UCR Weekends

The date was January 17, 1972. Richard Nixon was president. The number one song was American Pie. You could buy a gallon of gas for 38 cents. And, an 18 year old kid began living his dream of making his living on the radio.

If you are looking to become a police officer then you need to consider moving to (or staying in) Illinois, it has been recognized as one of the Best States to be a Police Officer in.

I have been trying to remember the last time I went sledding. Probably when the kids were younger, and I was, too.

When it comes to specialty and/or vanity plates in Illinois, there are things the state will not let you put on the back of your vehicle. Here are highlights from their naughty list for personalized license plates.

There was a recent video over Missouri that was strange even by UFO standards. Not only was it a bright spinning cube, but it was also hovering over a very unique location. Eyewitnesses claim it was over a Springfield "adult establishment". (*ahem*)

It's a landmark building in Harvey, Illinois even though it hasn't been functional for many decades. Now, you can see what remains inside of what is known as Bum's Castle which used to be a vital building for the railroad.

If you're a small pet owner, you know that coyotes are not good news for your animals. With that in mind, beware as a coyote was recently seen running around Quincy.

I don't like to be a person to judge, but it's hard not to when you learn that a former Illinois county treasurer has admitted to spending $100,000 on numerous items including Star Wars pajamas. May the force be with him.

If you've ever wanted to live like a king and queen in a castle I found an affordable one for you in Missouri.

Horses have the most dynamic personalities. If you doubt this, you need to see Bentley. He may just be the most honest animal ever.