Watseka

Urbana Resident, Former Olivet Nazarene University Student Arrested After Alleged Campus Threat

Bourbonnais, IL - A potential crisis at Olivet Nazarene University was averted thanks to the vigilance of a current student, who reported concerning communications to school authorities on Monday.  The...

Dyer, IN – Afternoon Crashes Leave Intersection Cluttered with Debris

Dyer, IN - A series of vehicular collisions on Tuesday afternoon left a major intersection in Dyer, Indiana,...

Victim Turns Tables on Robbers in Libertyville Nature Preserve Trail Incident 

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. — A jogger turned the tables on would-be robbers during a brazen morning attack on the...

Kankakee, IL – Gun Drawn in Drive-Through: Bradley Man Arrested After Chaotic Event 

Kankakee, IL - In a startling midday event, Kankakee City Police have taken 18-year-old Devin Kavanaugh of Bradley...

Kankakee County Shock: Chebanse Woman Arrested for Allegedly Threatening Child with Gun off Route 45/52

Chebanse, IL - In a shocking incident late Monday evening, a Chebanse woman was arrested after allegedly brandishing...

Illinois K-9 “Tucker” Utilizes Versatile Skillset to Locate Suicidal Subject

WATSEKA, IL - When people think of K-9 officers, the image of aggressive takedowns may come to mind. However, a recent incident involving Watseka Police...

Alcohol Sales Tax Doubled to Fund Police Pensions and Downtown Beautification

WATSEKA, IL - The Watseka City Council has voted to double the tax on alcohol sales from 3 to 6 percent.  The additional revenue generated from...

Riverside extends Mammography Services to Watseka 

Watseka, IL - Riverside announced Wednesday the addition of mammography services at its Watseka Campus, meeting the community's healthcare needs.  Recognizing the importance of convenient access...

Watseka Police Respond to Multiple Bomb Threats, Safeguarding Local Businesses

WATSEKA, IL - The Watseka Police Department swiftly acted upon receiving a series of automated bomb threats targeting numerous local businesses Friday.  Taking immediate precautions, law...

Watseka Implements Fireworks Ban Amidst Drought: Safety Measures in Effect 

WATSEKA, IL - In response to the intensifying drought conditions, the City of Watseka announced Friday afternoon it has taken a proactive step by enforcing...

From D1 to D4: Central Illinois Drought and the Firework Ban

WATSEKA, Ill. — Central Illinois is currently in the grip of a D1 drought, and it is crucial to understand the potential severity of the...
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