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Suspect vehicle in Wisconsin murder found in Illinois, driver dead – wqad.com

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PRINCETON, Illinois — A death investigation is underway after a vehicle wanted in connection with a Wisconsin homicide was found near Princeton, Illinois, state police said. The driver and only occupant was found dead inside.
Around 9:50 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10, troopers with the Illinois State Police and other law enforcement officers found a suspect vehicle wanted in connection with a homicide in Rock County, Wisconsin.
Police said they attempted to conduct a traffic stop when a pursuit started. It ended at the Great Sauk Trail Rest Area on I-80 westbound, just north of Wyanet.
When officers approached the vehicle, ISP said they found the driver had died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
ISP said it is conducting an investigation and will remain in contact with the Bureau County State’s Attorney on the incident. No additional information is available.
Listen: Illinois Valley’s 5 most-read stories this week, Jan. 11-17 – Shaw Local

Catch up on the week’s top Illinois Valley news in minutes for Jan. 11-17. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you
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Illinois Valley PADS hosts Coldest Night of the Year walk Feb. 28 – Shaw Local

The Rotary Club of Ottawa Sunrise has recognized two high school seniors as January Students of the Month.
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Spring Valley awarded $245K state grant to expand park, plan sports complex – Shaw Local

Spring Valley has been awarded over $245K through a grant funding through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Gov. JB Pritzker announced.
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Beloit homicide suspect takes own life at Illinois rest area, police confirm – MyStateline
Photos: Shoppers flock to Aldi's grand opening in Princeton – Shaw Local

Princeton mayor Ray Mabry (right) applauds during the ribbon-cutting of Aldi on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 at the corner of Backbone Road and North Main Street in Princeton. The 12,000 square feet store began construction in May of this year. The first 100 people in line were given a chance to win a golden ticket to win a $100 gift card. Hundreds of people waited in line for free gift bags. The store hours are 9a.m.-8p.m. daily. (Scott Anderson)
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University of Illinois Extension hosts sustainable agriculture workshop series – Shaw Local

University of Illinois Extension will host a winter workshop series on sustainable agriculture practices for farmers and landowners.
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Karen Dye named interim principal of Northlawn Junior High in Streator – Shaw Local

The OSF Center for Health in Streator is hosting a Diabetes Support Group from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan 21 in their Community Education Center.
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Utmost respect’: Peru police sergeant DeGroot moves on from the force – Shaw Local

The Peru Municipal Building and city departments will be closed on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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