Category: News

Livingston County residents gathered Tuesday, July 8 at the Odell Community Building to hear summaries by local non-profit groups of the services they provide and the ongoing funding challenges they face. The July Forum included speakers from the following organizations:…

National Adaptive Soccer Camp Comes to Chicago UASA Hosts Recreation Sessions in Northbrook During Disability Pride Month Local players with disabilities encouraged to register by July 18 Northbrook, IL – July 2025 – This summer, Chicago becomes the newest host…

Mystery Promo Revealed – Joliet Slammers Partner With Pabst Light To Attempt World Record Mystery Promo Revealed: Joliet Slammers announce “The Wiener Drop” JOLIET, IL – On Tuesday, July 22nd, the Joliet Slammers are partnering with Pabst Light to attempt the…

Join State Representative Jason Bunting, State Representative Dennis Tipsword, and State Senator Chris Balkema on July 21 at 6 p.m. for a Facebook Live End of Session Town Hall! Mark your calendar for July 21st at 6:00pm! You can submit…

Illinois hospitals fear massive cuts under Trump domestic policy law by Peter Hancock, Capitol News Illinois July 10, 2025 Article Summary President Trump’s domestic policy bill contains massive cuts in federal Medicaid spending over the next 10 years. One analysis…

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JUNIORS EXERCISE THEIR SKILLS AT NATIONAL JUNIOR SHORTHORN SHOW & YOUTH CONFERENCE Jackson Bunting, of Emington, and sales partner Maddox Reedy compete and take top honors at 2025 National Show in the Team Salesmanship   KANSAS CITY, Mo. (June 30,…

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SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE BOARDS OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT #232 AND DWIGHT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT #230 Held in the Dwight High School Library on June 25, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Board President Jaime Mallaney called…

Federal food assistance changes threaten benefits for thousands of Illinoisans by Ben Szalinski, Capitol News Illinois July 8, 2025 Article summary The domestic policy law signed by President Donald Trump last week creates new work requirements that could jeopardize food…

Red Cross: Make an immediate difference by giving blood or platelets now Donation appointments critical to keeping blood supply ready July 7, 2025 — The American Red Cross urges all donors to give blood or platelets now to keep the…

Morris Hospital Adds Pelvic Health Therapy July 7, 2025 – Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers is offering a new pelvic health therapy program to assist women who are experiencing pelvic pain, bladder or bowel concerns, and other conditions associated with…

by Andrew Adams, Capitol News Illinois June 30, 2025 CHICAGO — Illinois students won’t need to fill out applications for most state universities to be admitted — if they have high enough grades. With his signature, Gov. JB Pritzker on…

Summer cookout cost nearly unchanged from 2024   By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Families celebrating the Fourth of July will still face high grocery bills, with prices down an average of just 30 cents from last year’s record, according to the…

Ryan Daly Leads Slammers to First Win in a Week in Pro Debut By: Ryan Paris JOLIET, IL – A couple of weeks ago, Ryan Daly got married. A couple of days ago, Ryan Daly turned 23. A couple of…

Illinois Extension offering program to help farm families coping with dementia in rural areas URBANA, Ill. – Older agricultural workers are at a higher risk of developing dementia, a condition that increases the likelihood of injuries, particularly for those living or…

Average Illinois state pensioner collects over $93K – nearly $25K more than working Illinoisans Over 31,000 Illinois retirees earn six figures per year in retirement CHICAGO (June 26, 2025) – As new career state workers enter one of the state’s five…

Reduce energy consumption and stay safe during summer heat waves URBANA, Ill. — The first heat wave of the summer hit the Midwest earlier than usual this week, with a heat index forecast of up to 105 degrees, pushing many…

Morris Hospital Offers Breakthrough Intervention for Heart Failure Management June 30, 2025 – A new procedure being performed at Morris Hospital helps improve quality of life and reduce hospitalization for people living with heart failure, a serious and progressive condition…

Busiest roadside mowing period underway statewide Schedule timed to protect pollinators; stay alert for workers, equipment SPRINGFIELD – With peak roadside mowing season underway, the Illinois Department of Transportation is reminding the public to slow down, proceed with caution and pay…

MVK Volleyball held their summer camp this week with thirty girls from grades 6 through 8 participating. The girls worked on volleyball fundamentals such as passing, setting, hitting, and serving. They also engaged in drills, scrimmages and team building activities…

Piece of red-white-and-blue history comes to ALPLM (Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum) Rare 21-star flag now on display at presidential museum SPRINGFIELD – The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum launched its Independence Day celebration Thursday by giving the public…

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE RELEASES VIDEO OF MACON COUNTY NON-FATAL OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING  July 3, 2025  MACON – In accordance with the Illinois State Police’s (ISP) commitment to integrity and public transparency, ISP is releasing video from an officer involved shooting that…

Date: June 26, 2025 The new coordinator of equity, diversity, and inclusion at Kankakee Community College is Melany Villagomez. “Melany is passionate about student advocacy and nurturing a culture of belonging,” said Kendra Souligne, KCC director of financial aid and…

State Representative Dennis Tipsword Announces Re-Election Campaign Metamora, IL – State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) today officially announced his campaign for re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives, seeking to continue representing the people of the 105th District and continue fighting…

Summer fun continues at Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight After a very busy June, Prairie Creek Public Library has another full slate of activities in July for children, teens, and adults. Some activities are already full, but the ones…