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A 2-vehicle crash in Newton County, IN Wednesday is under investigation by Sheriff's Police. It happened at County Road 1700 S a mile south of Kentland.  A 19-year-old driver from Goodland had his sportscar rear-ended...

Public safety agencies want to remind citizens about staying safe during this weekend’s extreme cold temperature readings. Public health departments, emergency management offices, city and village government leaders, and senior...

              Kankakee County Museum Names Veronica Featherston its New Director Veronica E. Featherston of Manteno has been chosen by the Kankakee County...

The American Red Cross typically has a tough time keeping the blood supply strong during the winter months when inclement weather and seasonal illnesses can impact donors. This year the pandemic adds in another challenge in...

The University of Illinois Flash Index rose to 96.3 from its 95.9 level in December. The report said January results suggest only modest gains for the economy because of the resurgence of the virus and the mandated closures...

An ambitious new package of legislation, cosponsored by State Senator Jason Barickman is aiming to empower Illinois citizens to hold their government accountable and to root out both corruption and bad legislation. “These...

State Representative Tom Bennett of Gibson City has been named to the House Republican leadership team and will serve as an Assistant Republican Leader in the 102nd General Assembly.  “I was honored to be selected as a...

The Lake County, IN Coroner’s Office has identified a Newton County woman killed in a traffic accident last Friday. 50-yr-old Tracy Holt was pronounced dead at the scene of where her body was found along Parrish Avenue in...

Congressman Adam Kinzinger is criticizing his own party as the GOP struggles with how to address the post-Trump era.  On NBC's Meet the Press (Sunday), the Illinois Republican said the party has lost moral authority in many...

The East Central Illinois Community Action Agency has funds available for income eligible residents of Ford, Iroquois and Vermilion Counties. And the agency is extending hours to help qualified citizens get energy assistance....