Mackinac Bridge Shuts Down to Whiteout Conditions as High Winds Force Vehicle Escorts Across...
MACKINAC BRIDGE, MICHIGAN — Dangerous whiteout conditions have developed early this morning across the Mackinac Bridge, where blowing snow and powerful winds are severely reducing visibility and forcing officials to escort high-profile vehicles across the span. A live image timestamped 8:00 a.m. on February 18, 2026,...
This 100-Year-Old Popcorn Stand In Illinois Has Been Serving Tradition For Decades
Nestled like a hidden gem in small Illinois city, the Little Popcorn Store serves up big flavor in a delightfully tiny space. Locals can’t stop raving about the popcorn, so fresh and flavorful, it doesn’t even need seasoning, along with rows of nostalgic candies that instantly transport you back in time.
Neuqua teacher nominated for ‘LifeChanger’ award for helping struggling students
A Neuqua Valley High School teacher has been nominated for an award recognizing him as what many teachers strive to be — a “LifeChanger.”. Rob Kos is a special education teacher at the Naperville school in Indian Prairie School District 204, where he co-teaches a geometry class and helps students build academic...
Suburban Woman And Chicago Man Allegedly Stole From Nordstrom And Kohl’s, Fled From Police...
A suburban woman and a Chicago man are facing felony charges for allegedly stealing merchandise from two DuPage County stores and fleeing police in separate incidents just hours apart last week. Jehnyejah Moore, 22, of Woodridge, has been charged with retail theft (a Class 3 felony) and aggravated running and...
Local woman battles medical bill that should have been covered by insurance for years
One local woman battled a medical bill that should have been covered by insurance for years.
Lemont: Pierogi Capital of Illinois
As immigrants sought work in the late 1880s through the early 1900s, many Polish immigrants found opportunity in Lemont’s quarries and, with that, found a new place to call home. Over the years, Polish residents opened local businesses, grocery stories, restaurants and continue to lovingly share their culture with...
Officials confirm body found is missing man
Elgin police confirm the body found in the river yesterday is that of a missing man.
Joliet man charged in $1,000 Cricket Wireless robbery: police
JOLIET, Ill. - A Joliet man has been charged after stealing $1,000 from a Cricket Wireless store in Joliet earlier this month, according to police. Start filing your taxes nowCheck taxes off your list free with TurboTax.TurboTax |. What we know:. Vincent Bond, 59, has been charged with one count...
Two Shootings In Three Hours In Aurora Result In Hospitalizations, No Suspects Identified
Two shooting incidents about 3 hours apart in Aurora left two people in hospital Monday evening. Based on preliminary information, investigators have not identified any indication the incidents are related or pose an ongoing threat to the broader community. According to police, at approximately 6:06pm members of the...
Cops Collar Trio In Late-Night Freight Train Raid On Southwest Side
Three men are facing felony burglary charges after sheriff’s police say they were caught in the act of breaking into freight railcars on Chicago’s Southwest Side late Thursday, following reports of shipping containers being pried open on a moving train near the 1200 block of West 74th Place. Officers say they found...

















