‘Y’ making its presence known

As the YMCA works on a five-year plan for a facility in Morris, it’s trying to build a more physical presence in the town in which it will eventually have a location. ... Read More ť

At Iowa State, Terhall finds that leadership has its rewards

At Iowa State University, where he will be a junior next year, Nicholas Terhall is president of his residence hall, a member of student government, a participant in the honors program... and, now, the recipient of a leadership scholarship. ... Read More ť

Governor has final say on legalizing medical marijuana

House Bill 1, which would allow those with serious illnesses to obtain small amounts of cannabis for pain relief, passed the state senate last Friday, and is currently sitting on the desk of Gov. Pat Quinn. ... Read More ť

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‘Y’ making its presence known

As the YMCA works on a five-year plan for a facility in Morris, it’s trying to build a more physical presence in the town in which it will eventually have a location. ... Read More ť

Chicago school board votes to close 49 elementary schools

(MCT) CHICAGO — Months of argument and anguish over Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s push for sweeping school closures came to a climax Wednesday as his hand-picked Board of Edu ... Read More ť

87-year-old woman suing Trump over condo deal seeks $6 million in damages

(MCT) CHICAGO — On paper it’s a rather boring condo dispute, a classic confrontation between a buyer and seller over clauses buried deep in documents. Throw in Donald Trump, ... Read More ť

Oklahoma turns to mammoth task of cleanup after tornado

(MCT) MOORE, Okla. — Under a sunny sky, residents of this Oklahoma City suburb began cleaning up debris from the monstrous tornado that inflicted death and destruction — bod ... Read More ť

Feds: Man shot in Orlando was being questioned about Boston suspects, triple-murder

(MCT) ORLANDO, Fla. — The Central Florida man who was shot and killed by an FBI agent early Wednesday was being questioned about a 2011 triple-slaying in Massachusetts and a ... Read More ť

Minooka volleyball wins fourth straight regional

JOLIET — Coming in as a huge underdog Wednesday night, Joliet Catholic Academy knew it was going to have to be more energetic and hustle if they were going to take down the Mi ... Read More ť

3A is OK for Lady Coalers in debut

Coal City nearly upended top-seeded Peotone before falling 2-1 in nine innings Tuesday at the 3A Manteno Softball Regional. ... Read More ť

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With spring lettuce and all variety of greens enjoying their salad days now, it’s a good time to think about how to dress them up right. ... Read More ť

Multiple tickets issued in wake of car crash

Adam Davis, 29, of Sheri-dan, was involved in a single vehicle accident May 19. Davis was reportedly combative with emergency services, and was subsequently arrested by La Sal ... Read More ť

Driver forces deputy off road, cited for DUI

Joshua M. Trahan, 31, of Mendota, was arrested by La Salle County Sheriff’s police May 20 on charges of DUI and criminal trespass to property. The arresting deputy apparently ... Read More ť

The common man silenced

To be heard, you need a lobbyist ... Read More ť

Give districts option to merge

(MCT) — Sometimes, less is more. In the case of public school districts in Illinois, it would be grammatically correct to say that fewer is more, but the idea is the same. Ill ... Read More ť

Fishing for a Cure raises over $57,000

Team from Monee takes home first-place prize ... Read More ť

Kenneth Leo Bushue

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Mr. Kenneth Leo Bushue, 53, of Bloomington, Ill., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at his home. Born Aug. 15, 1959, in Joliet, Ill., Kenne ... Read More ť

Margaret C. Kraft

MANTENO, Ill. — Mrs. Margaret C. Kraft, 89, of Manteno, Ill. and formerly of Gardner, Ill., passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at Miller Healthcare Center in Kankakee, Ill. ... Read More ť

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Shop your local farmers’ market

Farmers’ Market season is almost here. Most local markets run from June through early to mid October. Farmers’ markets are a great way to support local farmers and small businesses.

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Cook with fresh herbs this summer

It’s time to get planting! Pick up some fresh herbs to plant and keep near the kitchen so you can snip and cook as needed. Keep them in pots as some like to spread and take over if allowed.