TRI-Dent makes pair of rail passenger arrests
PRINCETON – The Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotics Team made arrests to rail passengers for alleged drug possession in Bureau County. In two separate incidents, TRI-Dent, along with the Princeton Police Department, were investigating narcotics being transported
Streator Police issue six citations to ATV operators
STREATOR – The Streator Police have announced they have addressed complaints from residents regarding ATV/UTV use on city streets. Since April, they say they have issued six citations to the operators of the off-road vehicles. They noted
From swimming to grilling, tips on how to have a safe Memorial Day weekend
UNDATED – As Americans celebrate Memorial Day weekend, the American Red Cross has some safety tips to prevent tragedies. Before going in, on or around the water, every family member should become “water-smart.” This starts
Streator City Park Fest rings in Memorial Day weekend
STREATOR – Park fest in Streator kicks off this weekend. The annual festival will attract people of all ages with a carnival, craft vendors, and more on Friday through Sunday. Live music will also be featured
Livingston County Deputies seek individual in connection to Streator incident
STREATOR – The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office are asking the public for tips locating an individual they say they need to speak with regarding an incident involving gunfire in Streator. They say that on Wednesday afternoon they
Donors needed for Peru Library blood drive Saturday
PERU – A blood drive is coming to Peru Public Library on Saturday. The Impact Blood Mobile will be taking donations from 9 AM – 1 PM. The holiday weekend and the tragic shooting in Texas leave
IDPH issues update on hepatitis in children
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health announced that it has received reports of a total of nine patients under investigation for severe hepatitis under ten years of age, up from three that were reported in
Illinois to enforce seatbelt laws, reduce injuries and fatalities this holiday weekend
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police are teaming with up more than 600 law enforcement agencies throughout the state in the national “Border to Border” mobilization, organized by the National Highway Traffic
Ottawa 2 Rivers Wine Fest
Get out and enjoy a weekend getaway surrounded by wine, good weather and even better company. The Ottawa 2 Rivers Wine Fest is just around the corner and trust us when we say you do not want to miss
Health Officials warn about Salmonella linked to peanut butter
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella associated with peanut butter. According to the CDC, fourteen people have been infected in the outbreak from twelve states. Illinois has had