Shane Saathoff

Shane has been an active writer for more than two decades, focusing on local news and events throughout the region. A native of Bourbonnais, IL, and alumnus of Olivet Nazarene University, he spent over a decade working in radio newsrooms before transitioning full-time to print and digital journalism. A passionate historian and self-described science and tech geek, Shane is also a lifelong Michigan Wolverines fan, a bit of a baseball junkie, and enjoys building LEGO sets with his nephew in his downtime.

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Oakland County, MI Worker Rescued After Trench Collapse Tuesday

Oxford Township, MI – A construction worker is in stable condition after being rescued from a trench collapse Tuesday morning at a work site...

Frankfort, IL Mosquito Spraying Scheduled Tonight Across Village

Frankfort, IL – Frankfort residents may notice mosquito control trucks in their neighborhoods Friday evening as the Village continues its seasonal mosquito abatement program. According...

Utah County, UT Paragliding Crash Near Mount Timpanogos Turns Fatal

Utah County, UT – A paragliding accident in a remote area near Mount Timpanogos turned fatal Saturday evening despite an extensive rescue effort involving...

Orland Park, IL Playground Opening: Ribbon Cutting Held at Schussler Park

Orland Park, IL – Families gathered Monday as the Village of Orland Park celebrated the opening of a new inclusive playground at Schussler Park,...

Winnebago County, IL Homicide Probe Launched After 20-Year-Old Found Dead

Rockford, IL – Rockford police are investigating a homicide after a 20-year-old man was found fatally shot inside a vehicle Sunday afternoon on the...

Dodge County, WI Pedestrian Struck at McDonald’s Identified as Investigation Continues

Lomira, WI – Authorities have identified the pedestrian who suffered serious injuries after being struck by a pickup truck near a McDonald's restaurant in...