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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Pennsylvania Weather Alert: Damaging Wind Gusts and Large Hail Threat Until 6 p.m. Monday

Pittsburgh, Pa. – Residents across western Pennsylvania should brace for strong storms this evening, with wind gusts up to 60 mph, frequent lightning, and...

Illinois: White Sox Turn to Faith After Record-Loss Season with Sold-Out Pope Celebration

Chicago, IL – If you've ever doubted the power of prayer, consider this: the Chicago White Sox are throwing a sold-out Catholic Mass at...

Nebraska Severe Storm Alert: Hail, Flooding Risk from Omaha to Lincoln Monday Evening Through Early Tuesday

Omaha, Nebraska – Heavy rain and quarter-sized hail could batter parts of eastern Nebraska starting Monday evening, as a strong line of thunderstorms moves...

US Ends Penny Production: Why America’s “Two Cents” May No Longer Matter

Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Treasury’s announcement this week confirming the end of penny production may mark more than just the phasing out of...

Missouri Storm Alert: Strong Thunderstorms East of Highway 65 Through 5 p.m. Tuesday

Springfield, Missouri – Drivers and residents across central and eastern Missouri should be alert for strong to severe storms between 11 a.m. and 5...

Iowa Weather Alert: Severe Storms Possible Sunday and Monday

Des Moines, IA – Residents across Iowa are being urged to stay alert as forecasters predict an increased risk of severe weather starting Sunday...