Hoopeston Police responded to a disturbance (Tuesday) in the 12-hundred block of Daisy Lane. Two 17-year-olds and a 16-year-old had the left the scene when officers arrived. The three were later located and charges with Mob...
Motorists in the WGFA-listening area should note that some area roads will be closed or have limited access, beginning Monday, May 12. Work crews suggest alternate routes, posted detours will be in place.
Cable Line Road...
An Illinois native was elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Cardinal Robert Prevost, raised in Chicago and worked in the city for over a decade, has chosen the name Pope Leo XIV...
The Watseka Area Chamber of Commerce announced the Annual Banquet Award winners for 2025. “Celebrating 80 Years” was held at the Homestead Venue Wednesday.
One of the highlights of this event is this year’s...
Amanda Hibbs, the Watseka Area Chamber of Commerce leader, has earned herself the honor of Citizen of the Year. Recognized Wednesday evening by the Watseka Times-Republic, Hibbs herself was pleasantly surprised at the annual...
Illinois farmers are playing catch-up this spring planting season. According to the latest report from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), corn planted has reached 32%, compared to the 5-year average of...
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal is raising awareness about the seriousness of the crime of arson during this 30th annual Arson Awareness Week. The National Fire Protection Association reports municipal fire...
This month of May marks National Foster Care Month, honoring the work of child welfare professionals and foster families who support youth in care.
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) highlights this...
Funeral arrangements for Governor George Ryan are being held in his hometown of Kankakee this week.
Arrangements are being handled by the Schreffler Funeral Home on West Court Street. Visitation is Tuesday 4 -7 pm. A Memorial...
