in Forsyth

FORSYTH, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) and Senator Sally Turner (R-Beason) are partnering with the Illinois Secretary of State’s office to host a Mobile DMV event on Monday, November 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Forsyth Public Library, located at 268 S. Elwood St. in Forsyth.

Forsyth, IL · 3d

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Escape Into A Real-Life Bookworm’s Paradise Where Illinois Books Cost Less Than $20

There’s a teal-green building in Forsyth, Illinois, that has absolutely no business being as exciting as it is, and yet, here we are. The Old Book Barn is the kind of place that makes you question every life decision that led you to spend full price on books at a chain store, because for under twenty dollars, you can stuff an entire bag with used books and walk out feeling like you’ve cracked some kind of secret code.

Forsyth, IL · 21h

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Cerro Gordo Schools Hosting Veterans Day Activities

Central Illinois schools are gearing up for Veterans Day next week, with many offering programs to recognize those who served the country with in-school programs. Cerro Gordo schools in Piatt County will be offering opportunities for students to lead the Veterans Day activities. Dr. Emily Weidner is the Superintendent of Cerro Gordo Schools and says this includes a morning breakfast for veterans and their spouses, followed by a packed, district-wide assembly featuring student speeches, musical performances, veteran introductions, and special presentations like the Quilts of Valor.

Cerro Gordo, IL · 1d

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City of Clinton Lowers Tax Rate

For the ninth time in ten years, the City of Clinton is lowering its tax rate. At the Wednesday night Clinton City Council Meeting, Treasurer and Finance Director Clint Lichtenwalter announced that the levy in the community will be increasing to $2,178,893, which is around 9% higher than last year. The tax rate, which is what affects residents, will be decreasing by over 10%. In the last ten years, it’s decreased by almost 45%.

Clinton, IL · 2d

chronicleillinois.com

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McLean grows more blue as first Democrat wins countywide office in 44 years

McLean County Democrats continued to strengthen their grasp on county governance Nov. 3. Joshua Crockett, vice chairman of the McLean County Democratic Party, defeated incumbent Republican County Clerk Kathy Michael. With all precincts reporting, Crockett led Michael by 1,073 votes, a 3-percent margin. Crockett is the first Democrat to win...

Mclean County, IL · 1d