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I-55 Closed Again in Illinois due to Low Visibility after Deadly Crash
CHICAGO, IL - The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has once again closed the stretch of Interstate 55 between mile markers 63 and 82...
Build-A-Bear Replaces Missing Bear with Late Mother’s Heartbeat
CHICAGO, IL - The Build-A-Bear company has provided a heartwarming solution to a family in Tazewell, Tennessee, who lost a beloved bear containing a recording...
Illinois Among States with Highest Number of Lead Pipes, EPA Survey Finds
CHICAGO, IL - The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a report that found more than 9 million lead service lines are used to carry...
Boosting tourism in Kankakee County: $16K grant announced
KANKAKEE, Ill. - The Kankakee County Convention and Visitors Bureau has received a $16,527 grant from the Illinois Travel and Tourism Grant Program, funded by...
RV Fires and CO Poisoning: What You Need to Know Before Hitting the Road for Camping Season
CHICAGO, IL – As the camping season kicks off, the Illinois State Fire Marshal is reminding residents of the fire and carbon monoxide (CO) hazards...
Dust Storm Leads to 100-Vehicle Pileup on I-55, Six Fatalities Confirmed
Bois D'Arc Twp, Ill. - A massive pileup involving over 100 vehicles occurred on I-55 mileposts 72 to 77 early Monday afternoon, resulting in at...
