The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday, forcing TikTok to be sold to an American company. News Watch's Harrison Belsanti spoke with Eastern Illinois University students who use the popular app, as well as a professional studying the field. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
Experts at the University of Illinois say more than a half a million people in Central Illinois get their water from and underground source called the Mahomet Aquifer. Now more than ever, officials say that it's crucial to protect and learn about one of the region's largest sources of water. News Watch's Ben Whitney spoke with those working hard to protect the aquifer. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
Prices on just about everything continue to rise, and that includes the automotive industry. News Watch's Harrison Belsanti visited Effingham to find out how residents are saving money using the town's new public transportation system. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
For years, children in one small Shelby County town have done without a new playground. Now, that's about to change. News Watch's Harrison Belsanti visited Stewardson, IL for an update on the parks renovation progress, and the inspiration behind the work. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
After years of effort, a local community center is getting ready to open its doors to the public. News Watch's Harrison Belsanti visited Villa Grove for a look inside the new facility. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
A unique family business is giving back to the community, and this time, as News Watch's Harrison Belsanti reports, the recipient is a Mattoon elementary school. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
As Charleston makes room for a new establishment, another business continues to grow! Several months ago, News Watch's Harrison Belsanti reported on Coles County's first winery. Now, he's back to tell us how the business is "rooted" in the community and going strong! ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
As temperatures continue to drop, many of us are staying warm by staying inside. But keeping the heat and lights on takes work from utility crews outside. News Watch's Harrison Belsanti shows how those crews are staying safe, and how the cold affects their service to customers. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
Humans aren't the only ones facing bitter cold in the coming days. News Watch's Harrison Belsanti brings us more on what pet owners can do this winter, to keep their companions safe and warm. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
There's more to Lake Mattoon than just a big body of water, and after this weekend, more could be happening at the park to bring tourists to town. News Watch's Harrison Belsanti reports from the lake. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
A holiday tradition gets ready to make Christmas a "Merry One" for more than a thousand local families! News Watch's Harrison Belsanti has more on a project that brings the spirit of the season to central Illinois. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>
The price of a new fire truck can cost departments hundreds of thousands of dollars. But now, as News Watch’s Harrison Belsanti reports, with the help from the state, several departments, including one in Moultrie County, are getting life saving equipment. ... FULL STORY TEXT >>