First West Nile Virus death in state reported for 2021

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed the first human West Nile virus-related death in Illinois for 2021.  A Will County resident who tested positive for West Nile virus in August has died.  Currently, 40

Sheriff’s department union warns of rude caller

OTTAWA – The county has received complaints about an individual soliciting funds via phone call while claiming to represent a law enforcement union.    LaSalle County Sheriff’s Union MAPS 723 put out a statement this weekend reminding