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Fatal Peotone Crash, Indiana Medical License Revoked, and Local Scam Alerts - Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
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In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West and the news team provide essential updates on local public safety, legislative shifts, and regional health news. The program begins with details on a fatal traffic incident involving a tractor-trailer near Peotone that resulted in significant road closures and an ongoing investigation by the Will County Sheriff’s Police.
The update also covers significant legal actions taken by the Indiana Attorney General’s office regarding a Rensselaer physician, and a federal sentencing involving a Park Forest man. Listeners will also hear a critical "Crimestoppers Tip of the Week" regarding a sophisticated phone scam targeting Kankakee County residents, including specific details on how to identify these fraudulent calls.
Additionally, the episode explores developing legislative stories, including a controversial bill that could repeal protections for diabetic students in Indiana schools and a new proposal regarding the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms. Finally, stay tuned for the latest population trends in Illinois and a full breakdown of the current sports landscape for the Blackhawks, Bulls, and Illini.
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