JOLIET, ILLINOIS – Motorists in Joliet should prepare for major travel changes as the Cass Street Bridge in downtown is set to close for more than a year beginning in mid-September. The closure comes as part of a $22.8 million rehabilitation project led by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). Ruby Street Bridge Reopens, Cass…
NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS – A Naperville man is facing a long list of felony charges after police say he stole a car at gunpoint in Warrenville and days later attacked a woman at a Naperville gas station. Warrenville Carjacking on Diehl Road Authorities say the first incident happened on August 20 when 63-year-old Archie Banks, of…
IOWA, LOUISIANA – Authorities have confirmed that a 53-year-old woman from Jennings who was reported missing last week has been found dead following a hit-and-run crash near Iowa, Louisiana. Body Discovered Near Interstate 10 The Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office and Louisiana State Police reported that Bonnie Fontenot was discovered shortly after noon on Wednesday,…
DES MOINES, IOWA – After a stretch of mild weather, Iowans can expect warmer temperatures and a few rain chances as the week progresses. While the majority of the state will enjoy dry and pleasant conditions, spotty showers may arrive heading into the weekend. Midweek Sunshine and Comfortable Conditions By Wednesday evening, skies will remain…
LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY – A remarkable journey of survival has come full circle as a Kentucky baby, born weighing just 1 pound at 25 weeks, has finally gone home after spending 622 days in the hospital. A Fragile Beginning When Kingston Bryant was born at just 455 grams, doctors feared he would not survive. His lungs…
LINN COUNTY, IOWA – Authorities have charged a 47-year-old Marion man after he was allegedly caught inside a home during a burglary in eastern Iowa on Wednesday afternoon. Homeowner Confronts Suspect According to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded at 3:29 p.m. Wednesday to a reported burglary in the 3700 block of North Center…
MARSHALLTOWN, IOWA – Police have arrested a 19-year-old Aplington man following a violent robbery at a Marshalltown park that left two people injured. Authorities say the suspect now faces multiple felony charges, including attempted murder. Robbery Turns Violent at Nicholson Ford Park The incident occurred Tuesday night at Nicholson Ford Park on Marion Street, where…
IOWA CITY, IOWA – A severe water main break struck downtown Iowa City Wednesday afternoon, leaving residents and businesses facing water outages, low pressure, and warnings about possible water discoloration. Water Division Confirms Major Break The City of Iowa City Water Division reported the break at 4:16 p.m., noting that it initially caused system-wide low…
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA – State investigators are examining the circumstances of a deadly officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday near Interstate 29 and North 16th Street in Council Bluffs. Incident Near Interstate 29 According to the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), multiple agencies were involved in a traffic stop when they encountered an armed individual….
MONROE CENTER, ILLINOIS – An early morning crash on Interstate 39 near Monroe Center ended with a Minnesota man under arrest for driving under the influence after his car crossed multiple lanes and landed in a cornfield. Wild Ride Across I-39 According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened around 4:59 a.m. Wednesday…