SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Dec. 6 -- The Illinois Commerce Commission issued the following news release on Dec. 5, 2024: Chicago, IL - On Thursday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved the installation of automatic warning devices at the Kilbuck Road (AAR/DOT #372330G) highway-rail crossing near Monroe Center in Ogle County. "Rail safety infrastructure improvements are beneficial to all who live, work, and travel along train tracks," said ICC Commissioner Michael T. Carrigan. "The Grade  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Dec. 7 -- The Illinois Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) proudly announces the first-ever Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards winners. These prestigious new awards celebrate individuals and organizations making remarkable contributions to Illinois' natural resources, outdoor heritage, and conservation efforts. The inaugural award winners will be honored alongside the Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame   more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Dec. 6 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin issued the following news release: Timothy M. O'Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Dantrell T. Stevenson, 31, Matteson, Illinois, was sentenced on December 2, 2024, by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 2 years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl. The prison term will be followed by 4 years of supervised release. Stev  more