| Today's Local News |
 Groups Wants Look At Tax Returns  WBGZ Radio | Aug 17, 2010 A group of Democrats is calling on the republican candidate for lieutenant governor to release his tax returns. A chapter of the group called Democracy for America has delivered more than 1,000 petition signatures to State Sen. and Republican candidate for governor Bill Brady’s (R-Bloomington) campaign office. They are asking him to pressure his running mate, Jason Plummer, to release his tax returns to the public. [Full Story] |
 Tax Credit Issue in Governor’s Race WBGZ Radio | Aug 17, 2010 A tax credit for small businesses is at issue in the race for governor. Gov. Pat Quinn is promoting a small business tax credit that he accuses the Republican candidate, State Sen. Bill Brady (R-Bloomington), of wanting to reduce, but Brady’s campaign says Quinn is distorting Brady’s proposal.[Full Story] |
 Distracted Driving Simulator WBGZ Radio | Aug 17, 2010 Go ahead, text while driving! But only at a simulation at the Illinois State Police demonstration tent at the Illinois State Fair. The simulator includes three computer screens, a steering wheel, and brake and gas pedals. A trooper guides the demonstration, telling teenagers, or any other willing participant, when to start texting, “I’m running late,” and “What’s for dinner?” [Full Story] |
 Record Crops Possible WBGZ Radio | Aug 17, 2010 The Illinois agriculture director likes the numbers coming out of the National Agriculture Statistics Services. That’s because NASS thinks the Illinois corn crop yield will rival the 2004 record yield, and the Illinois soybean crop will come close to the 2004 record. [Full Story] |
 NEW: State Fair Champion From Riverbend WBGZ Radio | Aug 16, 2010 The Riverbend can boast another winner at the Illinois State Fair. Many listeners are familiar with the award winning baked goods and garden products that come from our area. Now, the State Fair Champion in the Husband Calling Contest can be added to the region's list of notables.[Full Story] |
 Blagojevich Jury Back To Work TodayWBGZ Radio | Aug 16, 2010 Jurors in the Rod Blagojevich corruption trial are back to work this morning after taking a long weekend off to regroup. Last week, the jury told the judge they've only been able to agree on two of the counts in the case against the ex-governor, and haven't even begun deliberating about a dozen of them.[Full Story] |
 Redfield: Democrats Just Want Blagojevich 'To Go Away'WBGZ Radio | Aug 16, 2010 The unfolding drama of Rod Blagojevich's corruption trial is affecting more people than just the former governor. University of Illinois Political Science Professor Dr. Kent Redfield says the longer the trial drags on, the worse it is for Democrats running for office. Redfield says the outcome of the trial is not as important for Democrats.[Full Story] |
 Mayor Tours NeighborhoodsWBGZ Radio | Aug 16, 2010 The Mayor of Alton took a little time on Sunday to tour several community beautification projects that have been established in a number of Alton neighborhoods. The Alton Clean City and Beautification Committee sponsored the program to award up to $250 to groups that wanted to do something to improve their part of town.[Full Story] |
 Power Team Coming To Area WBGZ Radio | Aug 16, 2010 Starting Wednesday, the Power Team of Dallas Texas will be touring schools in the area during the day, and holding court at the Bethalto Church of God in the evenings. For the five days, August 18-22, the group of athletes will combine feats of strength with a positive message for young and old alike.[Full Story] |
 Officer Killed Update WBGZ Radio | Aug 16, 2010 Extradition procedures are underway for a St. Louis man arrested in Maryland in connection with an Illinois police officer's death. Andrew Davenport is charged with aggravated fleeing from a police officer for the August 10th chase, which left Cowden Police Officer Jeremy Hubbard dead.[Full Story] |
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