Severe weather to move into the area today
OTTAWA – North Central Illinois could face some severe thunderstorms this afternoon through mid-evening. Damaging winds, large hail, and the potential for tornadoes are all possible this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. There is also
Moratorium on new nuclear power plants in Illinois closer to coming to an end
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Bloomington Police involved in shooting
BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Police Officers shot a suspect after a call Thursday evening. Authorities say they were called to the 900 block of Turnberry Drive for an allegedly armed subject around 9:30 PM. While en route,
Lightning likely cause of fire that destroys rural Mendota shed
MENDOTA – A shed was destroyed after a fire likely caused by lightning Friday morning in rural Mendota. The Mendota and Troy Grove Fire Departments were called to the 4300 block of US Route 34 around 1
Stage 212 Auditions for The Wizard of Oz coming soon
LASALLE — Stage 212 in downtown LaSalle will be seeking performers for this summer’s main stage production of The Wizard of Oz. On April fourth, fifth, and seventh at 5 PM, auditions will be held at Lighted
Florida man flees on bicycle
MOUNT DORA, FL — An officer tried to stop a man on his bicycle in Mount Dora, Florida due to missing a front light and red rear light on his blue bicycle. The man told the officer, “nah”
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Severe weather possible Friday night
MOLINE – Severe weather could swiftly march across North Central Illinois Friday night. The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has upgraded much of Western Illinois to Moderate risk for severe thunderstorms. Damaging winds to 70 MPH, tornadoes,
Bill to help veterans families with property taxes moves forward
SPRINGFIELD – An Illinois Senate Bill to help families of veterans with property taxes after the death of the veteran has moved forward through the state legislature. Gibson City Republican Tom Bennett sponsored the bill. Currently, a disabled