Shane Saathoff

An active writer for two decades, Shane's focuses on local news and events throughout the area, Shane is an active historian, science nerd, and tech geek. Shane is a native of Bourbonnais, IL, and alumni of Olivet Nazarene University.

Exclusive Content

spot_img

Naperville Park District to sue state, reopen various activities

The Naperville Park District announced it plans to take legal action in an effort to reopen within its own timeframe at a board meeting...

Abbott ID missed 48% of COVID-19 positives vs. nasal swab test, researchers say

The Abbott ID NOW COVID-19 testing which has been a key part of reopening efforts in the United States may have missed nearly half...

Manteno Police Department joins Neighbors by Ring App

Manteno Police Department has joined the Neighbors by Ring App in an effort to reduce crime in the community. “This App will allow the Manteno...

‘A Llama named Winter’ unsung hero in the fight against COVID-19?

Could a llama named “Winter” be one of the unsung heroes in the war against COVID-19.  During an interview with Vermont Public Radio, Daniel Wrapp, a...

McDonald’s in Kankakee deals with COVID-19 case

This article was updated Saturday at 6:13pm: The Kankakee McDonald’s restaurant located on 5th Ave, owned by JJC Family Restaurants in Joliet has come under...

Kankakee County Health workers at risk awaiting COVID-19 tests of their own, Union says

AFSCME Local 1874, which represents 25 employees of the Kankakee County Public Health Department, including registered nurses, health inspectors, and support staff, made the...