Jumping Worm latest invasive species in Illinois
URBANA – A new invasive species has begun popping up in Illinois, a non-native earthworm that can spread easily. The Jumping Worm lives in the top 3 to 4 inches of soil in wooded areas, garden beds,
LaSalle County sees another COVID related death
OTTAWA – A male in his 40’s is the latest death with coronavirus reported by the LaSalle County Health Department. His death is the 299th COVID-19 related death seen in the county. 34 new cases of COVID-19
Rochelle man killed in Lee County crash
STEWARD – A Rochelle man is dead and another person is injured after a single vehicle crash in Lee County. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, they were called on Wednesday morning to Steward road north
Tow Truck Driver Saves Dollar Store From Dumpster Fire
This video, posted by a tow driver, appears to show the possible arson fire in a dumpster just outside the Family Dollar on W. 7th in St. Paul earlier this morning. The tow driver, user “Shreppy” on
Streator Fire Department receives recognition for cardiac arrest saves
STREATOR – The city of Streator achieved three times the national average for cardiac arrest resuscitations in 2020. The Streator Fire Department received a plaque of honor from Advanced Medical Transport for their increased cardiac arrest
LaSalle Co. reaches over 50 positive COVID-19 cases, fewer deaths
OTTAWA – Positive COVID-19 cases in LaSalle County reached just over 50 residents, a number not reported since January. On Wednesday the LaSalle County Health Department reported 51 cases, but no deaths in the past four
Sandwich Veterinary Hospital scratches declawing procedures
SANDWICH – The Sandwich Veterinary Hospital will be ending all feline declawing procedures in May. According to the veterinary hospital, Recent scientific studies show that even when cat declawing procedures are done correctly, they can cause