Illinois residents will soon be able to carry digital versions of their driver’s licenses, thanks to a new law signed by Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday. House Bill 4592, one of more than 100 bills recently signed by the governor, allows Illinois residents the option of a “mobile Illinois Identification […]
As students head back to the classroom, the American Red Cross has issued a safety checklist to ensure students stay safe during their commute. The checklist provides essential tips for parents, students, and drivers. For Younger Students or First-Time School-Goers: For Students Walking to School: For Students Taking the Bus: […]
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law Friday to prohibit landlords from retaliating against their tenants. The new legislation, known as the Landlord Retaliation Act, aims to protect tenants who raise concerns about their living conditions. Under the new law, landlords are banned from terminating leases, increasing rent, decreasing […]
By FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com Whatever the distance, Spencer Wilson can cover it quickly. “I don’t know if his best event is the 200 (meters), the mile or something in-between,” St. Joseph-Ogden track and field coach Jason Retz said. The running versatility of Wilson – a recent St. Joseph-Ogden High School […]
Mark your calendars for a delightful musical experience with the Champaign County Forest Preserve District. On Saturday, August 17, the serene setting of the Middle Fork River Forest Preserve will come alive with the vibrant sounds of Afro D & Global Soundwaves. This local 6-piece band, known for their unique […]
Mark your calendars for a delightful musical experience with the Champaign County Forest Preserve District. On Saturday, August 17, the serene setting of the Middle Fork River Forest Preserve will come alive with the vibrant sounds of Afro D & Global Soundwaves. This local 6-piece band, known for their unique […]
Champaign County Forest Preserves, in partnership with the Prairie Cycle Club (PCC), will host Pedal the Preserves on August 17. This event encourages outdoor activity and environmental stewardship, aiming to inspire a healthy, active lifestyle while fostering community spirit and awareness about conserving natural areas. Proceeds will benefit the Forest […]
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill on Friday that will cap the monthly cost of prescription inhalers at $25 for people with health insurance. The new law, set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, will also prohibit health insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage for these essential medications […]
The Champaign-Urbana Elks Lodge 2497, in collaboration with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation, will sponsor a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. The clinic, led by Dr. James McKechnie, will take place from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois […]
A petition launched by Prairie Rivers Network aims to halt proposed carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) projects that could jeopardize the Mahomet Aquifer, a crucial water source for nearly one million residents in Central Illinois. The Mahomet Aquifer supplies millions of gallons of water daily to central Illinois residents, farmers, […]
