Missing woman found deceased in Lee County
PAW PAW – A woman who was reported missing has been found deceased in rural Lee County. On Monday, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to rural Paw Paw for a report of a missing 37-year-old. A
Walnut woman killed in Whiteside County crash
ROCK FALLS – A Bureau County woman is dead after a three vehicle crash south of Rock Falls Monday morning. The Illinois State Police say that around 10 AM they were called to Illinois Route 40 south
Mendota rolls back “push tax” for video game terminals
MENDOTA – A push tax on gaming terminals that was previously approved, charging establishments one cent per play on gambling machines, was repealed in Mendota. Alderman Jay Miller asked for it to be withdrawn due to
Ottawa Police officer passes away after brief illness
OTTAWA – The Ottawa Police Department are mourning the loss of one of their own. Chief Brent Roalson announced the death of Officer Brian Sember, who passed away on Sunday. Sember began with the department in 1999.
Cat owners are seen as better looking and have more sex, researchers say
Both men and women carrying the bug Toxoplasma gondii were perceived as more attractive. Scientists believe the tiny parasite subtly alters hosts’ behavior — possibly through its effects on key hormones – to increase the likelihood
Parents Charged After Peoria Death Investigation
PEORIA – The investigation following the death of a child last month in Peoria has led to the arrest of both of his parents. On March 29th Peoria Police were called to the 1700 block of N.
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity encourages families in need to apply for utility bill assistance
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is encouraging families in need to apply for $150 million in utility bill assistance through the Help Illinois Families Program. All families who meet the criteria and
IVCC announces 2022 Distinguished Alumnus
OGLESBY – Illinois Valley Community College’s 2022 Distinguished Alumnus is Dr. Holly Novak, a 1974 graduate who has gone on to an illustrious career in cardiology. Early in her career, Dr. Novak founded a cardiac catherization
Illinois Housing Development Authority opens funds for homeowners impacted by COVID-19
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Housing Development Authority announced the Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund will open on April 11 to help homeowners who have fallen behind on mortgage payments and related housing expenses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible
Fatal crash near Sheridan
SHERIDAN – One person has died after a single vehicle crash Friday afternoon near Sheridan. The LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office say they were called around 4:45 PM to N 4201st Road near East 27th Road for a