Fire in single-family home extinguished by Naperville fire department
The Naperville Public Answering Point (PSAP) received a 911 call at 11:38 am on Monday, May 18, 2020. The resident …
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NADA announces fully online endeavor named FAIR
NADA shared their plans related to a fully online and digital endeavor after the cancellation of their September 2020 fair …
Historic places open in Europe after lockdown relaxation
According to the report of AFP, an international news agency, the coronavirus cases have exceeded 4700000 all across the world. …
Fentanyl-Laced Heroin Trafficking and Illegally Possessing Assault Rifle Charges
A Chicago man has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly trafficking fentanyl-laced heroin and illegally possessing a …
Therapy dog gets honorary doctorate degree from Virginia Tech
The dog is known as the best friend of man, and it has proven it several times in the past. …
East St. Louis Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
An East St. Louis resident reoffended in the federal system which has cost him his 20 years of life. James …
Illinois Gov.’s threat of legal action for not enforcing stay-at-home order pushed back
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s threat to withhold federal funding for areas where local officials refuse to enforce his executive orders …
JJC: All Fall 2020 Lectures to be Held Online
Joliet Junior College President Dr. Judy Mitchell has informed the campus community that all fall 2020 lectures will be delivered …
Two Water Rescues in DuPage River
Naperville Fire Department has conducted two water rescues in DuPage River. Naperville’s Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) received a call …
Elgin: COVID-19 Response Fund Established
The powerful partnership between the City of Elgin and local, regional and state foundations has made it possible for the …
Pritzker urges Illinoisans to stay in the state
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has discouraged any trips outside the state of Illinois in no uncertain terms. He has also …
JJC Board Welcome New Student Trustee
Dontae Crowder has been welcomed by the Joliet Junior College of Trustees as the newest student trustee during its May …
Another 3M unemployment claims
Last week, another 3 million U.S. workers had filed for unemployment. Over the last eight weeks of the coronavirus pandemic, …
Trump: ‘vaccine or no vaccine’ US will reopen
United States President Donald Trump has said that US will reopen, “vaccine or no vaccine”. He has also announced an …
1 Million Meals Distribution to be Recognized
U-46 Food and Nutrition Services Department will recognize the distribution of 1 million meals. School doors had closed in mid-March …
White Pines Resort closes; forced into Bankruptcy
Freeport, IL – Illinois restrictions has forced the White Pines Resort into bankruptcy. The resort closes after 80 years of …
JJC Students & Employees utilizing the remote opportunities
The COVID-19 Pandemic has changed a lot, and Joliet Junior College has also come under the effect. JJC had moved …
Rain disrupts Michigan capitol demonstration
Dozens of conservative protesters descended on the state capitol on Thursday. Tensions had escalated over threats of violence made against …
Teachers’ recertification credit to be boosted for learning digital skills
In adapting to remote learning, teachers have almost learn an entirely new job. For their hard work and dedication, the …
Peoria County Board has new Member
Betty Duncan will be appointed Peoria County Board Member for District 3. Her appointment will be at the May 14, …
Awards for Phi Theta Kappa Members
Joliet Junior College’s Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society’s student’s hard work is being recognized at the national level. JJC’s …
$11 million building to be scaled by Rock climbers
An $11 million building permit has been issued by Chicago for indoor rock climbers at 1111 W. Addison St. The …
Taliban say there are ready to counter Afghan forces’ attacks
Ashraf Ghani, the president of Afghanistan, announced to conduct aggressive operations against terrorist organizations, including the Taliban. Taliban replied to …
Republican heartlands show new Coronavirus hotspots
Republican heartland communities across multiple states are showing new coronavirus hotspots. The emergence of the hotspots are contracting President Trump’s …
The City of Elgin Initiates Third Round of Expenditure Reductions
In response to the coronavirus, the City of Elgin has initiated the third round of expenditure reductions. Summer parks and …
Illinois yields new one-day high COVID-19 cases
Illinois conducted a new high in the number of COVID-19 tests in a day that yielded a record high for …
Central Illinois Police Officers’ efforts recognized during National Police Week
The U.S. Attorney’s office has recognized the dedication, sacrifice of the Central Illinois Police Officers during the National Police Week. …