Author Archives: Lindsay Romano
Illinois EPA and Department of Public Health monitoring air quality impact from Canadian wildfires
June 1, 2025 -If you noticed the air seemed a little hazy this weekend in central Illinois, that's due to smoke from Canadian wildfires drifting into the area. Canadian wildfire smoke reached Illinois...
Jun 01, 2025
Prosecutors ask judge to sentence ex-Speaker Madigan to 12 and a half years in prison
By HANNAH MEISEL Capitol News Illinois hmeisel@capitolnewsillinois.com June 1, 2025 - Federal prosecutors are asking for a lengthy 12 -year prison sentence for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Ma...
Jun 01, 2025 Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan leaves Chicago's Dirksen Federal Courthouse after a jury convicted him on 10 of 23 corruption charges on Feb. 12, 2025. Ahead of his June 13 sentencing, federal prosecutors are recommending Madigan be sentenced to 12 ½ years in prison, plus a $1.5 million fine. The former speaker is asking for five years’ probation, including one year of home detention. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
New taxes on sports bets, nicotine products as Democrats pass $55.2B budget
By BEN SZALINSKI & JERRY NOWICKI Capitol News Illinois news@capitolnewsillinois.com June 1, 2025 - Giving almost no time for public review, Illinois Democrats pushed through a $55.2 billion budget...
Jun 01, 2025 House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and members of his Democratic caucus applaud members of their staff early Sunday morning after the chamber approved the $55.2 billion budget bill. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Giggles and Big Hungry's Donuts to partner with The Salvation Army for National Donut Day June 6th
June 1, 2025- Giggles and Big Hungry's Daylight Donuts have partnered with The Salvation Army to celebrate National Donut Day on June 6th. Those who want to contribute to the cause can contact both st...
Jun 01, 2025 assorted donuts with chocolate frosted, pink glazed and sprinkles donuts.
Lindsay Romano
Hi! My name is Lindsay Romano! I am 47 years old and I am the Content Director for NowDecatur.com. Why I HIIT the DISC With this challenge, I am excited to get back into an exercise routine! In 2019, ...
May 30, 2025
Jennifer Dahn
Hi! I'm Jennifer Dahn! I am 46 years old and I am the Founder and Executive Director of PawPrint Ministries. Why I HIIT the DISC The thing I am most excited about in joining the HIIT the DISC Challeng...
May 30, 2025
Molly Berry
Hi! My name is Molly Berry! But friends call me "Molls." I am 42 years old and I am the Executive Director of Admission at Millikin University. Why I HIIT the DISC? I have always loved small group fit...
May 30, 2025
Lori Kearans
I'm Lori Kerans! But most people call me Coach. I'm the Vice-President for Athletics and Community Engagement at Millikin University. Why I HIIT the DISC? One of things I am most excited about with th...
May 30, 2025
LISTEN: YMCA's Angela Foulke on Byers & Co
May 30, 2025 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about her trip to Indy 500, trips to the historic race over the years, and collectibles, Listen to the podcast now...
May 30, 2025
LISTEN: David Lane of the Greater St. Louis Area Scouting and Eagle Scout, Jamesly Jesse on Byers & Co
May 30, 2025 - David Lane of the Greater St. Louis Area Scouting and Eagle Scout, Jamesly Jesse joined Byers to talk about Jamesly being the National Eagle Scout Project of the Year Award winner for h...
May 30, 2025