Emilee Fannon
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Keeping animal abusers from owning guns
ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- One organization is looking to take guns out of the hands of animal abusers. → Read More
People catch free dinner at turkey drop
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) -- Dozens of people lined up in their cars for a chance to win a free turkey right before the holiday. → Read More
Democrat eyes traditionally Republican 101st
ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- Another name is being thrown into the pool for the 101st House District seat. → Read More
Senate overrides Governor's veto on school funding
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) --- The Senate rounded up enough votes to override Governor Rauner's veto on a new school funding formula (SB1). But Democrats say the work is not over yet. → Read More
Lawmakers clock less than 6 hours in May
ILLINOIS -- Since most eyes are on the Senate while waiting for a budget solution, not much is being heard from the House. One reason could be because not much is happening. → Read More
Barack Obama Day?
ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- Former president Barack Obama is one step closer to being honored in the state. → Read More
Possible approval of pot
ILLINOIS -- Another attempt to legalize marijuana is being discussed in the Statehouse, but this time with a few different rules. → Read More
World Series win cost city pretty penny
CHICAGO -- Opening Day is just a few weeks away and the city is still paying workers for the hundreds of hours in overtime they worked during the World Series Title run. → Read More
Fire claims life of 3-year old
SPRINGFIELD -- Family and friends are mourning the death of a 3-year old in an apartment fire. → Read More
Medical marijuana nears 1-year milestone
ILLINOIS -- Starting next week, the state will reach its one-year anniversary for medical marijuana hitting shelves. → Read More
Cub's ticket scams are out there
ILLINOIS --- Cub's fans looking to score a ticket to the World Series need to watch out for scams. The Attorney General is warning baseball fans to investigate their ticket sellers. → Read More
Practice plans help in an emergency
ILLINOIS -- Would you know what to do if an earthquake shook the ground you're on? → Read More
Not everyone fine w/new fair fees
SPRINGFIELD -- The kickoff to the State Fair is just two days away, but already some say they're upset about this year's event. → Read More
High school journalists get stroke of support
ILLINOIS -- High school journalists will soon get more freedom when writing about controversial issues. → Read More
Law enforcement to carry EpiPens
ILLINOIS -- Law enforcement around the state will soon be able to save more lives. → Read More
SCOTUS votes down transgendered restrooms
NATIONAL -- The US Supreme Court voted against allowing transgendered people to use the bathroom of their choice. → Read More
Ways to reduce wasteful state spending
ILLINOIS -- Do you have a good idea for the state to save some money? Well one group wants to hear from you and you could get a cash reward. → Read More
Budget battle could be end of line for horse racing
ILLINOIS -- Harness racing may soon become a thing of the past. → Read More
Decatur Superintendent moving on
DECATUR - Decatur Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Taylor is moving on to her next position in Hayworth, Illinois. → Read More