Alligator Confiscated Near Rockford

MACHESNEY PARK – A young American Alligator was found by the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office Saturday.    Adult alligators can reach up to 15 feet in length, although the one taken by the Winnebago County Animal Services

Child Dead After Murder-Suicide in Joliet

JOLIET – A child is dead after a domestic dispute reportedly ended in gunfire Saturday in Joliet.   The Joliet Police Department say they were called around 2:45 PM to a residence in the 8300 block of

CDC awards full recognition to IVCH Diabetes Prevention Program

A local diabetes prevention program that helps Illinois Valley residents who have prediabetes deal more effectively with the disease has received full recognition from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Deb Redd, coordinator of the

Illinois State Police participates in rail safety initiative

METAMORA — For the sixth consecutive year, Illinois State Police (ISP) District 8 Commander Chad Peterson announces District 8 is partnering with local, state, and federal agencies to promote vehicle and pedestrian safety around railroad tracks and