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a day ago
- Automotive
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Two dead after crash involving semi in Logan Co.
LOGAN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Two people are dead after a three-vehicle crash in Logan County. Troopers with the Illinois State Police responded to the intersection of Illinois 121 and 1100 Street around 1:21 p.m. on Friday. Four dead after car vs. train crash in Shelby Co. After investigating, State Police said the accident involved a truck-tractor semi-trailer, an unoccupied parked vehicle, and a vehicle with two people inside. The driver of the semi-trailer was uninjured, but both occupants inside the other vehicle were fatally injured, Illinois State Police said. At this time, the Illinois State Police said they are not able to release further details about how the accident happened. IL-121 was temporarily closed from County Road 1200 N. to 1600th Avenue but has since re-opened. The Logan County Coroner's Office told WCIA that the families of the victims have been notified. No other information is available at this time. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
a day ago
- General
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Illinois State Police: Two are dead in Logan County crash southeast of Lincoln
Two people died in an a crash at the intersection of Illinois 121 and 1100th Street, about seven miles southeast of Lincoln the afternoon of May 30, according to the Illinois State Police. The two people killed were in the same vehicle. The crash involved a semi-truck and an unoccupied vehicle. One person was pronounced dead at the scene. The other person was pronounced dead at Lincoln Memorial Hospital's emergency room, said Logan County deputy coroner Donald Peasley, reached by The State Journal-Register on June 1. More: 'I did it for my mom.' Sonya Massey's son reflects on relationship with his mom before graduation The driver of the truck was not hurt. The crash site was near the unincorporated area of Chestervale in Logan County. A report provided by Trooper Shannon Barrea, a public information officer with ISP, did not provide details of the crash. The victims' names have not been released. Families have been notified, Peasley said. Illinois 121 was temporarily closed following the crash from County Road 1200 North to 1600th Avenue, according to the ISP report. Contact Steven Spearie: 217-622-1788; sspearie@ X, This article originally appeared on State Journal-Register: Three-vehicle crash claims lives of two people in Logan County
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
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Fire crews work to put out house fire near Indian Lake
Fire crews are working to put out a house fire near Indian Lake, according to Logan County dispatch. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The scene is located on Beachwood Cove, which is at the end of Long Island Drive. TRENDING STORIES: 'I lost everything;' Home torn apart in SWAT standoff Skating rink at center of service dog controversy changing owners Dunkin' location temporarily closes after video of rat in donut display circulates Video from an iWitness 7 viewer shows a home fully engulfed. Another iWitness 7 viewer video shows a pillar of dark smoke rising from the house. News Center 7 will continue to follow this story. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Business
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AAA predicts 1.7 million Ohioans to travel for Memorial Day weekend
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Memorial Day Weekend is one of the busiest times to travel as millions of people take to the roads and hit the skies this weekend. AAA is predicting more than 45 million people will travel, which is about 1.4 million more than last year. But will the weather or the economic climate have any impact? Memorial Day Weekend is supposed to be the unofficial start of summer. However, here in Ohio, it doesn't feel that way just yet. Regardless, 1.7 million Ohioans are expected to travel this weekend, and 1.5 million of those will drive to their destination. 'We have found that people are more likely to drive to their holiday destinations than to fly. And there's a number of reasons for that,' said Kara Hitchens with AAA. Reason number one: Driving is often more convenient than flying. 'You can make your schedule. When you're flying, you're obviously on the airline's schedule,' said Hitchens. 5 Logan County Seniors receive $1,000 grants The second reason, gas prices. According to AAA, the current national average gas price is around $3.16. A year ago, we were looking at prices closer to $3.61. 'The typical seasonal uptick that we would see this time of year hasn't quite hit yet. It may come later in the summer, but right now gas prices are looking pretty good, which is giving an advantage to those people who do want to drive to their destination,' she said. Memorial Day Weekend is often the time for public pools to open. But, here in Ohio, it is not pool season just yet. However, those with plans this weekend probably made them months in advance. So, while the weather might not have any impact on how many people spend the weekend, experts at AAA say the uncertainty of the economy just might. 'It'll be interesting to see what happens for the rest of the summer, because the economy is still, you know, has so much uncertainty with it,' said Hitchens, 'prices are still high. Grocery prices are still high. We're even looking at airline prices. You know, they're up over last year as well. So pricing, prices have a lot to do with it.' If you are heading out the door this weekend, Hitchens says to plan ahead. 'You want to make sure you know where construction zones are, you know, any, any other kind of barriers. Make sure that you have an emergency roadside kit with you so that in case you do end up at the side of the road, you have some essentials such as water and snacks, that type of thing with you,' she said. NBC4 also asked what the most popular destinations are for Ohioans this weekend, and according to Hitchens, most are opting to go South. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Business
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5 Logan County seniors receive $1,000 grants as they start their careers
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Five graduating seniors in Logan County are getting a boost as they get ready to launch their careers. The Logan County Collaborative presented five $1,000 grants to each student. All of them have committed to begin their careers with local businesses in the fields of construction, skilled trades, manufacturing, or health care. The grants are a first for the Logan County Collaborative — a business advisory committee that brings teachers, community leaders, and business leaders together to strategize how to best prepare workers for jobs in their communities. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
