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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...
100 Thanksgiving food boxes donated to Lansing school families
Community collaboration and generosity feeds families in need
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (November 22, 2020) – 100 families with students at Lansing public schools will...
Matching gift allows LARC donors to double Giving Tuesday impact
information provided by LARC
LANSING, Ill. (November 21, 2019) - Lansing's LARC has been blessed by three anonymous donors who, along with LARC's Board of...
Driver services facilities closed through December 7
Driver's licenses and ID card expirations will be extended until June 1, 2021, many services available online
Information provided by the Illinois Secretary of State
LANSING,...