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Illinois Commerce Commission Warns Residents to Verify Movers to Avoid Scams

The Illinois Commerce Commission is sounding the alarm on moving scams, advising residents to thoroughly research and verify a company’s credentials before hiring. Officials highlight the necessity of confirming proper licensing, as failing to do so can result in costly losses and stressful experiences. ...
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Chicago Firefighting Community Mourns Loss of Captain David Meyer

Chicago’s firefighting community is in mourning after the tragic loss of Captain David Meyer, a 54-year-old veteran who served nearly three decades with the department. Meyer died last week when a garage roof collapsed as he battled a suspicious blaze. Authorities have charged one ...
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Reflecting on 50 Years Since the Fall of Saigon and Its Lasting Impact

Today marks 50 years since the fall of Saigon, a pivotal moment that ended two decades of conflict in Vietnam. The war left a heavy toll, with Vietnamese casualties estimated in the millions and thousands more lives lost throughout Cambodia and Laos. The Vietnam ...
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Eric Sorensen Fights to Protect Rock Island Arsenal Jobs and National Security

Congressman Eric Sorensen is pushing back against reported plans by the Department of Defense to cut jobs at the Rock Island Arsenal. During a House Armed Services Committee hearing, Sorensen emphasized the Arsenal’s essential role in maintaining military readiness and insisted that layoffs threaten ...
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Illinois Advances Ban on Styrofoam Food Containers for a Cleaner Future

Illinois is moving closer to a cleaner environment as Senate Bill 1531, spearheaded by State Senator Laura Fine, advances in the state legislature. The measure aims to prohibit the sale and distribution of food containers made from polystyrene foam—commonly known as Styrofoam—across Illinois starting ...
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Illinois Bill Proposes Wage Increase for Direct Support Professionals

State Senator Celina Villanueva is championing Senate Bill 1617, aiming to boost wages for Illinois Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who care for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The legislation would require the Illinois Department of Human Services to increase reimbursement rates for agencies ...
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Honoring Vietnam War Veterans and Americas Legacy of Freedom and Refuge

Marking 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War and the fall of Saigon, State Senator Mark Walker reflected on his service during a press conference at the Illinois Capitol. Senator Walker emphasized that he and his fellow soldiers fought for fundamental freedoms ...
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IVCC Ottawa Center Closes Due to Water Main Break, Classes Resume May 2nd

Illinois Valley Community College’s Ottawa Center is closed effective immediately following a water main break in the City of Ottawa. All classes and activities scheduled at the Ottawa Center have been canceled until further notice. Classes are expected to resume on Friday, May 2, ...
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Illinois Students Shine in Organ Donor Poster Contest to Save Lives

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias revealed the winners of this year’s Organ & Tissue Donor Poster Contest. Katherine Bersnak, a 5th grader from St. Francis Xavier School in La Grange, claimed the top honor. Her winning artwork will appear in schools, libraries, and ...
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Illinois Bill Empowers Local Authorities to Combat Human Trafficking in Hospitality Industry

State Senator Mike Halpin has introduced a measure aimed at strengthening the fight against human trafficking by empowering local authorities. Under Senate Bill 1422, municipalities would gain the power to enforce compliance with human trafficking recognition training at hotels, restaurants, and truck stops, with ...
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Princeton Girl’s Track Take First Place at Chillicothe Dual on April 28, 2025

Team Scores: Princeton 62 Chillicothe IVC 56Princeton Placers 1st- Long Jump: Ashlynn Weber 16' 0 (4.88m) Personal Best 1st- Triple Jump: Ashlynn Weber 32' 5 3/4 (9.90m) 1st- High Jump: Emma Wahlgren 4' 2 (1.26m) 1st- Pole Vault: Josie Sierens 7' 0 (2.13m) tie Annie Thompson 7' 0 (2.13m) 1st- ...
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Tonica Grade School Threat on April 29, 2025, Was Isolated Incident

The LaSalle County Sheriff's Office responded to a threat made against Tonica Grade School.  Authorities launched a thorough investigation while the school implemented its crisis management plan, which included a lockdown. Officials report that the threat was determined to be an isolated incident. After ...
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