IDOT invites submissions for $200 million freight mobility grant program
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that applications are being accepted for its grant program to improve the mobility of freight throughout the state. Applications are due December 19th for up to $200 million
Authorities advise this Thanksgiving: Buckle up and drive sober
SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, and local law enforcement agencies throughout Illinois are reminding motorists to buckle up and drive sober this Thanksgiving holiday. The day before Thanksgiving, sometimes called Blackout Wednesday,
Mendota promotes officer to Sergeant
MENDOTA – The Mendota Police Department promoted patrolman Zachary Urbanski to Sergeant at a ceremony Monday night. Sgt Urbanski joined the department in January of 2019. The Western Illinois University graduate also attended South Suburban Law Enforcement
Gas prices drop ahead of Thanksgiving, still highest national average on record says, AAA
CHICAGO – Drivers fueling up ahead of the holiday will benefit from falling pump prices, according to the American Automobile Association, however, this week will see the highest Thanksgiving national average price since AAA started keeping
Coroner and crime lab called to Mendota address
MENDOTA – The Mendota Police and other agencies are investigating an incident in the 300 block of 9th Ave Tuesday afternoon. The LaSalle County Coroner’s Office and Illinois State Police Crime Scene Services were called to the
Mendota city council votes to approve new TIF district
MENDOTA – A new Tax Increment Finance District that encompasses much of the Mendota business areas was voted on Monday night. The Mendota City Council voted to approve the district 7-0. Over 500 vacant and improved properties
1 dead, at least 16 hurt after SUV crashes into Massachusetts Apple store
A criminal investigation is underway in Massachusetts after a man crashed an SUV into an Apple Store on Monday, killing one person and injuring 16. The crash happened about 10:45 a.m. EST at the Derby Street Shops in
Officials investigating quadruple homicide after hostage situation in Oklahoma
Authorities are investigating after four people were found shot dead and one wounded at a marijuana farm in northwest Oklahoma following a reported hostage situation. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) said in a statement that
Denver Broncos waive veteran running back Melvin Gordon
The Denver Broncos announced on Monday that they have waived veteran running back Melvin Gordon; if Gordon goes unclaimed on waivers, he will then become a free agent. Gordon has struggled to protect the ball throughout the
NY Giants cornerback Adoree’ Jackson out 4-6 weeks with MCL sprain
The New York Giants will be without their top cornerback, Adoree’ Jackson, for four to six weeks after suffering a knee injury while returning a punt during Sunday’s 31-18 loss against the Detroit Lions. After the game,