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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Indiana USPS Scam Alert Today: Sheriff Warns Residents About Fake Delivery Texts

Marion, IN – Law enforcement officials in Grant County are warning Indiana residents about a surge in fake USPS delivery scam messages designed to...

Washington County, MD Hospital Stabbing: Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder

Hagerstown, MD – A Hagerstown man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say a hospital security guard was stabbed Thursday night at Meritus...

Carroll County, MD Scam Alert Today: Officials Warn of Payment Schemes

Carroll County, MD – Law enforcement officials in central Maryland are warning residents to stay alert as scams targeting individuals through phone calls, texts,...

Illinois Health Alert May 12: Tick Activity Rising This Spring

Springfield, IL – Health officials are warning Illinois residents about increased tick activity this spring, urging extra precautions for those spending time outdoors. According to...

Calumet County, WI Fatal Crash This Morning at Highway 57 and PP

Chilton, WI – A fatal crash in Calumet County Monday morning left one man dead after a collision between an SUV and a dump...

Romeoville, IL House Fire Today: Crews Contain Blaze Quickly

Romeoville, IL – Fire crews responded to an early morning house fire Sunday in Romeoville, quickly containing a second-floor blaze inside a single-family home...