Illinois Commerce Commission approves safety upgrades for Putnam County rail crossings
GRANVILLE – The Illinois Commerce Commission approved an agreement to move forward with six highway-rail crossing safety improvements projects in Putnam County. The Agreement requires the Norfolk Southern Railway Company to install automatic warning devices at four
Illinois Commerce Commission approves safety upgrades for Livingston County rail crossings
STREATOR – The Illinois Commerce Commission approved an agreement to move forward with three highway-rail crossing safety improvements projects in Livingston County. The Agreement requires the Norfolk Southern Railway Company to install automatic warning devices at the
Expect vibrant colors this season as North Central Illinois peaks in fall foliage changes
OGLESBY – The North Central Illinois region is at peak season for boundless fall foliage changes. Lisa Sons Park Naturalist for Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks says this year we’ll have vibrant colors she hasn’t
Out of the Darkness Walk leaders hope to raise more awareness in the community
OTTAWA – Folks from all different walks of life will gather this weekend in Ottawa to advocate for one cause: suicide prevention. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and the Law Offices of Peter F. Feracutti
2022 MLB National League Division Series: Braves defeat Phillies, Padres win vs. Dodgers in Game 2
Game 2 of the NLDS were played on Wednesday, with the National League teams evening their Division Series: the Atlanta Braves tied their series against the Phillies with a 3-0 victory, and the San Diego Padres defeated
Spring Valley postpones hydrant flushing until Monday
SPRING VALLEY – The City of Spring Valley has postponed the planned hydrant flushing until Monday. Residents should be aware of possible low water pressure and rusty water. If you experience any discoloration, you should let the
Plan and Practice your Fire Escape during Fire Prevention Week
SPRINGFIELD – Governor Pritzker has proclaimed this week as Fire Prevention Week to encourage residents to review their fire escape plans and make sure the plan considers all the needs of everyone in the home. The Office
Jury finds that conspiracy theorist Alex Jones must pay Sandy Hook families $965 million for false hoax claims
A Connecticut jury said on Wednesday that conspiracy theorist Alex Jones must pay $965 million in damages to numerous families of victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook mass shooting for falsely claiming they were actors who faked
Suspect is killed after three Philadelphia SWAT team officers shot while serving warrant
Three SWAT officers serving a homicide warrant on early Wednesday were shot and wounded, and a suspect was killed after gunfire erupted Wednesday morning in North Philadelphia. Philadelphia police said one officer was struck in the chest,
Illinois Department on Aging to assist older adults during Medicare open enrollment period
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department on Aging’s Senior Health Insurance Program will be offering free assistance to help older adults with the upcoming Medicare open enrollment period. Between October 15th and December 7th, people who are