Meriden rail crossing to close for repairs
MERIDEN – The BNSF rail crossing in Meriden Township at County Highway 10 will be closed for two days starting today for repairs. No detours will be posted. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes around
Lunar Eclipse Tuesday morning
CHICAGO – If the skies are clear, a dazzling lunar eclipse is set to entertain those getting up early across the Midwest. Around 3 AM the earths shadow will begin to slide across the moon, and at
Celebration of Lights turns ten years old; bigger than ever
LASALLE – The Celebration of Lights, the large Christmas light display that takes over Rotary Park in LaSalle each winter, is turning 10 years old and is bigger than ever. Over 400 displays are going to be
Vermillion Township bridge to close for repairs
LEONORE – A bridge in rural Vermillion Township north of Leonore will be closed for repairs beginning today. The bridge, on North 20th between East 950th Road and East 1050th Road will be under construction until
Election Day is Tuesday
PERU – Election Day is Tuesday, November 8th, so make plans to make your voice heard. Polls open at 6 AM statewide and will stay open through 7 PM. If you’re among those voting and you
State agencies remind residents to prepare for winter weather in November
SPRINGFIELD –The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is encouraging all Illinoisans to make safety a priority as winter returns to the state. To help Illinoisans prepare for the changing weather, IEMA and the NWS developed a Winter