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Nellie Roberts Curiosity Shop, 625 N. Main St., Princeton, recently opened a new antique mall, joining other area antique and collectable stores in the city. (Derek Barichello)
Nellie Roberts Curiosity Shop, 625 N. Main St., Princeton, recently opened a new antique mall, joining other area antique and collectable stores in the city.
The shop has more than 15 dealers of antiques and collectables from vintage Teddy Bears, books, china, toys, dolls, vintage clothing and small furniture, among other items.
A grand opening will be scheduled for Thursday, May 1, and will run through that weekend.
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A tornado watch was issued for Bureau, Putnam, Marshall, Woodford and Whiteside counties until 11 p.m. Sunday. (Shaw Local News Network)
A tornado watch was issued for Bureau, Putnam, Marshall, Woodford and Whiteside counties until 11 p.m. Sunday.
Additionally, a tornado watch was issued for La Salle, Grundy, Lee, Livingston, Kankakee, Ford and Iroquois counties until 4 a.m. Monday.
A cold front will bring widespread showers and embedded thunderstorms late Sunday evening through Monday morning. While widespread severe weather is not expected, stronger storms will have the potential to generate locally gusty winds especially across western Illinois, according to the National Weather Service.
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A rollover crash was reported on Interstate 80 eastbound near the Utica exit, backing up eastbound traffic. (Felix Sarver)
A 36-year-old woman died following a two-vehicle crash Monday night involving a semi-trailer and a minivan on Interstate 80, the Illinois State Police said in an email.
ISP responded to a crash at 6:45 p.m. on I-80 eastbound at mile marker 86 near Ottawa, police said. All lanes of traffic were closed until 11:28 p.m.
The Kia Sedona minivan driven by a 30-year-old Joliet man struck the rear of the semi-trailer causing the minivan to leave the roadway and overturn, police said.
“Six other minivan occupants were also transported with injuries,” police said. “Including a 30-year-old male occupant and five juvenile passengers, ages range from one to 14 years old.”
Police said no injuries for the semi-trailer driver were immediately reported.
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Burger King in Princeton (BCR photo)
Burger King in Princeton will close its doors for good on Monday, June 29, at 5 p.m.
Joe Smith, general manager of the restaurant, confirmed Thursday morning the restaurant is set to close at that time. He was unable to release a statement on why or how the decision was made.
Smith said employees were notified of the plan to close on Monday. He said the news took him by surprise.
“We’re going to miss everybody who has kept us alive this long,” he said. “We had a lot of regulars we are definitely going to miss once we are closed.”
Burger King opened in Princeton in the early 90s. The restaurant currently employs 11 employees, nine full-time and two part-time.
The restaurant is located at 105 Ace Rd., Princeton.
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Diego Schirmer (from left), Ashley Richardson and Adyn Bublitz participated in the New Breed Jiu-Jitsu Tournament on Sept. 18 in Oak Lawn. (Photo contributed)
On Sept. 18, the Combat-Do Team travelled to Oak Lawn to compete in the New Breed Jiu-Jitsu Tournament.
Five members of the team competed. The team fought tremendously winning nine medals — five first-place gold medals, three silver medals and a bronze medal.
Sophia Vest of Princeton, at 67 pounds, dominated both Gi and No-Gi divisions bringing home the bling. Ashley Richardson of Princeton, at 106 pounds, wrestled her way in an explosive fashion, clobbering her opponents and winning both the Gi and No-Gi divisions. Diego Schirmer of Princeton, fighting in the Intermediate division, easily swept through the competition in the No-Gi division claiming the title and the gold medal. In the Gi division, he fought his way to second place and a silver medal. Adyn Bublitz of Princeton had some tough matches but was able to claim two silver medals in both Gi and No-Gi divisions. George Keutzer of Princeton, in his very first competition, gallantly fought to a third-place finish in the No-Gi division taking home a bronze medal.
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The 29-year-old is believed to be Chicago’s first homicide case of 2025.
CHICAGO (WLS) — A man who was shot to death on January 1st has been identified by the Cook County Medical Examiner.

The deadly shooting happened on Wednesday at about 3:30 a.m. in the 9400 block of S. Harvard Avenue in the Princeton Park neighborhood.
A man, 29, was found with two gunshot wounds at the scene, where he later died.
The shooting is believed to be CPD's first homicide case of 2025.
He was identified as Isaiah Magruder of Chicago's South Shore neighborhood.
No one is in custody. Chicago police are investigating.
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Morris Hospital – Why Annual Physicals Matter — Even If You Feel Fine
When it comes to your health, consistency is key—and that’s exactly why annual checkups with your primary care provider are so important. But what exactly is an “annual physical?”
According to Dr. Jeffrey Tanzi, a family medicine physician at the Morris Hospital Ottawa Campus, the term “annual exam” can mean different things. For some, it’s a routine yearly visit to touch base with their provider. For others, especially those on Medicare, it refers to a more structured “wellness exam.” While insurance companies may define these differently, the bottom line remains that everyone should see their provider at least once a year for a general health checkup, including lab work.
“An annual wellness exam is a good time to screen for key health concerns like diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease,” explained Dr. Tanzi. “Lab tests may include cholesterol, blood sugar, and thyroid function. Cancer screenings may also be included, depending on your age and risk factors.”
In some ways, these yearly visits serve as a valuable “tune-up” for your body. Just like maintaining your car helps prevent breakdowns, regular checkups can help catch issues early, before they become bigger problems. Occasionally, six month follow-up appointments with a primary care provider may be scheduled to monitor a patient’s chronic conditions and track their progress.
“Preventive care is one of the best investments you can make in your long-term well-being,” said Dr. Tanzi. “Annual physicals offer a chance to ask questions, update your health goals, and ensure you’re on the right path. Even if you feel perfectly healthy, your annual visit can make a big difference in staying that way.”
For more information, or to make an appointment for an annual physical with a primary care provider, please contact:
Morris Hospital Ottawa Campus
1306 Gemini Circle, Suite 1
Ottawa, IL
Ph: (815) 433-9200
morrishospital.org/ottawa
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Princeton High School (Shaw Local News Network)
Over $150,000 in scholarships were presented at the Princeton High School Awards Night on May 16. The following awards and recognitions were presented during the awards night:
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Princeton High School presented the Board of Education Academic Excellence Awards to students on May 17. The following awards were presented to students.
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Freedom House celebrated Founder’s Day on Friday, May 9, marking the life and enduring legacy of Nedda Simon, who died last year on the agency’s 42nd anniversary.
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