Thought Leaders Share the Advice That Has Made Them Successful
They are authors, speakers, entrepreneurs. Some are a part of prestigious, well-known organizations. Others have built their own businesses from scratch. They come from all walks of life, but they share one remarkable talent: innovative thinking. They've all asked themselves the same questions you've asked yourself at some point or another.
Read full storyWhite Supremacist Group 'Patriot Front' Jeered in Chicago
Chicago, IL - Back in December, the self-avowed far-right group known as 'Patriot Front' led a protest march through the streets of D.C. Yesterday, the group arrived on the streets of Chicago to join a separate demonstration for anti-abortion activists. Although they did not number more than a few dozen, their presence drew heckles and jeers from the March for Life rally in Chicago on Saturday, the anti-abortion activists they had shown up to support.
Read full storyDid You Know? LED Lights Were Invented at UIUC
Champaign/Urbana, IL - Learn something new every day! LED lighting is ubiquitous these days - in our homes, businesses, and even on the street. But what many people don't know is that this technology was actually invented right here at UIUC!
Read full storyCar Gets T-Boned on Bloomington Road
Champaign, IL - A minor two-car accident on Bloomington Road briefly shut down traffic during one of the busiest times of the day. The accident happened at the intersection of Bloomington Road and Prospect Avenue. The accident is still under investigation.
Read full storyChicago-Based Tech Orgs Aim to Dominate Quantum Computing
Chicago, IL - Several Chicago-based organizations have partnered together to create Duality, an accelerator program aimed at advancing quantum computing. It was officially launched in April 2021 and will begin accepting applications and offering information sessions for businesses interested in applying for the 2nd cohort starting on December 15th, 2021. As noted in the announcement by Polsky, it is the first program of its kind to focus on businesses entering the quantum science and technology space.
Read full story25 Guns Stolen from Bloomington Gun Shop
Bloomington, IL - Early Sunday morning, police say there were two break-ins at local gun shops. The first happened Midwest Exchange pawn shop located at 1404 E Empire St, Bloomington. However, the thieves ended up leaving empty-handed as all of the firearms were locked securely in safes. Within an hour, another shop was hit. This time it was Smiley's Sport Shop, located at 2049 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington. This time, the thieves were able to make off with 24 pistols and one rifle.
Read full story1st Quad-State Tornado in US History Brought by Storms
On December 10, the United States experienced what could possibly be the 1st quad-state tornado. Preliminary information suggests the tornado was on the ground for more than 200 miles. It was part of a larger system that produced as many as 30 twisters. The deadly storms ripped through the states of Illinois, Arkansas, Missouri, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky, killing as many as 100 people. The storm caused extensive damage to several areas, with the hardest hit being the town of Mayfield, Kentucky where a large swath of the town was flattened.
Read full storyChampaign on High Tornado Alert After Edwardsville Building Collapse
Champaign, IL - I bet your phone was chiming like crazy just as mine was this evening. My daughter grabbed her camera to try to capture some of the almost non-stop lightning that was lighting up the night. During the brunt of the storm, the police scanner site I typically monitor went down. All lives feeds were down, in fact. We were a little on-edge, and rightfully so.
Read full storyCar Crashes into Champaign Recreation Area
Champaign, IL - A single-vehicle accident occurred when the driver of a car apparently didn't realize the street ended at the intersection of North Elm and West Eureka streets in Champaign and ended up stuck on the embankment of the Detention/Recreation area also known as Mini Park VIII. The recreation area serves mainly as a drainage ditch to alleviate flooding. However, there is also a basketball court inside the ditch that serves as a small recreational park.
Read full storyUIUC Students Bring Holiday Cheer with Dial-a-Carol
Holiday sheet music and bells ring in the holiday season.Pixabay. It's that time of year again! The University of Illinois dorm residents are ready to give you a glimmer of holiday cheer on speed dial. This is a great way to get in the holiday spirit! If you're not familiar with this wonderful family-friendly and free spectacle, University of Illinois students sing carols LIVE on demand.
Read full storyAvowed Pro-Fascism Group 'Patriot Front' Marches on D.C.
Patriot Front rally in Philadelphia in July of 2021NBC News Philadelphia. Washington, D.C. - Once again, a spotlight has been thrust on the self-proclaimed pro-fascism group 'Patriot Front' (formerly known as Vanguard America, organizers of the deadly 'Unite the Right' rally) as the group of more than 100 people arrived in Washington D.C. for an impromptu march through the nation's capital. Independent journalist, Ford Fischer captured raw footage of the incident and live-streamed it to Twitter. For several hours, the group stood in formation, surrounded by D.C. law enforcement.
Read full storyMore than $1 Million in Stolen Goods Recovered in Chicago
Chicago, IL - Illinois AG's organized retail crime task force has seized more than $1 million worth of stolen goods located inside retail storage units. Tens of thousands of items including household goods, clothing, and electronics was enough to fill four trailers.
Read full storyHarvard Food Processing Plant Acid Spill Injures 7
Harvard, IL - On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, employees at the Dean Foods plant in Harvard, IL were exposed to a toxic substance, resulting in seven employees being hospitalized. The injuries were not considered life-threatening.
Read full storyMt. Zion Police Investigating Threat at Mt. Zion High School
Mount Zion, IL - After finding threatening graffiti inside three restrooms at Mt. Zion High School, police were notified of a possible threat involving the school. The graffiti was discovered at around 11 am on Thursday. After conducting multiple interviews with students and staff, police stated they were unable to substantiate the threats.
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