The Morris Elementary District 54 School Board heard an update about a few topics at their meeting this week.

Morris Hospital is seeking patient transportation volunteers. Morris Hospital is currently actively recruiting volunteers for its patient transportation service, said public relations manager Janet Long. She said both drivers and drivers’ assistants are needed.

Several activities are set for the last day of the Liberty Arts Festival.

Congressman Adam Kinzinger applauded a move by the Federal Communications Commission that would provide broadband to rural areas. 

The LaSalle County Health Department received confirmation on Friday that mosquitoes from Peru tested positive for West Nile virus. 

The Kendall County Sheriff's Office announced the retirement of on of the department's K9 officers on Friday.

The Associated Press reports that Illinois transportation officials are warning drivers throughout the state to watch for road blowouts during the intense heat that continues Saturday. 

Three people were injured in a single-vehicle rollover crash that occurred on I-80 between Marseilles and Seneca on Thursday.

The Grundy County Health Department and the Illinois Department of Public Health are currently investigating cases of Cryptosporidiosis (referred to as Crypto) in the area.

A judge may decide in two weeks whether indicted former LaSalle County State's Attorney Brian Thomas will have his 17 felony charges dismissed.

Several expressed taking issue with the proposed plans for Domino’s Pizza at Wednesday’s meeting of the Minooka Village Board Committee of the Whole.

Note to Readers: Information presented here is obtained from the city police and sheriff's departments. Individuals listed in reports who have been charged with a crime have not been proven guilty in court.

A 31-year-old Braidwood woman was arrested by the Wilmington Police Department for filing a false alarm or 911 call on Thursday morning.

A groundbreaking was held for a brand-new diesel fueling station in Seneca.

The 2019 Outstanding Citizen of the Year was awarded to Seattle Sutton during the Marseilles City Council meeting on Wednesday.

A LaSalle County man will spend the next year behind bars for driving on a revoked license.

Day two of the Liberty Arts Festival is underway in Morris.

Kendall County Presiding Judge Robert Pilmer told the county board at its July 2 meeting that a mental health court is needed in the Kendall County Courthouse.

Commentary continues revolving around Tweets and comments from President Donald Trump aimed at four Democratic Congresswomen. His original Tweet this past week suggested all four should, "go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which they came. Then come back and show us how."

The Seneca Police Department recently hired a new officer.

The Morris Elementary District 54 School Board will continue to save money on their insurance rates by renewing an agreement with Group Alternatives.

As blazing temperatures set in across Grundy County, residents will cool-off in pools but there are some tips to keep in mind to maintain everyone’s safety.

The Liberty Arts Festival in Morris will kick off this morning.  

Potentially dangerous heat is in the forecast this week and weekend.  

One of three men has pleaded guilty in Livingston County to battering an inmate at the Pontiac Correctional Center in Pontiac.

Note to Readers: Information presented here is obtained from the city police and sheriff's departments. Individuals listed in reports who have been charged with a crime have not been proven guilty in court.

The Grundy Economic Development Council provided some economic data for county.

The United States Department of Agriculture is extending the deadline to report acres for agricultural producers in states impacted by flooding and heavy moisture.

A Morris man was arrested by the Minooka Police Department earlier this month on two counts of failing to register as a sex offender.

Several streets will be closed for the Liberty Arts Festival this Thursday through Saturday.

The Morris City Council on Monday approved three bids for their 2019 Street Maintenance Program.

The Grundy County Sheriff's Department said a vehicle was burglarized at a Daycare business in Diamond.

Four new businesses are coming to the area. The Morris Judiciary and License Committee on Monday approved four business license applications.

As part of a bridge improvement plan, D-Construction will be resurfacing the driving surface of the bridge going over the Waupecan Creek.

Illinois State Police are seeking information on the cold murder case of a Streator boy. 

Note to Readers: Information presented here is obtained from the city police and sheriff's departments. Individuals listed in reports who have been charged with a crime have not been proven guilty in court.

Two local state lawmakers will honor a group of brother’s military service by renaming a portion of Route 6 after them.

The Minooka Police Department arrested a local woman accused of battering an officer.

The fourth annual We Care of Grundy County Stuff the Bus event will take place next month, benefiting many area students.

A LaSalle County man will spend the next year behind bars.

Congressmen and a Congresswoman who serve in the WSPY listening area have all issued remarks in response to tweets President Donald Trump made regarding a group of four Democratic congresswomen, suggesting the women of color should, "go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which they came. Then come back and show us how"

The Morris City Council on Monday approved the appointment of a new First Ward Alderman.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) – State officials say July is the peak month for grilling fires and are offering public safety tips.

One person was killed in a two vehicle accident that occurred in Minooka around 8:35 a.m. on Saturday, July 13th.

One person was injured in a trailer fire that occurred at Woodsmoke Ranch on 28th Road near Seneca at 7:15 p.m on July 13th. 

Note to Readers: Information presented here is obtained from the city police and sheriff's departments. Individuals listed in reports who have been charged with a crime have not been proven guilty in court.

A 29-year-old Minooka man has been sentenced to the Illinois Department of Corrections for unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon.

One person suffered only minor injuries after an accident in a parking lot of a gas station at 20 Hampton Street on July 11.