The Brookfield Junior Bulldogs fifth-grade team won the state gold division championship, defeating their opponent 38-36 in triple overtime. The Brookfield Junior Bulldogs fifth-grade basketball team won the state gold division championship this year, defeating their opponent 38-36 in triple overtime in Normal. The victory capped a dominant season for the program, which won the […]
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Wilkins students get real-world civics lesson by running village board
Eight Wilkins Junior High students voted on real village business at the Justice Village Board meeting, learning how local government actually works.
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Former Stickney Trustee Jeff White, 70, dies after lengthy illness
Former board member served three mayors and 16 years as trustee.
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Manhattan Fire District encouraged by new legislation
Fire Chief Steve Malone reported he spent some time in Springfield with legislators regarding fire service-related legislation and indicated he anticipates changes to problematic intersections within the district.
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Budget discussion dominates Manteno board meeting
The Village of Manteno Board of Trustees made it clear they are still working on the village’s budget, after a public hearing on the preliminary budget was held and the budget subsequently approved at its April 20 meeting.
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Beecher Police community room open for use
The Community Room at the Beecher police station will be open for groups to use, but it won’t be turned into a party room.
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Manhattan begins safety study on Route 52
With speeding and safety major concerns on Manhattan’s roadways, the village is taking a step toward making the major thoroughfare, Route 52, a little safer.
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Harry Potter drone show lands at SeatGeek Stadium this July
A light show featuring 1,200 synchronized drones will illuminate the sky above SeatGeek Stadium on July 24 and 25, recreating scenes and characters from the Harry Potter film series.
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Chicago Hounds start 2026 season undefeated
The Chicago Hounds have won their first three games of the 2026 Major League Rugby season, outscoring opponents 131-69 to begin their campaign at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview.
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Illinois Senate backs bill to expand veteran suicide prevention with FDA-approved therapies
llinois Senate extends veteran mental health council through 2027, expanding access to FDA-approved breakthrough therapies for suicide prevention.