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New IL law allows automatic university admission for community college transfer students
15/01/2024

New IL law allows automatic university admission for community college transfer students

ILLINOIS (WTHI) - Universities in Illinois are now required by law to guarantee 4-year admission for students transfering from community colleges. The law was inspired by...

School closures announced in Morris, Coal City, Minooka: January 12, 2024
14/01/2024

School closures announced in Morris, Coal City, Minooka: January 12, 2024

Minooka Community High School, Morris Community High School and Morris Elementary will be having an e-learning days Friday while Saratoga School north of Morris and Coal City Unit 1 are having a traditional snow day with no e-learning due to the incoming snow storm. The entirety of Northern Illinois...

Senior Dog Who Was Found Guarding The Body of His Owner Finds Forever Home
14/01/2024

Senior Dog Who Was Found Guarding The Body of His Owner Finds Forever Home

As soon as Karen and Rory Quinn came across Ajax's story, they rushed to the animal shelter before it even opened so they could meet the...

2 dead after car crash in Hazel Crest
14/01/2024

2 dead after car crash in Hazel Crest

HAZEL CREST, Ill. — Two people are dead and two others are injured after an overnight crash in Hazel Crest. According to Hazel Crest police, the crash happened just after 2 a.m. in the 16900 block of Wood Street. Officers say a car with four occupants was headed southbound along Wood Street when t...

Police need help identifying ‘confused’ boy found at downtown Chicago train station
14/01/2024

Police need help identifying ‘confused’ boy found at downtown Chicago train station

Chicago police are trying to identify a boy who was found confused and unable to provide his own identity in the Loop. The child was located...

Bill to ban hair discrimination filed in both the House and Senate
14/01/2024

Bill to ban hair discrimination filed in both the House and Senate

INDIANAPOLIS — Hair discrimination is something many often face in both the workplace and their daily life. According to CrownAct.com, 23 states across the country have...

Two Indiana seniors will receive bachelor's degree before graduating high school
14/01/2024

Two Indiana seniors will receive bachelor's degree before graduating high school

Abram Lewis and Khaya Njumpe, two seniors at 21st Century Charter school in Gary, received their bachelor's degrees before graduating high school.

Major Accident Shuts Down Northbound I-55, No Estimate for Reopening
14/01/2024

Major Accident Shuts Down Northbound I-55, No Estimate for Reopening

WILMINGTON, IL — A crash involving multiple semis early Saturday morning has led to the closure of the northbound lanes of Interstate 55 near Lorenzo Road...

Caleb Williams Allegedly Wants Assurances Bears Will be Trading First Overall Pick Before Declaring for the Draft
13/01/2024

Caleb Williams Allegedly Wants Assurances Bears Will be Trading First Overall Pick Before Declaring for the Draft

The delay in USC quarterback Caleb Williams declaring for the NFL Draft is generating attention and speculation, especially considering his status as a top draft-eligible quarterback....

Jerry Reindsdorf takes a subtle shot at Michael Jordan during the Bulls' Ring of Honor celebration: "The only way the ni...
13/01/2024

Jerry Reindsdorf takes a subtle shot at Michael Jordan during the Bulls' Ring of Honor celebration: "The only way the night could be better would be if Jerry Krause were there"

Controversy ensues during the Chicago Bulls' Ring of Honor celebration as team owner Jerry Reinsdorf subtly emphasizes Jerry Krause's absence over Michael Jordan's.

Bourbonnais, IL – Bourbonnais Upper Grade Announces 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Details
13/01/2024

Bourbonnais, IL – Bourbonnais Upper Grade Announces 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Details

Bourbonnais, IL – Bourbonnais Upper Grade School has officially announced the 8th Grade Promotion ceremony, a significant event for students and their families. Scheduled for Wednesday,...

Kankakee County, IL – Northern Illinois University Recognizes Local Academic Achievers
13/01/2024

Kankakee County, IL – Northern Illinois University Recognizes Local Academic Achievers

DeKALB, Ill. – Northern Illinois University has proudly announced its Dean’s List for the fall 2023 semester. This prestigious achievement highlights students who have demonstrated academic...

Daughter Says Her Mom Strangled Pregnant Teen, Cut Unborn Baby From Womb, Then Hid Body in Trash: Court Doc
13/01/2024

Daughter Says Her Mom Strangled Pregnant Teen, Cut Unborn Baby From Womb, Then Hid Body in Trash: Court Doc

Clarisa Figueroa is accused of masterminding the plot to murder a pregnant teenager and steal her unborn child. She enlisted her daughter to help, according to prosecutors, and now her daughter will testify against her in court.

NFL Rumors: Caleb Williams could have diabolical plan to dodge Bears
13/01/2024

NFL Rumors: Caleb Williams could have diabolical plan to dodge Bears

Why hasn't Caleb Williams declared for the 2024 NFL Draft yet? The other top two quarterback candidates have in North Carolina's Drake Maye and LSU's Jayden...

Two teens are getting their bachelor’s degree while still in high school
13/01/2024

Two teens are getting their bachelor’s degree while still in high school

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) - High school is a hard time for many teenagers but imagine also juggling college courses on top of your normal classes. That’s exactly...

Frankfort indoor golf range dome collapses, bursts 'like popping a balloon,' fire officials say
12/01/2024

Frankfort indoor golf range dome collapses, bursts 'like popping a balloon,' fire officials say

An indoor golf range dome collapsed Friday morning in the south suburbs as a winter storm moved through the Chicago area.

Michael Jordan Sends Emotional Message To Chicago Bulls' Ring Of Honor: "We Are Always Going To Be Champions"
12/01/2024

Michael Jordan Sends Emotional Message To Chicago Bulls' Ring Of Honor: "We Are Always Going To Be Champions"

Michael Jordan couldn't attend the Chicago Bulls' Ring of Honor ceremony but sent an emotional message.

Judge removes top resentencing prosecutor from murder case over conflict of interest: ‘Ms. Foxx basically set you up for...
12/01/2024

Judge removes top resentencing prosecutor from murder case over conflict of interest: ‘Ms. Foxx basically set you up for failure’

CHICAGO — Dante Brown waited more than ten years for a judge to reconsider the life-without-parole sentence he received for a double murder in Chicago in...

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