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Rays of Hope
The economic news isn't all bad.
Watch WCIA-3 News at Six every night this week for a series of Special Reports: Rays of Hope in the midst of our economic struggles.
Rays of Hope: Dreaming Big
Monday, March 8, 2010 @6:00pm CST
Reported by: Erin Maloney/WCIA 3 News
Josh Spence was laid off from 3 jobs in 2 years. He's turning his bad luck into a big dream.
Rays of Hope: Displaced Workers
Monday, March 8, 2010 @5:11pm CST
Reported by: Erin Maloney/WCIA 3 News
Parkland College is seeing a surge in its Displaced Workers Program. But counselors say that's a good thing.
Hope in the Housing Market
Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @1:21pm CST
Reported by: Jeff Wagner / WCIA-3 News
Decatur is beaming thanks to a booming housing market.
A report out of the U.S. News and World Report showed home values are expected to rise up to five percent this decade.
Which is why many Realtors say the time to buy is right now.
Springfield Clothing Shop
Thursday, March 11, 2010 @10:50am CST
Reported by: Steve Staeger
During this recession, it's tough enough to find a stable job, let alone open a business.
But a Springfield man is overcoming the odds.
Starting Over
Thursday, March 11, 2010 @5:55pm CST
Reported by: Marissa Torres, WCIA 3 News
It's a twist of fate one woman never expected.
Rays of Hope- Downtown Danville Showing Signs of Rebound
Friday, March 12, 2010 @5:12pm CST
Reported by: Tinisha Shade WCIA 3
One Central Illinois community is showing signs of new life after years of struggle.
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Featured Stories20 Year Old Sexually Assaulted on U CampusA 20 year old woman was sexually assaulted on campus. It happened early this morning in the 1200 block of West Nevada in Urbana....
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The Bigger PictureFriday, March 5th, 20105:36 PMA call to jury duty can throw a curve ball into anyone's schedule. It was especially tough for one Michigan woman. She was ordered to serve 24 hours in jail because she couldn't find childcare for ...
Wednesday, February 24th, 20105:41 PMA school board in Rhode Island voted to fire all of its teachers. It wants to a fresh start because of the district's poor graduation rates.
Tuesday, February 23rd, 20105:48 PMThe family of a high school student in Oak Forest is considering suing the school. Their son was suspended for something he wrote on his Facebook page. The 16 year old called a teacher a lewd name. ...
Monday, February 22nd, 20105:37 PMA fundraising effort by an Indiana school is raising eyebrows. It's a matchmaking service for students. They pay a dollar or two each and a computer matches compatible boys and girls in grades six ...
Friday, February 19th, 20105:36 PMTiger Woods is heading back to therapy after making his confession to the press. It's the first time he's spoken out about the sex scandal that threatened his marriage and his career. -
News Archive
Friday, March 12th, 2010
Centennial Fans
Thirteen hundred fans packed Centennial High school hungry for a win. They got one!
Rash of Car Burglaries in Champaign
Police are warning everyone in Champaign to be on the lookout for thieves.
Public Makes Decision For Decatur Public Schools
A survey shows the majority of people that want to see changes to the town's two high schools want ...
Rays of Hope- Downtown Danville Showing Signs of Rebound
One Central Illinois community is showing signs of new life after years of struggle.
INSIDER TIP: Danville Schools Look to Curb Cyber Bullying and Sexting
The school district wants to pull the plug on troubling technology. Administrators and parents are ...
Illinois Defeats Wisconsin
A Big Ten Tourney victory for the Fighting Illini. Illinois - 58 Wisconsin - 54 Final
City Hopes to Curb Drunk Driving with Free Rides on St. Patrick's Day
Springfield is offering free cab rides on Saint Patrick's day. Two local cab companies are working ...
Illinois Lt. Governor Nominee Announced Later this Month
We should learn later this month who will be Governor Pat Quinn's running mate in the November ...
20 Year Old Sexually Assaulted on U Campus
A 20 year old woman was sexually assaulted on campus. It happened early this morning in the 1200 ...Thursday, March 11th, 2010
Sexting Bill Gains Steam in Springfield
A bill easing up on teens sending dirty texts is gaining steam in Springfield.
More Money for Medicaid
More money may expand health care in Illinois. At the very least, it'll make sure those who need ...
Best Bars: Cakes on Walnut
Our search for the best bars in Central Illinois has taken a delicious turn. Watch as Dave and Jen ...
Sangamon County Jail Population Drops
Sangamon County Jail is no longer overcrowded. Good news for inmates and taxpayers.
Five Arrests in Decatur Abduction Case
Police say the family was in on a violent child abduction.
Looking Into Lottery Funds for Education
Profits made through the Illinois State Lottery are meant for education in the state. People are ...
School May Make Changes After Bus Mixup
A Savoy mother wants to see changes after a school bus mix up.
Starting Over
It's a twist of fate one woman never expected.
Illinois Primary Could Go Back To March
The state Legislature has approved a bill moving Illinois' primary election back to March.
Illinois Foreclosures Rose In February 2010 Over Prior Year
Illinois posted double-digit increases in foreclosure filings last month.
Springfield Customer Service Rep Hailed a Hero
A heart warming story in more ways than one.
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