Category: Other News

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE SQUAD CAR STRUCK IN SCOTT’S LAW RELATED CRASH

 February 27, 2023

ISP experiences the third Scott’s Law related injury of 2023 JOLIET – On February 27, 2023, at approximately 7:46 a.m., Illinois State Police (ISP) officials investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash involving…

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OSF -Cancer death rates dropping across the country

 February 3, 2023

American Cancer Society report show a 33% decline since 1991 A new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS) says that the rate of people dying from cancer in the…

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The Barn III presents “Broken Up” for the Month of Love

 February 3, 2023

Bringing People Together Now Playing: Broken Up by Nick Hall The Barn III in Goodfield is proud to present, BROKEN UP by Nick Hall! BROKEN UP opens Friday, February 3rd and runs until Sunday,…

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OSF HeathCare Announces Sunflower Award Winner

 February 1, 2023

Streator, Ill. / January 31, 2023) – OSF HealthCare Multispecialty Services is pleased to announce Kelly Anderson, a physical therapist at the OSF Center for Health in Streator, was recently presented…

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Watchful waiting not recommended for childhood obesity

 February 1, 2023

Watchful waiting not recommended for childhood obesity New guidelines detail surgery, medication as supplements to traditional methods For the first time in 15 years, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)…

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Veterans outreach program continuing in 2023 – Morris

 January 31, 2023

Veterans outreach program continuing in 2023 The Grundy County VAC and the VA Edward Hines Medical Center Outreach Team with the support of the Morris American Legion will be continuing…

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Dwight FFA Chapter Place at Sectionals

 January 25, 2023

The Dwight FFA Chapter traveled to Peotone on January 18 to compete in the Section 10 FFA Public Speaking and Job Interview Contest. Four of our members placed!! Harlie Boucher…

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Postage Stamps Have Increased to $0.63

 January 25, 2023

Postage prices as of January 22:

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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATING AN OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING

 January 24, 2023

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATING AN OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING   STREATOR – On January 23, 2023, the Streator Police Department requested the Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) to investigate…

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Kankakee County – Postcards Applications for Permanent Vote By Mail

 January 20, 2023

Voters in Kankakee County will receive a postcard soon explaining an option for voting by mail. According to Kankakee County Clerk Dan Hendrickson, “You may now apply to permanently be…

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Watchdog seeks harsher penalties in wake of abuse at Illinois mental health center

 January 19, 2023

1: The official cited investigations into a center for people with mental illnesses and developmental disabilities, where workers lied or conspired to thwart patient abuse inquiries 2: Official cites investigations…

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Livingston County Concert Association – The Patsy Cline Project – Lisa Brokop

 January 18, 2023

The Patsy Cline Project – Lisa Brokop You’d be crazy to miss the amazing tribute to Patsy Cline coming up on February 21, 2023 at 7 PM. Lisa Brokop will…

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Illinois Rural Development poised for ‘historic investment’

 January 18, 2023

Illinois Rural Development poised for ‘historic investment’  By KAY SHIPMAN FarmWeek   Rural Illinois stands to benefit from increased funding and changes in the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)….

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County Clerk Seeks To Return Unclaimed Historic WWI Medals to Vets’ Families Kendall County WWI medal

 January 18, 2023

County Clerk Seeks To Return Unclaimed Historic WWI Medals to Vets’ Families Kendall County WWI medal Kendall County, IL Clerk of the Circuit Court Matthew Prochaska, while digitizing court records…

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First lawsuits filed in state courts, more expected in federal court

 January 17, 2023

By HANNAH MEISEL For Capitol News Illinois news@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – A trio of gun owners and a firearms retailer in southeastern Illinois have filed the first two lawsuits in what’s…

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EAGLE WATCH WEEKEND – JANUARY 28 & 29, 2023

 January 17, 2023

Eagle Watch Weekend Celebrates The American Bald Eagle In Illinois.   Join park staff, volunteer naturalists, hike leaders, and the Northern Illinois Raptor Rehabilitation for a fun filled day at…

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Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Releases Comprehensive Transition Team Report

 January 17, 2023

January 17, 2023 Henry Haupt: 217-782-5984 hhaupt@ilsos.gov Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Releases Comprehensive Transition Team Report Report serves as a road map to modernize the office, transform operations, and…

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Illinois Named Top Soybean Producing State for 2022 Growing Season

 January 17, 2023

BLOOMINGTON, ILL – JANUARY 17, 2023 –  The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) is proud to announce that Illinois produced the most soybeans in the nation again in 2022. After a slow…

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Report predicts billions in motor fuel tax revenue losses if state meets EV goal (Updated)

 January 17, 2023

UPDATED Jan 17: Report predicts billions in motor fuel tax revenue losses if state meets EV goals  (Revisions Highlighted in Orange) Union-tied research group pushes for mileage tax to shore…

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Basic Severe Weather Spotter Class – Morris – Wed. March 8

 January 17, 2023

Basic Severe Weather Spotter Class – Morris, Illinois Here is a link to register for in-person Weather Spotter Training as provided by the National Weather Service: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/basic-severe-weather-spotter-class-morris-illinois-tickets-503427042837   The Basic…

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Grundy County Coroner Reports Minooka Fire Death

 January 17, 2023

Grundy County Coroner John Callahan’s office is investigating the death of an 82 year old man from Minooka that died as the result of a house fire. The incident occurred…

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OSF HealthCare Newsroom Recap – January 13, 2023 What is Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma?

 January 13, 2023

OSF HealthCare Newsroom Recap – January 13, 2023 What is Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma? This week, Chicago White Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks announced he has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) and…

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Sheriffs say they want no role in enforcing state’s assault weapon registry

 January 12, 2023

By HANNAH MEISEL For Capitol News Illinois news@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Dozens of county sheriffs in Illinois — approximately “80-ish,” per Illinois Sheriffs’ Association head Jim Kaitschuck — say they’ll refuse…

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Sen. Rezin renamed Deputy Minority Leader

 January 11, 2023

Sen. Rezin renamed Deputy Minority Leader Sworn into 103rd General Assembly Springfield, IL – As the 103rd General Assembly begins its work in Springfield, State Senator Sue Rezin (R-Morris) has been renamed as the…

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USDA Accepts Applications for Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)

 January 11, 2023

STAKEHOLDER ANNOUNCEMENT USDA Accepts Applications for Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) January 11, 2023 USDA is making $300 million available under the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) to expand renewable…

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Register NOW for Home, Lawn, and Garden Day- a day of gardening fun and learning!

 January 9, 2023

Register NOW for Home, Lawn, and Garden Day- a day of gardening fun and learning! For Release: January 10, 2023 BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Be inspired to plant a pollinator garden…

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House advances assault weapon ban, Senate giving it ‘extensive review’

 January 6, 2023

Pritzker expresses support, watches debate from House chamber By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – A bill that would ban the sale and manufacture of assault weapons in…

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Lessons Learned from Damar Hamlin’s Cardiac Arrest

 January 6, 2023

Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin survived sudden cardiac arrest after he collapsed in the first quarter of Monday night’s Bills game against the host Cincinnati Bengals because of quick action by the…

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OSF Saint James president to retire in March

 January 6, 2023

(PONTIAC, Ill. | January 5, 2023) – Following his 36 years of hospital leadership, the last eight of which have been as president of OSF HealthCare Saint James – John…

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