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Union County state's attorney sues to block cuts at Choate Mental Health Center
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (317+ words) Union County State's Attorney Tyler Tripp has filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent the Illinois Department of Human Services from closing portions of the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna. Tripp filed the suit on behalf of Union…...
Wine & Food Pairing Weekend: Autumn Inspirations
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (151+ words) All wineries are open for regular business hours during this event. Select wineries listed below will be offering pairings. Pre-purchase your ticket online and select your starting point. The first winery you visit will provide your souvenir wine glass and…...
New Illinois law targets tech harassment, expands remote court access for survivors
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (250+ words) Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation updating the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986, modernizing state law to address technology-based abuse and expand court accessibility for survivors. Local support organizations, including the Survivor Empowerment Center, advocated for the legislative updates. Angela Odom,…...
Proposed development plans to bring 28 affordable homes to Mt. Vernon
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (257+ words) This summer, the Illinois Housing Development Authority announced funding for 22 affordable housing developments across 15 counties, including the Aljunia Springs development in Mt. Vernon. The project marks the first affordable housing initiative for Eye Housing Solutions, a nonprofit founded by Kelly…...
Aaron Del Mar, Republican Lt. Gov. candidate campaigns across Illinois
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (125+ words) WSIU NEWS In the Illinois race for Governor, there are familiar faces running for the top spot. However, the Lt. Gov. candidates are new to this race. Both campaigns visited southern Illinois at the end of August. Republican Darren Bailey's…...
Jackson County Health Department urges residents to check their measles vaccination status
1+ week, 4+ day ago (164+ words) wsiu.org - On Air Now Playing WSIU 91.9 FM | HD1-News & Classical Jackson County Health Department urges residents to check their measles vaccination status Following six confirmed measles cases in Illinois this year, the Jackson County Health Department is urging residents and…...
Shawnee Health opens the doors to its Children's Dental Center
1+ week, 4+ day ago (88+ words) wsiu.org - On Air Now Playing WSIU 91.9 FM | HD1-News & Classical Shawnee Health opens the doors to its Children's Dental Center Shawnee Health has officially opened the doors to its Children's Dental Center. Tuesday, local leaders and community members gathered to…...
Illinois State Police releases video of a shooting incident in an Effingham church
1+ week, 4+ day ago (158+ words) WSIU NEWS - On Air Now Playing WSIU 91.9 FM | HD1-News & Classical Illinois State Police releases video of a shooting incident in an Effingham church The Illinois State Police have released video from a July shooting inside St. John’s Lutheran Church in…...
Arizona attorney general launches review of Flock cameras
1+ week, 4+ day ago (81+ words) WSIU NEWS - On Air Now Playing WSIU 91.9 FM | HD1-News & Classical Arizona attorney general launches review of Flock cameras As more communities push back against the use of Flock cameras by law enforcement, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes explains what she…...
Weapon found inside vehicle at Marion High School
1+ week, 5+ day ago (85+ words) A parked vehicle on the Marion High School campus Monday prompted school officials to contact local police. When officers arrived and searched the vehicle, they found a weapon inside. The school says no threats were made against any students, faculty…...