$200k in grants awarded to local Fire Departments in Will, Iroquois, area
The Illinois State Fire Marshal and Governor Pritzker announced recipients of the Small Equipment Grant Program on Monday. A total of $3.5 million was...
Cubs report two staff members positive for COVID-19
Two Chicago Cubs staff members have tested positive for COVID-19.
The announcement was made by Chicago Cubs GM Jed Hoyer on Monday. Hoyer told reporters...
Amazon gives $500 million in bonuses to front line employees during pandemic
Amazon employees who have worked for Amazon throughout the month of June are set to qualify for over $500 million dollars in bonuses delivered...
Blue-green algae blooms responsible for dog deaths found on Illinois River
Potentially toxic blue-green algae blooms has made its appearance on the Illinois River, state officials confirmed last week. The algal blooms have been directly...
Facebook will now alert you before sharing old news
Facebook announced last week it will begin to provide extended context on content shared through the site, including alerting users when they share articles...
Minimum Wage increases to $10 per hour beginning July 1st in Illinois
Springfield – Minimum wage in the State of Illinois is about to see an increase for the second time this year as it goes...
