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School Bus Driver Receives 76-Year Sentence in 2010 Murder-for-Hire Case

OTTAWA, Ill. — Christian Shepherd, a former school bus driver, was sentenced to 76 years in prison on Tuesday by Circuit Judge David Carlson, following...

Black Bear Spotted in Illinois: Safety Tips for Encounters

RANDOLPH COUNTY, Ill. — A bear sighting near Evansville has raised concerns among southern Illinois residents. The Randolph County Sheriff's Office confirmed the sighting on...

Gas Line Accident Near Indiana Car Dealership Prompts Road Closure

Chesterton, IN - A gas line breach has led to the closure of East Porter Ave between Ind 49 and Dickinson Road, according to the...

Neighbors, Smoke Detectors Save Frankfort Family in Early Morning Blaze

FRANKFORT, Ill - A family can breathe a sigh of relief today, thanks to the quick response of their alert neighbors and the functionality of...

Kankakee Names Christopher Kidwell as Police Chief After 30 Years of Service

KANKAKEE, Ill. - After an impressive three decades of dedicated service, Robin Passwater, the esteemed Police Chief of Kankakee, will retire from his post. Stepping...

Hazmat Situation Unfolding at Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont

LEMONT, Ill. - A hazmat situation is currently unfolding at Argonne National Laboratory near Lemont.  The incident, which began at 12:15, involves a spill in a...