IDPH issues updated holiday season pandemic guidance
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health is issuing updated guidance to help people celebrate more safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. They suggest that you delay travel until you are fully vaccinated or wait until you
Somonauk man identified as victim of fatal crash
SANDWICH – A Somonauk man is dead after a Sunday night traffic crash south east of Sandwich. The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office say they were called around 6:30 PM to the intersection of Millington Road and Millhurst
Peru Police Department encouraging donations for gift-giving program
PERU – The Blue & Red Christmas for Kids program is back and the Peru Police Department is accepting donations of all kinds. On Monday the city of Peru donated $2500 to the gift-giving program for
Statewide gas price average over $1.30 more than last year ahead of Thanksgiving rush
CHICAGO – Fears of slowing economic activity in the U.S. due to a resurgence of COVID-19, along with reports that the Biden Administration is calling for the release of stockpiled oil from the U.S., China,
Tips to prevent frozen or burst pipes
STREATOR – Illinois American Water is giving homeowners tips to prevent freezing and bursting pipes. According to the utility company, now is the time to safeguard plumbing to prevent damage. Before frigid weather sets in, they remind
Ottawa plate readers help located vehicles reported stolen
OTTAWA – The new license plate reader cameras in the city of Ottawa have already helped tracked down vehicles that were reported stolen. The Ottawa Police Department say that since they began using them on Saturday, two
Streator teen makes plea for kidney
STREATOR – A 19-year-old Illinois Valley Community College ag student is asking for help finding a kidney. A series of medical challenges has reduced Lance Mortiz’s kidney function to 10-12 percent. Doctors have closely monitored his