(The Center Square) – Illinois voters will get a chance to decide whether millionaires in the state should pay an additional tax to address the high property taxes in the Land of Lincoln.The question asks: "Should the Illinois Constitution be amended to create an additional 3% tax on income greater than $1 million for the purpose of dedicating funds raised for property tax relief?" Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn is supporting the amendment that he said would raise over $4 billion to put in a property tax relief fund.
(Illinois–jc) –A bridge connecting Illinois and Missouri has been closed due to a fire raging nearby. According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the Stan Musial Veterans Memorial Bridge that carries Interstate 70 over the Mississippi River will be closed for up to two days due to a fire at a vacant warehouse. The fire was causing a large amount of smoke to hang over the nearby roadways, resulting in potentially dangerous driving conditions.
(Washington–jc) Food prices were higher in September, again. Gary Crawford reports...
(Undated–jc) Postal workers rallied across Illinois earlier this week, to demand increased wages and safety protections.The rally came as incidents of letter carriers being beaten, robbed and killed increased, with only about 10% of the more than 2,000 attacks nationwide since 2020 being prosecuted.The Protect Our Letter Carriers Act, if passed, would increase funding for more postal inspectors and resources to prosecute crimes against postal workers.
(Buckley–jc) The Buckley Lakeside Fall Festival will feature crafts, yard games, inflatables, food and music. Event Spokesperson Sarah Dean says there is also a scarecrow contest...
Buckley Lakeside Fall Festival Spokesperson Sarah Dean
(Chicago–jc) –A fourth day of jury selection took place on Tuesday in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker and state Democratic Party Chair Michael Madigan. Judge John Robert Blakey resumed proceedings Tuesday morning at the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse in Chicago. One additional juror and six alternates are needed to join the eleven jurors who were selected last week.Along with co-defendant Michael McClain, Madigan is charged with 23 counts of bribery, racketeering and official misconduct.
(Rantoul–jc) There is a new business coming to the village of Rantoul, officially on Wednesday morning. Purcell Appliance Center is opening up in Rantoul at 604 Eagle Drive in Rantoul. Rantoul Mayor Chuck Smith says as Pauls Appliances closed last year, the need for a local appliance store is now filled...
Rantoul Mayor Chuck Smith
A ribbon cutting ceremony is set for this morning at 10.
(Champaign County–jc) Interstate 74 was down to one lane of traffic Tuesday morning near mile marker 178 due to a road obstruction. Illinois State Police were called to assist at the scene. Police agencies are asking motorists traveling through that area of I-74 in Champaign to use caution as traffic continues to slow down in that construction area.
(Thomasboro–jc) Today's WPXN Business of the Day is Hoveln Heating Cooling and Plumbing of Thomasboro. The three generation business has served the area since 1977. Hoveln Heating Cooling and Plumbing is a Bryant dealer. They also do geo-thermal projects and more. Their slogan is..."Hoveln, does it right."
Your friends at Hoveln also want to let you know about the changes coming on January First concerning refrigerant regulations. If you have any questions, call Hoveln Heating, Cooling and Plumbing of Thomasboro at 217-643-2125.
It's fall and its time to check your furnace for the winter. They also are an area leader in geo-thermal projects, to heat pumps. The Bryant name of products offered by Hovlen is a solid choice for homeowners seeking a balance of quality, performance, and affordability. Call them today for all your heating, cooling and plumbing needs. The number is 217-643-2125. Hoveln Heating Cooling and Plumbing of Thomasboro is the WPXN Business of the Day, today
(Springfield–jc) –May the force be with the Illinois State Historical Society. The Springfield-based organization's Facebook page was hacked. The infiltrator shortened the name to just "Historical Society" in September and has posted nothing but Star Wars-themed posts since. The page, which used to share state trivia and historical anniversaries, now features Stars Wars memes and birthday shout outs to cast members. ISHS officials have since created a new Facebook page.
(Cissna Park–jc) One local village continues to plan for its annual Christmas shopping weekend. Those with the Cissna Park Merchants Committee say their "Small Town Christmas weekend" is set for November 29th and November 30th. A lighted Christmas parade is planned and a townwide to Kellart Lake Christmas House decorating contest is also planned Prizes will be awarded for both the parade and house decorating contests. Cissna Park Businesses will also be busy with holiday specials for shoppers.
(Washington–jc) The balance sheets are out concerning soybean demand. USDA Rod Bain has the story...
(Paxton–jc) With the holidays approaching, one park district has a facility that can be rented for Christmas parties, meetings and more. The Paxton Park District Director Jordan Chapman talks about renting the center for public and family events...
Paxton Park District Director Jordan Chapman
Contact number is 217-379-4203.
(Hoffman Estates–jc) –The Hoffman Estates Police Department updated residents late Tuesday morning, saying the caracal, a medium-sized wild cat native to Africa, the Middle East and parts of Asia, was caught by officers.The cat was found unharmed, hiding under a residential deck. It will be transported to an exotic animal rescue center in southern Wisconsin. Where the animal came from is still a mystery.
(Paxton–jc) The Gibson Area Hospital Foundation is hosting a fundraiser on Friday October 25th in Paxton and Saturday October 26th in Gibson City. It's "Glo Bingo." Gibson Area Hospital Director of Employee and Community Events Bill Kirby says its a fun and energetic way to raise money for the foundation...
Gibson Area Hospital Director of Employee and Community Events Bill Kirby.
Tickets are available on-line.
