296 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Illinois, three more fatalities
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health today announced 296 new cases of COVID-19 including an infant. IDPH also announced three deaths. The deaths included a Cook County man in his 80s, a Chicago man in his
First Positive COVID-19 Case in Livingston County
PONTIAC – A resident of Livingston County has tested positive for COVID-19. The Livingston County Health Department announced the result Saturday. They say a woman in her 60’s with a history of travel is recovering at
No Positive Cases in Lee County – Drive Thru Testing Resumes Monday
DIXON – All results are negative so far in the latest 33 results of COVID-19 testing in Lee County, with 103 test results still pending. Lee County Emergency Management officials emphasize they are still operating under the
Love in the Time of Coronavirus
MENDOTA, Illinois – When Tony Yost of Mendota proposed to Connie See in November, they weren’t planning a lavish ceremony and reception, but were at least expecting a large gathering with friends and family. Friday night, however,
DeKalb County has first positive case of COVID-19
DEKALB – The Illinois Department of Public Health announced on Saturday that DeKalb County has its first case of COVID-19, the coronavirus that is part of the ongoing worldwide pandemic. No specific details were released on the
168 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed on Saturday
SPRINGFIELD – 168 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois were announced Saturday. Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public health announced an additional death, a Cook County man in his 70s. This brings the total
163 new COVID-19 cases in Illinois, Governor issues stay-at-home order
SPRINGFIELD– Governor J.B. Pritzker is mandating a stay-at-home order starting Saturday through April 7th. On Friday, the Illinois Department of Public Health announced 163 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including the death of a Cook County
Pump prices are the cheapest since 2016
UNDATED – The national gas price average is at its cheapest since 2016 at $2.17 per gallon. According to the American Automobile Association, pump prices continue to decline around the country as oil prices have decreased significantly
OSF HealthCare has information hotlines and online screening for COVID-19
UNDATED – OSF HealthCare is implementing hotlines so that the public can receive COVID-19 updates and possibly be screened for the virus. Text OSF to 67634 to receive free tips and information or visit their chatbox at
Starved Rock Lodge closes this weekend
OGLESBY- Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center will be closed on Sunday. Carry out orders will not be available during the shutdown and will not be accepting new reservations through the end of March. Officials say they