Illinois received beneficial rainfall over the past few days with some spots seeing several inches. The rain alleviated drought conditions that have been building since July. Central Illinois and to the south saw the most...
New County Board members join the fold next month in Iroquois County. And the new names were supported by voters (Tuesday). The fresh faces/voices were not contested in the General Election, having already been supported in the...
Despite the rainy weather Tuesday, voter turnout was steady much of the day… according to area election officials. Most county numbers were better or just as equal as the 2020 voter turnout.
Kankakee County Clerk Dan...
Polls are open 6 am 'til 7pm --- It's General Election Day across the country. If polls matter. they're showing a very tight presidential race. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have both gathered 49 percent support...
The rain has certainly helped the dry field conditions…..the Iroquois County ‘Burn Ban’ is lifted !
The Eastern Illinois Mutual Aid Fire Association extends a THANK YOU to everyone who cooperated with the Burn Ban over the last...
A garage fire in Kankakee early Sunday did a reported $20,000 and two people were arrested for interfering with fire department response efforts. The fire was extinguished quickly with no injuries. But Kankakee fire chief Bryan...
Early voting is available at County Clerk Offices this weekend. In Iroquois County, the elections officilas are holding hours from 8:30 am 'til Noon at the Administration Center in Watseka. Monday offers another...
Turn your clocks back one hour Saturday night. We gain an hour of sleep with Daylight Saving Time ending. Before going to bed Saturday, dial back one hour as Standard Time returns at 2 am Sunday.
Fire Department...
As Domestic Violence Awareness Month comes to a close, Harbor House is expressing its gratitude to those who support the agency's mission. During October, Harbor House leaders report incredible engagement from our community, and...
Field fires continue to be a problem in Illinois. Multiple Vermilion County fire departments were called to assist on a large fire near Ogden Tuesday. A stretch of I-74 and Route 150 were closed due to thick smoke causing...
