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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Lake County, IL Crash: Wadsworth Moped Riders Critically Injured

Wadsworth, IL – Two people are hospitalized with critical, life-threatening injuries following a serious moped crash Saturday afternoon in Wadsworth, according to the Lake...

Fort Wayne, IN Crash: Pedestrian Critically Injured, Roads Closed

Fort Wayne, IN – A pedestrian is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday night at a downtown Fort Wayne intersection,...

Delaware Crash: Pedestrian Killed on Whiteleysburg Road in Harrington

Harrington, DE – Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that claimed the life of a 62-year-old Harrington man Monday night on...

Illinois Traffic: U.S. 6 Lane Closures Begin July 15 Near I-80 in Joliet

Joliet, IL – Drivers traveling through the I-80 corridor in Joliet should prepare for long-term traffic impacts as bridge construction on the new Interstate...

Michigan Boating News: Missing Jet Ski Passenger Rescued in Anchor Bay

New Baltimore, MI – A 20-year-old jet ski passenger was safely rescued after falling into the waters of Anchor Bay during a ride Saturday...

Medford, OR Fire Update: White City Biomass Fire Reaches 3rd Alarm

Medford, OR – Firefighters continue making progress on a large biomass pile fire in White City, but crews remain on scene Monday evening as...