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High School District 215 Board approves remote learning in third quarter

Opportunities for teachers and students to gradually return to school throughout semester By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (December 16, 2020) – Thornton Fractional High School District...

Thornton Township offers free family holiday photos Dec. 18

By Ernst Lamothe Jr. Thornton Township is inviting the community to enjoy a unique holiday photo experience from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. this Friday,...

First COVID-19 vaccine shipment administered in Indiana

Information provided by the Indiana Department of Health INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (December 14, 2020) – The Indiana Department of Health announced Monday, December 14 that the...

Ridge Animal Clinic hosts pets for COVID-friendly photos with Santa

COVID accommodations include reserved times and no owners inside By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (December 14, 2020) – Santa's annual visit to Ridge Animal Clinic wasn't...

Illinois launches Native American employment council

Developed to increase representation of Native Americans across State agencies Information provided by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services CHICAGO, Ill. (December 10, 2020) –...

Officer Adam Zieminski honored with funeral procession

Mourners and neighboring municipalities honor former Calumet City officer By Josh Bootsma and Melanie Jongsma LANSING, Ill. (December 13, 2020) – Burnham Avenue was travelled by...

Online shoppers urged to prioritize cyber security

Information provided by the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology SPRINGFIELD, Ill (December 9, 2020) – With COVID-19 restrictions around the nation, shopping virtually has...

Pritzker Administration announces commission to reduce poverty, inequality in IL

Commission aims to reduce and eliminate poverty in Illinois by 2036 Information provided by the Illinois Department of Human Services CHICAGO, Ill. (December 7, 2020) –...

Ridge Animal Clinic to host pet photos with Santa

COVID-friendly event to occur Dec. 12 from 1:30–4:00 by appointment By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (December 8, 2020) – Ridge Animal Clinic is not letting COVID...

Applications re-open for COVID-19 Resident Cash Assistance

Applications open until December 11 at 11:59 p.m. Information provided by the Cook County Board President's Office CHICAGO, Ill. (December 8, 2020) – Cook County Board...

Photos: Village lights Christmas tree, welcomes Santa

Dozens gather at Fox Pointe for COVID-adjusted tradition by Melanie Jongsma LANSING, Ill. (December 6, 2020) - The gates of Fox Pointe were opened at 5:00pm...

IL Driver Services facility closures extended through Jan. 5

Driver’s licenses and ID card expirations are extended until June 1, 2021 Information provided by the Illinois Secretary of State SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (December 4, 2020) –...

Lansing residents share COVID-19 experiences

Four residents reflect on symptoms, testing, quarantine, support By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (December 5, 2020) – There's not a person in Lansing who hasn't heard...

Meet Beth Bozzo: Lansing Library’s new Head of Youth and Teen Services

A familiar face at the Lansing Library, Beth Bozzo is excited to take on the new role By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (December 1, 2020) –...

What we’re thankful for — Lansing Journal writers share thanksgivings

LANSING, Ill. (November 25, 2020) – Amid a challenging year, Lansing Journal writers are using Thanksgiving as an opportunity to reflect on the year...