Richland Community College receives grant to support student mental health
February 2, 2025 – The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) has provided more than $3.6 million to 32 Illinois Community Colleges to support student mental health in 2025. This inludes $120,000 allocated to Richland Community College. These funds will introduce new services,...
Warm Days Ahead for Central Illinois; Thunderstorms Possible Mid-Week: NWS
Central Illinois is set to experience above-normal temperatures for the week ahead, with Sunday expected to be the warmest day, according to the National Weather Service. According to the National Weather Service, highs will reach the mid-50s by Sunday, continuing into Monday....
Illinois Zoo Offers Ultimate Revenge On Ex For Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day isn't always a happy holiday so if you've recently been dumped by your significant other, here's a way you can get the ultimate revenge in Illinois. Name A Cockroach After Your Ex For Valentine's Day In Illinois. I believe Valentine's Day is one of those "love...
Illinois Main Street Named One of the Nation’s Most Charming
It seems like every downtown area has a "Main Street" and it's not a surprise that one in Illinois is getting national attention for being the best. there is just something about shopping in a small town's downtown area. Hannibal and Qwuincy have amazing boutique options,...
Mass Layoff at Illinois Airport to Impact More than 500 Workers
It's been a sad and tragic beginning in 2025 for the airline industry and it just became even more challenging for an airport in Illinois that will now be impacted by a mass layoff of more than 500 workers. The newest WARN notice submitted to the state of Illinois will...
Well, Rats – New Map Proves Illinois Has a Sudden Rodent Problem
I think if we're being honest with ourselves, all of us have had to deal with a mouse or two in our lifetime. There is one state that has dealt with more than others and a new map proves that Illinois suddenly has a rodent problem. I saw this new...
America’s Worst Pizza Joint Has 19 Locations in Illinois
Looking for the worst of the worst when it comes to pizza? Then it would be best if you came to this place. There's nothing wrong with enjoying a slice of pizza that is more than likely intended for kids, but if that is the case, it should at least be appetizing.
Henyard investigation • Pritzker vs. Elon • Fatal Indiana police shooting
CHICAGO - Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot released the findings of her investigation into alleged misconduct by Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard; an Indiana man who was fatally shot by a sheriff's deputy was identified as a Jan. 6 defendant; and Gov. JB Pritzker and Elon Musk...
Illinois Flirts with Making Daylight Savings Time Permanent
The pitch phrase “Set it and forget it”. Is used on infomercials for kitchen baking inventions, but could also be applied to Illinois HB1400 that would make Daylight Savings time the only time in Illinois. The idea isn’t new. For years legislators have floated this concept...
Smile! Illinois Has The Best Dental Health In The U.S.
Don't you hate when you meet someone and they have bad breath or just bad teeth? Sure, not everyone can afford dental care or has access to good dental care, but it's definitely hard for most of us to get past. People also have medical conditions that make them have bad teeth...