Kenneally: Overdose deaths drop in McHenry County, host of factors create reduction
Through the extraordinary and collaborative work of law enforcement, treatment providers, the McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition, the …
Oliver: Winter driving tips can help drivers take control
We live in the Midwest, so dealing with inclement winter weather goes with the territory.Last weeken…
Our view: Make 2020 the year you become a blood donor
With 2019 now in the rear-view mirror and our eyes firmly fixed on the year ahead, please allow a moment for the annual reminder that Januar…
Tech Tips: Don’t let your mobile device slow you down
Is your phone or tablet growing slower? Old apps could be dragging it down, or it could be suffering from memory issues. Here are some tips …
Oliver: A.M. routine distraction nearly leads to disaster
Most parents would recognize Illinois Poison Control as a phone number to have on hand in case of an emergency. After all, little ones can g…
Nowlan: ComEd gets itself tangled up in Illinois politics
Political corruption in Illinois is back in the news. (When did it leave?) A reader wrote, “Why so m…
Kerth: A Christmas Eve tale of changing tides
The greatest gift of any holiday may be to remind us how far we have traveled down the road since the last time that holiday rolled around –…
Begalka: History key in keeping any downtown new, vibrant
Huntley is in the unique position of being able to re-image its downtown, and Village Manager Dave Johnson said that historic preservation w…
Nowlan: Most downstate schools below average, and it’s not because of spending
Different from Lake Wobegon, where all the youngsters are above average, most downstate Illinois schools perform below the statewide average…
Oliver: A sincere wish that 2020 treats us all a little better
Last year at this time, I wrote a “Dear Joan” letter to 2018. It was definitely time for a breakup. Talk about a bad relationship.
