Category Archives: Logan County, IL

CHICAGO — The inbound lanes of the Eisenhower Expressway have been shut down Friday night following a shooting that injured two people, according to Illinois … Continue reading →

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — A Naperville bridal boutique is giving back after a tumultuous year, looking to give away 26 wedding dresses to frontline health care … Continue reading →

DES PLAINES, Ill. — A vehicle delivery driver spoke out from the hospital after he was attacked at a suburban car dealership early Thursday. According … Continue reading →

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CHICAGO — The Archdiocese of Chicago has started its investigation into Father Michael Pfleger after DCFS indicated there’s no current risk to children by the … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the nation on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use … Continue reading →

The site is scheduled to open March 10, with vaccinations available to any Illinois resident who currently qualifies under state guidelines.

The Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association on Friday asked for a state investigation of Downstate Republican Rep. Chris Miller, who displayed a decal of a … Continue reading →

Woman who sued DuPage County to receive methadone in jail will get her meds.

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CHICAGO — As more vaccine becomes available, the United Center is said to be the next vaccination site in the city. The official announcement is … Continue reading →

Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Chicago area and the rest of Illinois.

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Joliet is the latest city to give up on the deep aquifers, voting last month — in a decision officials called the most significant in … Continue reading →

Increased precipitation can affect how much water Illinois can withdraw from Lake Michigan, and runoff can alter water quality.

DES PLAINES, Ill. – Surveillance video captured three cars stolen from a Des Plaines dealership in just under three minutes early Thursday morning. In the … Continue reading →

Video gambling license and terminal fees located in unincorporated areas of the county temporarily would be cut in half as part of a coronavirus relief … Continue reading →

Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Chicago area and the rest of Illinois.

Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Chicago area and the rest of Illinois.

A record 130,021 coronavirus vaccine doses were administered in Illinois on Wednesday, public health officials reported, reaching a statewide total of 2,440,950. The previous daily … Continue reading →

CHICAGO – Three men have been indicted on federal arson charges after a CTA van was set on fire during civil unrest last year. Denzal … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — Authorities are investigating a second Dan Ryan expressway shooting in as many days Thursday that left one man wounded. According to police, one … Continue reading →

UPDATE: LANSING, Mich. — A former U.S. Olympics gymnastics coach with ties to disgraced sport doctor Larry Nassar died by suicide Thursday after being charged … Continue reading →

Former Illinois House Speaker Madigan picked Angie Guerrero-Cuellar to replace him.

Health officials reported 1,884 new cases of coronavirus in Illinois Thursday and 32 additional deaths. The Illinois is reporting a total of 1,181,226 cases, including … Continue reading →

DIXON, Ill. — A man from suburban Elgin who sexually assaulted and murdered a toddler in 1997 was released from prison.   Cayce Williams served … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — Streets and Sanitation crews will remove ‘Dibs’ items starting next week. On Tuesday, the Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation will begin clearing … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — For the second time this week, a successor has been named to fill Michael Madigan’s 22nd House District seat. Angie Guerrero-Cuellar was chosen Thursday … Continue reading →

A West Side man has been charged with first-degree murder in the April 2020 slaying of a 22-year-old woman in South Shore.

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CHICAGO — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announced that starting Thursday, eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine will expand to younger residents with certain health issues. However, … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — One person was killed and two others were injured after a shooting in Washington Park. Police said three men were outside on the … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — Three people, including two police officers, were injured after a crash in River North. Chicago police said a 48-year-old man was driving a … Continue reading →

Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Chicago area and the rest of Illinois.

CTU had pushed for teachers to get vaccines before they resume in-person learning.

CHICAGO — Father Michael Plfeger has broken his silence after he was accused of child sex abuse last month. In two tweets posted Wednesday afternoon, … Continue reading →

When religious leaders at North Suburban Congregation Beth El , a synagogue in Highland Park, realized they needed to use three Torah scrolls in an … Continue reading →

HAMMOND, Ind. — Teachers in Indiana dressed in black Wednesday to speak out against several issues they say are unfair, including vaccine priority. The teachers … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — City council members will consider a proposed ordinance that aims to rein in Chicago officers as they conduct raids. The news comes after … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — A man charged with reckless homicide after police said he fatally hit a woman when he ran a red light was free on … Continue reading →

Mayor Lori Lightfoot provides an update after a meeting of the Chicago City Council. Watch live here.

