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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Kendall County, IL Crash Saturday: 20-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed on Route 34

Oswego, IL – A 20-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash Saturday afternoon in Oswego, prompting a multi-hour road closure and ongoing investigation, according...

Sauk County, WI Today: Woman Killed at Preserve, Police Targeted

Baraboo, WI – A suspect is in custody following a deadly shooting and a second gunfire incident targeting a police department in Sauk County...

Kane County, IL Missing Case Update: No Remains Found in Search

South Elgin, IL – Authorities say a recent forensic excavation tied to the 2016 disappearance of Kianna Galvin has ended without uncovering human remains...

Niagara County, NY Burglary Arrest: Teen Charged in Club Break-In

Lockport, NY – A 16-year-old male from the City of Lockport has been arrested following a burglary investigation tied to a break-in at a...

Fond du Lac County, WI Fire May 6: Blaze Damages Bowling Alley

Eldorado, WI – Emergency crews responded to a structure fire Wednesday afternoon at Generation Lanes in the Town of Eldorado, prompting a multi-agency response...

Wisconsin Traffic This Weekend: Sheriff Warns of Farm Equipment on Roads

Baraboo, WI – Drivers across Sauk County and surrounding areas are being urged to use extra caution this weekend as farm equipment returns to...