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Joliet mosquitos test positive for West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes in Joliet have tested positive for West Nile virus, the Will County Health Department announced Monday. The mosquitoes were the first in Will County to test positive this year. No human cases of West Nile virus have been reported, the health department said. West Nile virus typically causes “mild,...
First West Nile positive mosquitoes in Will County this year detected
Will County health officials say they have detected the first mosquitoes to test positive for West Nile virus (WNV) in the The post First West Nile positive mosquitoes in Will County this year detected appeared first on NCTV17.
Indiana man charged with threatening Will County prosecutor
An Indiana man has been charged with threatening a Will County prosecutor who’s running to become a circuit court judge. Special Prosecutor William Elward charged Jowan Davis, 38, of Hammond, Indiana, with making a threat on June 10 against Will County Assistant State’s Attorney Katie Rabenda that would place her in “reasonable apprehension of immediate or future bodily harm,” according to court records.
Illinois lawmaker seeks to criminalize flying American flag upside down
(The Center Square) – A veteran Illinois lawmaker is in opposition to recently introduced legislation that would make it a crime for government officials to knowingly fly an upside down flag on government property. State Rep. Harry Benton has introduced legislation that would prohibit politically motivated efforts that disrespect the flag. “The flag of the United States is an enduring symbol of our national spirit and pride, and of the...
Rising Home Repair Scams Put Will County Residents on Edge
Crete, IL – As summer begins, the Crete Police Department is alerting residents to an increase in home repair scams. These fraudulent activities typically target homeowners during the warmer months, particularly for asphalt and cement repairs. According to the Crete Police Department, residents should be wary of unsolicited solicitors...
Will County turns down solar farm plan for Channahon
The Will County Board on Thursday rejected a solar farm planned for Channahon Township, breaking a pattern of county approvals for such developments. Solar farms have been growing rapidly in rural Will County despite resistance at times from residents who live near them. Illinois law, drawn to encourage alternative energy...
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