Health officials reported over 2,000 new cases of coronavirus in Illinois Wednesday. The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 2,022 new confirmed and probable cases … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — A man who was nearly crushed to death when a canopy collapsed under the weight of heavy snow is now out of a … Continue reading →

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The man hand-picked by former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan has stepped down just three days after his appointment. Edward Guerra Kodatt … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — A man and a woman were shot while driving on the Stevenson Expressway during morning rush hour. The shooting happened around 8:30 a.m. … Continue reading →

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CHICAGO — Chance the Rapper is suing his former manager. The lawsuit accuses Pat Corcoran of exploiting his position to receive kickbacks and attract business … Continue reading →

CHICAGO – Just days into his tenure, Michael Madigan has suggested that his 22nd District successor, Edward Guerra Kodatt, should resign. Edward Guerra Kodatt, 26, … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — A woman was killed in a car crash Monday, which may have resulted from a driver fleeing the scene of a traffic stop. … Continue reading →

CICERO, Ill. —  A woman whose brother was fatally shot during last summer’s unrest in the Town of Cicero filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday alleging … Continue reading →

CHICAGO – A landlord in West Pullman is concerned after he said his tenants have been the target of recent vehicle fire bombings. The latest … Continue reading →

CHICAGO – For the last month, the push has been on to make this happen. The player has been doing his job to be productive … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — Governor Pritzker has not yet launched his re-election bid but Republicans are already preparing for the political fight. Republican State Rep. Darren Bailey … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — Mayors, past and present, long described Chicago as a “Sanctuary City” for immigrants.  But Tuesday, amendments were made to the city’s “Welcoming City” … Continue reading →

CHICAGO —Warming temperatures are a nice change, but it’s causing some issues. Roofs continue to cave across Chicagoland due to the significant snowfall the area … Continue reading →

SCHILLER PARK, Ill. — A Schiller Park woman is recovering after being trapped beneath a canopy that collapsed at her home. Fire officials got a … Continue reading →

LA GRANGE, Ill. — A man was struck and killed by a Metra train Tuesday morning, police say. The accident happened around 7 a.m. along … Continue reading →

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CHICAGO — A 38-year-old man is dead after a shooting in the Grand Crossing neighborhood. The man was on walking on the 7400 block of … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — For the first time since the state of the COVID-19 pandemic, the lakefront has fully reopened to the public. The parks have been … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — A 23-year-old man was shot on the city’s South Side, according to police. Police said the man was driving on the 9500 block … Continue reading →

(NEXSTAR) — So you’ve received the COVID-19 vaccine, can you take off your mask for good? According to the physicians NEXSTAR spoke with, the answer … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — There’s been more than 22,500 deaths in Illinois related to COVID-19, but it was almost one year ago when news unfolded about the … Continue reading →

CHICAGO – Two firefighters are expected to be OK after being injured while battling a blaze in the Far South Side. According to fire officials, … Continue reading →

As the nation’s student loan balance hovers around $1.7 trillion, the hardship of filling the financial gap seems never-ending. One in four Americans carries college … Continue reading →

CHICAGO — Environmental groups are joining four protesters who have been on a hunger strike against a metal scrapping plant that recently moved from Lincoln … Continue reading →

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CHICAGO — Michael Madigan has resigned as Chairman of the Democratic Party of Illinois. He was first elected in 1998. Karen Yarbrough will move into … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON (NewsNation Now) — The wife of Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, leader of Mexico’s Sinaloa drug cartel, was arrested on Monday in Virginia on drug trafficking … Continue reading →

Barring a last-minute change of heart from the White House, Chicago U.S. Attorney John Lausch will be stepping down from his high-profile post at end … Continue reading →

A virtual class in Wheaton Warrenville School District 200 was bombarded with “highly inappropriate images and … very inappropriate comments” after a substitute teacher admitted … Continue reading →