Extreme Heat Warning Continues in Peoria, Champaign, and Other Central Illinois Counties
The National Weather Service warns that heat-related illnesses increase significantly during the ongoing extreme heat and high humidity.
Henry County, Illinois FirstAlerts
Everything reported for Henry County and within 40 miles of it, at every level. Warnings and official records name the county they apply to, which is the level most of them are issued at.
Severe Weather
6 reportsExtreme Heat Warning Extended Through Friday for Parts of Iowa, Illinois, Missouri
The National Weather Service has extended an Extreme Heat Warning for parts of Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri until 7 PM CDT Friday.
Heat Advisory Issued for Parts of Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory effective from 1 PM Monday to 7 PM CDT Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Heat Advisory in Effect for Central Illinois Counties Until 7 PM Monday
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for ten counties in central Illinois, with heat index values expected to exceed 100 degrees, in effect until 7 PM CDT Monday.
Weather Service Details Flood Risks for 16 Illinois Counties
Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall could flood rivers, creeks, and urban areas through early August 20.
National Weather Service Issues Flood Watch for Central Illinois Counties
A Flood Watch is in effect for 12 counties across central, east central, and west central Illinois from midnight through 10:00 AM CDT on August 16, 2026.
Nursing Home Enforcement
7 reportsAllure of the Quad Cities Fined $38,590 by CMS; Record Does Not State Reason
Federal enforcement record shows a fine against the Moline nursing home, but does not state what the facility was cited for or whether anyone was harmed.
Resthave Home-Whiteside County Fined $264,600 by CMS
Federal enforcement record shows a fine against the Morrison, Illinois nursing home, processed in August 2026.
Hope Creek Nursing & Rehab in East Moline Fined $48,500
Federal authorities issued a $48,500 fine to Hope Creek Nursing & Rehab in East Moline, Illinois.
Allure of Galesburg in Galesburg, Illinois Fined $128,300
Official enforcement records show Allure of Galesburg received a $128,300 federal fine in April 2026.
Marigold Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Galesburg Fined $101,830
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services records show a $101,830 fine against Marigold Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Galesburg, Illinois.
Avenues at Royal Oak in Kewanee, Illinois Fined $26,685
Federal enforcement records show Avenues at Royal Oak in Kewanee, Illinois, was issued a $26,685 fine in April 2026.
Plane Crashes
1 reportOne dead in Piper PA-28-140 crash near Rock Falls, Illinois
The official accident record lists one person on board and one fatality in the March 20, 2026 accident; the National Transportation Safety Board is investigating and the cause has not been determined.