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Livingston County, State Police and local police are investigating a triple homicide in Cullom

(Cullom--jc)  Livingston County, State Police and local police are investigating a triple homicide in Cullom. The bodies of three people were found on Christmas by authorities There is a suspect in custody. Authorities say the victims were a 51 year old man, 48 year old woman and a 27 year old man. Their bodies were found just after 2 Wednesday morning. Autopsies are set for all three today. WPXN news will update this story on later newscasts. 

 

 

(Hoopeston-jm) -- The Hoopeston Public Library is hosting their Food for Fines Program. If you bring in canned or non-perishable food you will receive $1 off your fine for each item. The food will be donated to a local food pantry. The promotion runs through December 28th.

 

 

(Gifford-jm) -- The Champaign County village of Gifford is seeing an increase in the monthly revenue they receive from the state’s Motor Fuel Tax. The village receives between $3,200 and $3,300 each month. Previously, the village received between $1,800 and $2,000 each month.

 

 

(Springfield-jm) -- Road fatalities are down this year and the Illinois Department of Transportation is hoping it stays that way. 965 people have died on Illinois roads in 2019, a decrease of about 50 people. State and local police have increased enforcement for the holidays in an effort to keep those numbers down says I-DOT Spokesperson Guy Tridgell... 

 

 

I-DOT Spokesperson Guy Tridgell. Tridgell says in addition to seeing more police on the roads, law enforcement will be holding special details and roadside safety checks through the holidays. 


 

(Undated-jm) -- The CDC is warning that puppies are linked to a multi-state outbreak of an infection resistant to multiple drugs. So far 30 cases resulting in four hospitalizations of Campylobacter jejune has been reported in 13 states including Illinois.  The CDC says contact with puppies especially in pet stores are likely the source of the outbreak. Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach cramps and fever that lasts about a week. Those infected usually recover without antibiotics. The CDC recommends always washing your hands after touching puppies or dogs.

 

(Undated-jm) -- Changes are coming to changing table laws in 2020 in Illinois. State buildings, public places, retail stores over 5,000 square feet with public restrooms and restaurants that hold more than 60 patrons with public restrooms will now be required to have changing tables in both men’s and women’s restrooms. Industrial buildings, nightclubs and bars are exempt.

 

 

(Paxton-jm) -- Many school districts across the state are facing a multitude of challenges from funding to pensions and teacher retention. Paxton Buckley Loda Schools Superintendent Cliff McClure talks about some of the challenges facing the PBL school district…

 

 

PBL Schools Superintendent Cliff McClure.

 


(Undated-jm) -- Illinois home prices moved higher in November while statewide sales shifted lower amid tighter inventory. WPXN’s Jason Madden has the details…

 

 

 

(Peoria-jm) -- Those who have a sick child that is in OSF’s children's hospital in Peoria have another place to stay close by. Ronald McDonald House recently opened in the city. The 22 bedroom facility is expected to serve over 700 families annually. Ronald McDonald House’s provide a supportive place for families to stay while their child receives medical care.

 

(Washington-jm) -- More farmers who have been turned down for loans by the usual lenders are going to so called "alternative" lenders. Gary Crawford has the details…

 


 

 

(Paxton-jm) -- A local food pantry received a donation from an area business. Paxton Hardware and Rental sold ornaments for a Christmas tree with the money raised going to an area food pantry says Paxton Hardware and Rental employee Andrea Turner…

 

 

Paxton Hardware and Rental Employee Andrea Turner.

 

 

(Ludlow-jm) -- Bids for upgrades for the new Ludlow water system are expected to go out in early 2020. Fehr Graham Engineering told village leaders the letting of bids will take place in January. They also expect to close with the USDA in mid-March for grant funds that will pay off the bridge loan from a Paxton bank for the project.

 

 

(Fisher-jm) -- A Fisher intersection will see traffic control changes. The changes affect the intersection of Sangamon and Second Streets. Those traveling north and south on Second Street will now have a stop sign while Sangamon will be designated as a through street.

 

 

(Thomasboro-jm) -- The village of Thomasboro is moving forward with seeking to hire a full time police chief. The village had been discussing whether or not to hire an additional part time officer, contract full time service with the county or hire a full time police chief. Mike Martinez has currently been serving as interim police chief.

 

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