Huge Space Storm Could Mean Rare Northern Lights Display This Weekend
This is pretty exciting. There is a very 'STRONG' geomagnetic storm a brewin' in space on Saturday. It is ranked a 3 out of...
2 Reasons Why Many in Illinois are Putting Bread in Their Fridge
I'm not one who normally follows trends, but I may reconsider now that I finally understand why many in Illinois are placing bread in...
3 Illinois School Districts Suddenly the Best in America for 2025
This is quite an honor and could be a glimpse into the future as 3 Illinois school districts have suddenly been named the best...
Illinois governor urges more facilities like West Peoria’s Young Minds Center across state
WEST PEORIA, Ill. - Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker wants to see more facilities like Trillium Place's Young Minds Center across the state. Pritzker stopped...
Starved Rock to Get EV Charger(s) As Part of New State Initiative
Governor JB Pritzker wants visitors to Starved Rock State Park to be able to charge their electric vehicles on site. At a Thursday press...
6 Illinois School Districts Just Given the Lowest Grade Possible
Well, at least they tried. That was my defense of 6 Illinois school districts that were just given the lowest possible grade for academics....
The solar industry finds an untapped workforce
The growing solar industry needs more workers equipped to get panels into fields and onto roofs. Meanwhile, disinvested populations - including communities of color...
TERROR: What Scares The S@#! Out Of The People Of Illinois Most
If you thought Illinois residents were most afraid of snakes, heights, or even clowns, guess again. A recent survey reveals the number one fear...
Skulls Gap proves challenging for Illinois energy crews sent to help after Helene
VIRGINIA, USA - Thursday afternoon was sunny over Skulls Gap in Virginia. Ameren Illinois Vice President of Electric Operations Luke Wolleen found a spot...
Gov. Pritzker announces $7.9M in grants to grocery stores across Illinois
PEORIA (WGEM) - Grocery stores across Illinois are getting a little help from the state. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announced Thursday the state is...
