The World War II bomber parked near a Chicago area airport runway looked like it just flew straight out of 1944. But the olive-toned aircraft’s assignments July 15 weren’t targeting…
Yorkville Public Library is open Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. to -7 p.m. Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday 10 to 4 p.m. Virtual 3-D printing Leah English provides a step…
Aurora Police Chief Kristen Ziman, the first woman to head the department and a recent finalist for top jobs in Chicago and Nashville, has announced plans to retire on Aug. 6. A 30-year…
After a long winter, Illinois gardeners are eager for the new growing season. While doing the usual preparations and tasks, home gardeners should be aware of an invasive species…
Mayor Richard C. Irvin and Paramount Theatre have announced that the Stolp Island Theatre will be downtown Aurora’s next live performance venue thanks to a multi-year funding commitment…
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) June 17 announced the recipients of the 2021 Small Equipment Grant Program. A total of $3.3 million was awarded to 149 fire departments/districts…
SPRINGFIELD — Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced a new state program Monday, April 26 that aims to increase vaccine access in low-income, vulnerable communities and to connect residents…
As Chicago area continues to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic and more of the region’s residents return to work, Metra is adding service on three of its lines – the BNSF, Milwaukee…
State health dept. ‘fully ...
SPRINGFIELD – The state will have new COVID-19 guidance on face coverings after ...
11th annual Central Illinois ...
The aroma of barbecue filled the air again at the 11th annual ...
Education services extended for ...
SPRINGFIELD – Students with special needs will be able to finish their ...
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Next week is Farmers’ Market Week in Illinois, meaning it’s time to ...
