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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Kankakee, IL College News Today: 35 Students Join Phi Theta Kappa

Kankakee, IL – More than three dozen students from across Kankakee County and surrounding communities were recognized for academic excellence this spring as Kankakee...

Illinois Crematory Oversight: Reform Bill Emerges After 100 Improperly Disposed Bodies Discovered Last Year

Springfield, IL – Illinois lawmakers are moving to tighten oversight of crematories following a disturbing 2025 case in Chicago Heights, with new legislation advancing...

Lake County, IN Burglary Case Today: Suspect Charged After Break-In

Hobart, IN – A man has been charged in connection with a late April burglary in Hobart after investigators used surveillance footage to identify...

Will County, IL Photo Contest Winner Captures ‘Magical Fairy Tale’ Bluebells Scene in Forest

Joliet, IL – A Joliet resident has been named the April winner of a Will County forest preserve photo contest after capturing what she...

Lake County, MI Human Remains Found Tuesday Ruled Ancestral

Lake Township, MI – A discovery of human remains in Lake County briefly prompted an investigation Tuesday afternoon before officials confirmed the bones were...

Iowa Railroad Crossing Safety Today: Officials Urge Caution During Planting Season

Des Moines, IA – Iowa officials are urging drivers, especially those operating farm equipment, to use extra caution at railroad crossings as spring planting...