Researching the Paranormal since 2002
Paranormal investigations are rough to begin with. First, you must make sure you have your equipment and make sure it is working. Next, you must assign roles to each team member and remember who did what. Finally, you write stuff in a notebook but don't remember where the readings came from or what voices you … Continue reading Paranormal Investigation Case Book
Mobsters. They are everywhere. We know that Chicago seems to be the capital for them here in Illinois. One mobster from Ottawa, John Looney, ran Rock Island. He controlled illegal gambling, prostitution, bootleg liquor, a protection racket, stolen autos, and extortion in a swathe along the river extending from Missouri to Wisconsin from the early … Continue reading I-80 Ottawa Roadhouse
"The Hotel Kaskaskia is an iconic Colonial Revival style brick building prominently situated in downtown LaSalle, Illinois. Designed by Chicago architects Marshall & Fox, whose portfolio includes Chicago icons such as the Drake Hotel and the Blackstone Hotel. "-- Studio GWA. "The Kaskaskia Hotel Group, a group of seven illustrious members of the Illinois Valley … Continue reading KASKASKIA HOTEL IN LASALLE, ILLINOIS
Below is an excerpt from a co-worker at Coffee House Writers. Head on over to read the full article. " One man tells of his dog waking him up at 4 AM. This guy lives in rural Illinois and hears strange noises and activities all the time. When his dog acts up, he thinks his … Continue reading ILLINOIS WEREWOLF by VERONA JONES
Original Post At Coffee House Writers 'Tis Halloween and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, except a hoot from an owl. Peering into the window the owl did see, a ghostwriter sitting at a wooden desk in a candlelit room conveying with the deceased. The writer clicked on the recorder and whispered, “Please … Continue reading 10 Real Life Ghostwriters
Seen at Coffee House Writers One thing I miss is paranormal investigations. When I moved from Taylorville to Princeton, Illinois in 2014, I lost my research equipment. I would like to get new equipment and start again, that is if my body and mind will allow it. You need to realize what is out there. … Continue reading YOUR THOUGHTS: THREE PARANORMAL EVENTS
From “Bloody Mary” to “chain emails” to “Facebook is free if you share this post,” urban legends have haunted us. But, what are urban legends (urban folklore)? According to Alex Schnee, of the Salem Press Encyclopedia, urban legends are tall tales with macabre elements. Often created, and updated, to fit the time. Jan Harold Brunvand of … Continue reading FIVE URBAN LEGENDS IN ILLINOIS
Source: Christian Co., IL. Genealogical & Historical Societies "HELL’S HALF ACRE: THE HISTORY OF THE LEGENDARY GHOST TOWN OF CHRISTIAN COUNTY. (1855 TO 1880) Much speculation has went around present day Christian County about the location, history of and the demise of the village of Half Acre, better known as Hell’s Half Acre. To the … Continue reading HELL’S HALF ACRE: THE HISTORY OF THE LEGENDARY GHOST TOWN OF CHRISTIAN COUNTY. (1855 TO 1880)
Occurred: 11/3/2015 20:30 (Entered as: 11/03/15 20:30) Reported: 11/3/2015 7:04:46 PM 19:04 Posted: 11/6/2015 Location: Peru, IL LaSalle County Shape: Fireball Duration:3-4 seconds Illinois Valley green fireball. Standing in backyard with my dog and saw what appeared to be a green fireball with a red tail jet through the sky!!! Traveled east to west...it was … Continue reading UFO Sighting, Peru Illinois
Are there spirits lingering at the old Lithuanian Liberty Cemetery? The cemetery has built a reputation for being haunted. Published: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014 3:41 p.m. CST • Updated: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014 3:44 p.m. CST By Goldie Currie - gcurrie@bcrnews.com SPRING VALLEY — Located among the twists and turns just outside of Spring Valley, … Continue reading Are there spirits lingering at the old Lithuanian Liberty Cemetery?
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