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Gas price average spikes 56 cents in Illinois

Gas price average spikes 56 cents in Illinois

Since the Iran war began on Feb. 28, gas prices have risen by well over $1 nationwide, and in March, they jumped up by nearly 21% compared to the previous month, the Associated Press reported. Just this past week, prices rose an average of 56 cents per gallon in Illinois.

By Payton Felix●
Streator killer loses bid for reduced sentence

Streator killer loses bid for reduced sentence

A Streator killer serving an effective life sentence (parole date: 2117) struck out Friday in his bid for a reduced prison time. Malcolm Whitfield's loss in court means he now can turn to an appeals court.

By Tom Collins●

Mendota man gets 7.5 years for meth possession

A Mendota man was sentenced Friday to 7½ years in prison for a large meth seizure in 2024.

By Tom Collins●

DOJ probe targets Illinois school districts over gender policies, curriculum, parent opt-outs

36 districts are under review as the Justice Department examines opt-out policies and classroom content surrounding gender and sexuality, with the potential for probes to expand to bathroom and sports team access.

By John Sahly, Megann Horstead and Michelle Meyer●

Princeton couple donate bench to Zearing Park playground

The Princeton Park District has announced a new addition to the playground at Zearing Park, made possible through a donation from longtime community supporters Don and Barb Schiff.

By Bill Freskos●

How safe are children in youth sports? Gaps in oversight leave room for predators

Non-disclosure agreements can silence victims and prevent information from being shared between organizations. Suspected offenders often move between coaching jobs in different jurisdictions and statutes of limitations prevent prosecution of older allegations.

By Amanda Marrazzo●

Photos: Princeton fire station expansion underway, adds sleeping quarters

Construction is underway at the Princeton Fire Department to add new sleeping quarters adjacent to the fire trucks, creating more space and improving efficiency for crew members. The expansion comes after space concerns were raised to the Princeton City Council last June, marking the first major update to the station since 1978, with completion expected by early fall.

By Scott Anderson●