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A vacant house in Martinton was destroyed by fire early Saturday. Six area departments answered a call to assist Martinton firemen. No one was injured. The older-house was being renovated. Officials report the fire did not appear...

Emergency responders were at the scene of what was reported as a plane crash this (Friday) afternoon south of Chebanse. Earlier reports had three people onboard the aircraft, which went down just before 2 pm near County Roads...

The "Mayor of Route 66" is resigning the top job in Pontiac. Mayor Bob Russell says he will leave his position at the end of the month. Russell says he's been blessed to work with a dedicated team for more than ten years. He has...

Danville officials are giving the green light to building a casino. Officials have less than four months to come up with a comprehensive plan and submit an application to the state gaming board. A presentation Tuesday night to...

The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen where possible for the Independence Day holiday to minimize travel disruption. IDOT is suspending...

             Drive Responsibly and Avoid Tragedy Illinois State Police (ISP) District 21 Commander, Captain Don Aaron Harsy would like to remind motorists to drive...

Iroquois County Sheriff’s Police arrested two bothers last Friday on drug and weapons charges. 39-year-old Esteban Saenz of Gilman and 45-year-old Jesus Saenz of Ridgeland are jailed in Watseka. Both are charged with unlawful use...

The first weekend of the 36th annual Kankakee River Fishing Derby brought prizes for three fisherman who reeled in tagged fish. The derby continues thru Sunday, July 7. It’s sponsored by the Northern Illinois Anglers...

July 4th fireworks are scheduled in Watseka, Onarga, Aroma Park, Momence, Manteno and Kankakee.  Visitors are asked to keep safety in mind and obey parking restrictions. Some communities are celebrating with a laser display...

Durham Park will host several activities for the 2019 July 4 celebration in Onarga. Events planned include the Grand Parade at 11 am Thursday, July 4, followed by a flag raising ceremony.  The fireworks are at dusk...