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Everyone is talking about coronavirus (COVID-19) right now, and for good reason. The World Health Organization has declared the outbreak a pandemic, and while 80% of cases are mild and individuals under 50 have a low mortality rate (0.2%), the mortality rate begins to rise for individuals over 50 and is very significant for those over 80. "Concerns about coronavirus are absolutely warranted, and it's essential that we pay attention and follow the Centers for Disease Control... Full story
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) announced on March 12, 2020 that it will significantly limit attendance at the remaining games in the 2020 IHSA Boys Basketball State Series, as well as at other IHSA events, to preemptively reduce the potential spread of COVID-19. The decision comes after consultation with the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Peoria City/County Health Department, the latter of whom made the recommendation that no more than 60 spectators... Full story
In light of growing concern about the spread of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of older members of the community who may be at increased risk of getting sick, the Village of Niles will be closing the Niles Senior Center until further notice. Effective immediately, all Senior Center programs, classes, activities, meetings and events are cancelled until further notice. The building itself will remain open through the end of... Full story
In the next few weeks, households across the United States, in Washington D.C and in the five U.S. territories will begin to receive official Census Bureau mail with detailed information on how to respond to the 2020 Census. This mailing will offer three ways to respond and be counted by phone, by mail or this year for the first time, online. The census is a count of all people mandated by the Constitution of the United States and is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau - a... Full story
When residents and visitors are sitting outside a bar or restaurant on Lockport Street in downtown Plainfield, walking along the riverfront or taking in a band, they will hear something new this year – silence. On Feb. 17, two-plus years of work by the Village of Plainfield in conjunction with the Federal Railroad Administration, CN Railroad and the Illinois Department of Transportation came to fruition when the village was granted its second railroad crossing quiet zone. "... Full story
Making its 14th trip to the IHSA state girls basketball finals is nothing new to Montini Catholic. The Lombard-based school made its 14th consecutive trip to the finals this season, placing third in Class 3A with a 55-43 win over Springfield Lamphier. What is rare for the Broncos this season is the age of the players they accomplished the feat with. Montini featured only two seniors, two juniors, eight sophomores and three freshmen. Among the trio of ninth graders are Madisyn... Full story
Due to the continuing health and safety concerns surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19), and the safety of patrons and staff, all three Branches in Crest Hill, Lockport, and Romeoville effective immediately. We plan to reopen at 10 am on Monday, April 6, 2020 with the following exception: We are open as polling centers Tuesday, March 17 from 6 am - 7 pm. All programs, events, meeting room reservations, and Outreach Services are cancelled. Library staff are working to notify all... Full story
As the situation surrounding the outbreak of COVID-19 continues to evolve, the Lockport Lions Club officers has made the difficult decision to cancel this years Easter Egg Hunt. Our IL Governor JB Pritzker has announced today that until May 1, all major sporting events will be canceled and community events of 250 people or more are recommended to be cancelled or postponed.... Full story
In accordance with the directive of Governor Pritzker, all Valley View School District 365U schools will be closed beginning Tuesday, March 17. Classes will be held on Monday, March 16 in order for teachers to inform students regarding options for at home learning during the time our schools are closed. All VVSD schools will be closed through Spring Break and classes are tentatively scheduled to resume on Monday, April 6. Here are some key points that you need to know as of today, Friday, March 13: We do not have any suspec... Full story
Based on the rapidly evolving situation of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and in conjunction with the closure of the Valley View School District, the Village of Romeoville has decided to implement several measures to encourage social distancing and help limit public gatherings to help slow the spread of the virus. Please note that the following will be in effect from Monday, March 16 through Sunday, April 5: Cancellation of all Recreation programs, events and rentals at the Recreation Center (900 W. Romeo Road) and the Athletic... Full story
SPRINGFIELD - Public and private Illinois schools will be closed for two weeks, starting Tuesday, March 17, and reopening Tuesday, March 31, per a Friday order from Gov. JB Pritzker. The move is the latest in a string of social distancing efforts aimed at slowing the spread of the novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19, by limiting contact among large groups of people. Yesterday, the governor mandated the cancellation of events with more than 1,000 people and strongly encouraged... Full story
In an effort to protect the general public, staff, as well as inmates at the DuPage County Correctional Center from the current COVID 19 pandemic, Sheriff James Mendrick has announced a series of changes implemented in both the correctional center and the DuPage County Courthouse for the next 60 days. We are also asking those who do not need to come to our office to please eliminate any nonessential visits to our office. Effective immediately, all non-mandatory staff, civilians and volunteers are prohibited from entering the... Full story
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Gaming Board has ordered all 10 casinos in the state to suspend operations for 14 days starting Monday, citing public health concerns over the outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19 "The public health of patrons, casino employees, IGB staff, and others is of paramount importance," the board said in a statement late Friday. "The board is continuously monitoring developments and will update licensees and the public as frequently as p... Full story
