BELVIDERE, Ill. (AP) — Police say a woman called in a false threat of a gunman that prompted dozens of officers to search for the suspect and place several schools on lockdowns. Belvidere police say 20-year-old Sabrina
STERLING – Illinois Rail Safety Week begins Sunday and runs through September 29th. Area law enforcement will be promoting rail safety awareness and education to prevent injuries and fatalities. Additional enforcement of laws associated with crossings and
OGLESBY – The Illinois Valley Community College agriculture program, in partnership with University of Illinois Extension, will conduct an ag research field day at the research plot along the west side of Orlando Smith Road from 10
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Failed efforts to authenticate Abraham Lincoln’s ownership of a stovepipe hat were kept secret for years by the nonprofit group that owns the hat. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation sought national museum
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) — Crops are maturing more quickly in Illinois this year compared to 2017, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The agency’s most recent Illinois Crop Progress and Condition report
SPRING VALLEY – Hall High School’s Stadium could be getting wiring upgrades in the future. Superintendant Jesse Brandt told the school board Wednesday that wiring, lighting and sound system upgrades will eventually have to happen. The suggestions
NORMAL – The 41st annual Illinois Elementary School Association Girls Softball Tournament will be held this weekend. Beginning Friday morning at 10am on Champion Fields in Normal, Marquette will take on Windsor for the Class A quarterfinals.
OTTAWA – Septembers dry spell is turning out to be a positive turn of events for LaSalle County farmers. According to LaSalle County’s Farm Bureau President David Isermann, the excellent weather conditions have made it easier
DEKALB, Ill. (AP) — Northern Illinois University’s board of trustees has chosen a woman as president for the first time since the school opened its doors in 1899. In a news release, the DeKalb university says that
ILLINOIS – As the American Red Cross responds to Hurricane Florence, providing food, shelter and comfort to those affected, individuals outside the affected areas are urged to help by giving blood or platelets to care for patients in
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