Squad car shot; high speed pursuit closes I-39
MENDOTA – A vehicle carrying three individuals fired upon civilians and state police officers during a pursuit that crossed state lines Thursday night. The Illinois State Police say they received a call about a shooting that caused
Department of Natural Resources reminds motorists “Don’t veer for deer”
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources are reminding motorists that deer mating season has arrived. That means deer become more active, mainly at dawn and dusk from October through December.
Officials offer guidance for a spooky but safe Halloween
SPRINGFIELD – With people across the state planning to celebrate Halloween, the Illinois Department of Public Health is advising the public to celebrate safely, even as they seek out a spooky time. While COVID-19 pandemic restrictions have
Raining mud in Minnesota
Minnesota has been experiencing a drought, however they recently received a little relief with the rain. Due to the drought, the dirt was dry and the wind picked up the dust. Once the rain began, the dirt
Exhausted parents tweet about the joys of kids Halloween Costumes
Area law enforcement warn of DUI crackdown during Halloween
PERU – Many area police departments are echoing the same message this Halloween, ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’. With the streets filled with children during weekend nights for the holiday, authorities are urging those adults who
Prescription drug disposal event coming to Streator City Park
STREATOR – A prescription drug disposal event is coming to Streator City Park on Saturday. Live Well Streator and OSF HealthCare will be offering drive-thru disposal from 9 AM to Noon in the 200 block of North
USDA funding to provide new opportunities for underserved Illinois farmers and communities
SPRINGFIELD, IL- The Illinois Department of Agriculture and Illinois Department of Human Services have secured United States Department of Agriculture funding that provides new opportunities for underserved farmers and communities. The Local Food Purchasing Cooperative Agreement will
IDPH Offering $12 million in grants for Lead Abatement During Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention week
CHICAGO – As part of the State of Illinois’ efforts to protect children from lead poisoning and in recognition of Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, the Illinois Department of Public Health is offering $12 million in grant
Surviving the Holidays Seminar
“Surviving the Holidays” is a seminar series through GriefShare for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. Participants will learn how to deal with the many changes, tips for surviving social events, and how to discover