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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Bradley Bar puts community at risk, opinion valued over experts for indoor dining

A Bradley Bar has begun indoor dining a month before the option is even up for consideration under the 'Restore Illinois' plan. “We feel...

Naperville Park District to sue state, reopen various activities

The Naperville Park District announced it plans to take legal action in an effort to reopen within its own timeframe at a board meeting...

Abbott ID missed 48% of COVID-19 positives vs. nasal swab test, researchers say

The Abbott ID NOW COVID-19 testing which has been a key part of reopening efforts in the United States may have missed nearly half...

Manteno Police Department joins Neighbors by Ring App

Manteno Police Department has joined the Neighbors by Ring App in an effort to reduce crime in the community. “This App will allow the Manteno...

‘A Llama named Winter’ unsung hero in the fight against COVID-19?

Could a llama named “Winter” be one of the unsung heroes in the war against COVID-19.  During an interview with Vermont Public Radio, Daniel Wrapp, a...

McDonald’s in Kankakee deals with COVID-19 case

This article was updated Saturday at 6:13pm: The Kankakee McDonald’s restaurant located on 5th Ave, owned by JJC Family Restaurants in Joliet has come under...