As the stockings are hung by the chimney with care, it’s important to take care of your loved ones this holiday season by thinking about fire safety with your holiday décor.  According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), over one-third of decoration fires are started […]

As the chill of winter approaches, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is encouraging residents to get protected from seasonal respiratory bugs.  With the holiday season bringing family gatherings and festive celebrations, public health officials predict an increase in seasonal illnesses.  IDPH is reporting a […]

Fire departments across the state, now have an opportunity to apply for a new Fire Station Construction and Rehabilitation Grant Program through the office of the Illinois State Fire Marshall. The new grant would allow departments to apply for grants up to $350,000 for the construction […]

The corruption trial against former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan has entered its third month at the Dirksen Federal Building in Chicago. Over the last eight weeks, federal prosecutors have called several key witnesses to build their case that the political leader engaged in racketeering and […]