Category Archives: News

LISTEN: Mark Tupper on the Illini's blowout win in the Braggin' Rights Game and the NFL slate for the holiday weekend
December 23, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini's Braggin' Rights blowout win over Missouri and the full holiday slate of NFL games. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Dec 23, 2025

Listen: Last minute holiday shopping with Kyle May of Fleet Feet
December 23, 2025 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about holiday shopping, upcoming events, and new product availability. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Dec 23, 2025

Illinois Conservation Foundation releases 2025 state park ornament
December 22, 2025 -The Illinois Conservation Foundation has announced the release of its 2025 collectible Illinois state park holiday ornament, featuring the iconic bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln re...
Lindsay Romano Dec 22, 2025

Turner law designates official state bean
December 22, 2025 -Illinois will soon have an official state bean starting Jan. 1, thanks to a new law championed by State Senator Doris Turner. "Our state's symbols highlight the important pieces tha...
Lindsay Romano Dec 22, 2025 vtorous / Depositphotos.com

HSHS Implements Visitor Restrictions as Cold and Flu Cases Rise
December 22, 2025 - As seasonal cold and flu cases increase, Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has announced temporary visitor restrictions across its Illinois hospitals to help protect patients, ...
Lindsay Romano Dec 22, 2025

Fire Officials Share Safety Reminders During the Holiday Season
December 22, 2025 -Fire officials are reminding residents that the holiday season brings an increased risk of home fires, often caused by decorations, candles, and cooking activities. With more people...
Lindsay Romano Dec 22, 2025

Illinois Treasurer Encourages College Savings Gifts This Holiday Season
December 22, 2025 - Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is encouraging residents to consider contributing to a child's Bright Start 529 college savings account as a holiday gift. The program all...
Lindsay Romano Dec 22, 2025 ArenaCreative / Depositphotos.com

LISTEN: Dr. Juanita Morris talks about holidays, the end of the year, and religion
December 22, 2025 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about the holiday season, the end of the year, working collaboratively, and religion. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Dec 22, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper talks about the come from behind win for the Bears and previews the Braggin' Rights Game
December 22, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Bears comeback victory over the Packers to clinch a playoff spot and previews the Braggin' Rights Game between Illinois and Missouri. Listen to the podc...
Lindsay Romano Dec 22, 2025

LISTEN: Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe talks holidays, the city manager job search and upcoming elections
December 22, 2025 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about to talk about food security, elections, the city manager job search, football, and holidays. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Dec 22, 2025