DETROIT (AP) — The Associated Press has learned Toyota is sending new gas pedal systems to factories, not dealerships.
Ta’Shawn Micheal Johnson-Carter, 4, of Kankakee, died Friday (Jan. 22, 2010) at Provena St. Mary’s Hospital.
Jane G. Finley, 87, of Morris, formerly of Momence, died Thursday (Jan. 28, 2010) at Walnut Grove Nursing Home in Morris.
Orville F. Sorenson, 80, of Bonfield, died Wednesday (Jan. 27, 2010) at Riverside Medical Center.
Marjorie “Marge” Brault, 77, of Kankakee, died Wednesday (Jan. 27, 2010) at Miller Center.
• The Joliet Diocese released plans for the future of Catholic schools in the Kankakee County area. Warning: Some schools may be closing.
• Read Sean Loftus’ opinion of the worst and best films of 2009 in the Life section today. Do you agree or disagree?
• Illinois high school bass teams will be featured next weekend on the nationally syndicated “Babe Winkelman’s Good Fishing” television show. Find out more in the Outdoors section today.
• Learn about a former Kankakee resident who helped the Army adopt more environmentally-friendly standards for building.
• On the Editorial page, read about why every family should collect stories before it is too late.
• In sports: Although offense can be unpredictable, if a basketball team can unify and play excellent defense, offensive problems can typically be overcome. The efforts of the Herscher High School boys’ basketball team is proof of that theory.
NEW YORK (AP) — NBA commissioner David Stern suspends Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton for the season.
Ruth M. Rose, 91, of Bradley, passed away Sunday (Jan. 24, 2010).
Mattie Helen “Coot” Harvey, 82, of Kankakee, died Thursday (Jan. 21, 2010) at her home.
