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3.4 earthquake strikes in DeKalb County
Residents in a DeKalb County, Ill. village got an early wakeup call this morning when a 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck the area. The quake struck about two kilometers northwest of Somonauk, Ill at about 2:53 a.m. There have been no reports of damages, but parts of the western suburbs of Chicago felt the quake. According […]
Earthquake Rattles Far Western Suburbs Early This Morning
In the early hours of Monday morning, at approximately 2:53 a.m., a minor earthquake struck about 2 kilometers northwest of Somonauk, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). While there were no reports of damage, the tremor was felt in parts of the western Chicago suburbs, including Yorkville and Oswego.
Illinois Couple Cannot Explain What Crossed Road in Front of Them
Would you be more likely to believe a strange creature story if it were shared by someone who considers themselves an avid outdoorsman? That's exactly what's just been shared by an Illinois couple who are experienced in the woods, but simply cannot explain what recently crossed a road in front of them.
Illinois quick hits: Earthquake shakes Illinois; researchers look into cicada damage; sinkhole grows in Alton
Parts of northern Illinois shook Monday as a 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck in the early morning hours. The earthquake was centered northwest of the DeKalb County village of Somonauk. According to the United States Geological Survey, the trembler had an estimated depth of about 6 miles. The earthquake could be felt as far as Joliet.
Newark Fire Protection District hosting pig roast
The Newark Fire Protection District is hosting a pig roast on Saturday to raise money for new tools. EMS Coordinator Tina Carlson says the tools will be going on the district's fire trucks. The event is from 4 to 7 p.m. at the fire station located at 101 East Main...
Plano City Council considering new contract with patrol officers and sergeants
The Plano City Council has a contract to consider with Plano Police Department patrol officers and sergeants. The two bargaining units have voted to approve it. Now it's the city council's turn. Mayor Mike Rennels says the contract is much more on-time than previous contracts. The previous contract expired in...
Dauberman Road extension to be completed by November
The extension of Dauberman Road in Big Rock is expected to be completed by the fall, according to Kane County Department of Transportation Senior Project Manager Candi Thomas. Your browser does not support the audio element. The extension and overpass take Dauberman Road south at Route 30, over the train...
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