Gov. JB Pritzker banned events with more than 1,000 attendees for the next 30 days and urged businesses to allow employees to work from home as the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state reached 32. At a daily news media briefing on the spread of the novel coronavirus Thursday, the governor noted authorities would "break up" any large gatherings exceeding that number. He also said the ban applies to large religious congregations, and noted he asked all professional... Full story
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) announced on March 12, 2020, that it has canceled its remaining winter State Series postseason tournaments, which include Boys Basketball, Scholastic Bowl, Drama & Group Interpretation, Music, Debate and Journalism, over concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We appreciate the patience and understanding that we have received from everyone involved in this process over the past 72 hours,” said Craig Anderson. “We have stressed the fluidity of this situation and have been trans... Full story
Following the decision by the Chicago Irish parades, Plainfield has cancelled its parade set for this weekend. A statement released said: "It is with an abundance of caution for the health and safety of our community, The Village Preservation Association, the sponsor of the Plainfield Hometown Irish Parade, with Village of Plainfield direction, has decided it is in the best interest of all concerned to cancel the 2020 parade. "The VPA regrets any inconvenience or disappointment this may have caused but appreciates the... Full story
In anticipation of guidance we expect to receive from the Health Department, and out of an abundance of caution, as of today, Thursday, March 12 at 12:30 p.m., District 58 will cancel all gatherings that include visitors who are not our students and staff. For today, Thursday, March 12, the following activities are CANCELED for outside visitors: The Fairmount School musical scheduled for today at 2 p.m. The Herrick Middle School Center Stage musical scheduled for tonight at...
As news of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to develop, and the World Health Organization has declared this outbreak a pandemic, North Shore Senior Center is taking a proactive stance to close our buildings to the public. Effective at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 12, all North Shore Senior Center locations will be closed, including the Northfield location at 161 Northfield Road, House of Welcome Adult Day Services at 1779 Winnetka Road, the Niles office at 7900A Milwaukee...
The Niles-Maine District Library is taking precautions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all employees and patrons in the Library District. Maintenance staff and overnight crews will be focusing their efforts on public areas of the Library. They will also make certain that each public hand sanitizer dispenser will be adequately supplied and that each desk whether public or private will be supplied with wipes. Patrons utilizing computers may ask library staff for wipes to wipe down computers, keyboards, and headphones at t... Full story
Will County Clerk Lauren Staley Ferry announces that several Polling Places that were stationed inside retirement homes will be relocated due to concerns about coronavirus. The Polling Place locations that are being changed are: Joshua Arms, Joliet Precinct 35 - Moving to Nowell Park 199 Mills Road, Joliet; Willow Falls, Lockport Precinct 21 - Moving to Crest Hill City Hall, 1610 Plainfield Road, Crest Hill; St. James Wellness Center, Crete Precinct 06 - Moving to Crete Fire... Full story
The act of stealing signs has come under immense fire recently with a scandal that has rocked the world of sports. Never has the art of decoding messages been more taboo. The Chicago Steel Hockey Team (USHL) will attempt to change that narrative on Friday, April 3 when they present “STEEL”ing Signs for Good” in partnership with the Chicago Hearing Society, a night intended to bring attention to sign language interpreters in our community who work to improve access for deaf/...
In a statement from the Illinois High School Association and Hinsdale South High School, the sectional game between Benet Academy and Hinsdale South has been postponed. “Due to a potential student health emergency at Hinsdale South, the IHSA Class 3A Boys Basketball Sectional that is scheduled to be hosted by the school will be delayed by one day," the statement read. "The sectional semifinal between Benet Academy and Hinsdale South scheduled for March 11 will now be played on March 12 at 7 p.m. The sectional final will be m...
The Circuit Court of Cook County continues to monitor state and local responses to the coronavirus and will follow guidance provided by state and local public health agencies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Hand-sanitizing dispensers have been installed at courthouses, and cleaning crews are conducting regular cleanings with an emphasis on first-touch areas such as doors knobs and areas inside elevators and restrooms. All employees have been encouraged to get a flu shot; wash their hands often with soap... Full story
The Joliet Catholic Academy girls basketball team was just two games away from advancing to the IHSA state finals two weeks ago. Despite a 40-36 loss to Seneca in the championship game of the Wilmington Sectional, the Angels were still represented at Redbird arena – twice. Junior Emma Jay won the Class 2A Three-Point Shootout state title, connecting on nine of 15 shots on Feb. 28. That came a day after she connected on 10 shots in the preliminary round to advance to the final... Full story
Every season, counting the third-place and championship games in all four classes, there are only eight teams in the state that end the season with a win. For 10 of the last 13 years, Montini Catholic has been one of them. The Broncos added to that run with a 55-43 win over Springfield Lamphier in the Class 3A third-place game. "We have been down her 10 out of the last 13 years and nine times we have either won it or finished third, the only time we lost was in 2018," said... Full story