Category Archives: Local News

Hope of East Central Illinois will host a candle light vigil in Charleston's Morton Park October 23rd starting at 6:30. Domestic violence survivors, loved ones, and anyone else who is passionate about...

Illinois Governor Spending 850 Thousand-Dollars On Mansion Upgrades (Springfield, IL) -- Governor JB Pritzker is spending 850-thousand-dollars of his own money on upgrades at the Governor's Mansion in...

Poll: One In Six In Illinois Thinking About Leaving (Springfield, IL) -- There's another snapshot that suggests Illinois is not for everyone. A new poll from the University of Illinois at Springfield ...

The Toledo American Legion will host the "Nora's Kicking Cancer to the Curb" fundraiser on October 26th. Proceeds will help Nora Weemer, who is battling leukemia. The event, which starts at 11:00 a.m....

For Immediate Release Lake Land College plans area high school visits Deciding on what to do after high school graduation can be an overwhelming process. That's why Lake Land College is scheduling hig...

The top ranked competitive eater in the world did it again. Joey Chestnut downed 82 street-style carnitas tacos in 8 minutes to defend his title and retain the Major League Eating record at the Pacifi...

For Immediate Release 10th Annual Taste of Something Special to Benefit Local Special Olympics Programs MATTOON, Ill. - On Thursday, October 10th, Special Olympics Illinois Region I will host the 10th...

One Person Dead After Urbana Apartment Shooting (Urbana, IL) -- One person is dead after being shot at an apartment complex in Urbana. Police say two people were shot Saturday evening at Colorado Hill...

State Officials Take Steps To Rebuild Veterans Home (Springfield, IL) -- State officials are taking steps toward rebuilding the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy. A request for proposals will be issued...

Cause Of Death Released For Child Killed In School Bus Crash (Sullivan, IL) -- Moultrie County officials are releasing the cause of death for five-year-old Tyson Mendoza. Officials say Tyson died from...