Local gas prices drop, motorists will see higher pump price this summer
CHICAGO – State and local gas prices have decreased compared to last month, however the American Automobile Association says motorists are likely to see higher pump prices later on this summer. Last week, total domestic crude
Local unemployment rates drop
OTTAWA – Local unemployment rates have dropped significantly since the beginning of Spring. According to the Illinois Department of Employment Statistics, while statewide numbers have been a steady 4.4%, local county rates are nearly half
More roadside safety checks for the month of July in LaSalle Co.
LASALLE – The Illinois State Police will be conducting roadside safety checks during July in LaSalle County. District 17 Commander, Jason LoCoco says officers working the detail will be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in
legislation combating texting while driving takes effect July 1
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White’s legislative initiative strengthening the law on texting while driving takes effect July 1. The law cracks down on texting while driving by classifying first-time offenses as moving violations. Under the previous
Winningest Illinois High School Boy’s Basketball Coach Dies
The winningest boys’ basketball coach in Illinois history has died. Gene Pingatore gained national attention when he appeared in the 1994 documentary “Hoop Dreams.” He coached at St. Joseph High School in Westchester, a Chicago suburb. At