WCSJ-FM (Morris, IL)

WCSJ-FM is a radio station situated in Morris, Illinois. Since 2010, it has been owned and managed by Nelson Multimedia Inc. The station's studios can be found on Washington Street in the heart of downtown Morris, while its FM transmitter is positioned between Morris and Coal City. WCSJ's sister station is WJDK-FM, broadcasting at 95.7, which shares the same studio location and has its transmitter placed between Kinsman and Seneca, Illinois.

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#526119

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Free Curbside Disposal on Garbage Day, May 19 to May 23

5 days ago | wcsjnews.com | Tina Morrison

City of Morris is offering an upcoming annual Spring Clean-Up Week from May 19 to May 23, offering residents free curbside disposal of unwanted items on their regular garbage day. The service, provided by the Morris Public Works Department excludes mattresses, hazardous waste, tires, and large appliances. Electronics will not be collected but may be dropped off at city e-recycling events on July 18 and October 17.
Coal City School Board Honors Outgoing Members, Welcomes Three New Members

6 days ago | wcsjnews.com | Justin Ritz

The Coal City School Board had their reorganizational meeting on Wednesday night. Superintendent Chris Spencer said three outgoing board members were honored. Your browser does not support the audio element. He also said they once again recognized the late Mary Gill during the meeting. Your browser does not support the audio element. Spencer also said three new board members were sworn-in. Your browser does not support the audio element.
First American Elected Pope, Local Catholic Priest Shares Reaction

6 days ago | wcsjnews.com | Justin Ritz

A new pope was elected by cardinals in Vatican City on Thursday. Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, is originally from Chicago, becoming the first American ever elected to lead the Catholic Church. Father Jason Stone of Immaculate Conception Church in Morris shared his thoughts about the news. Your browser does not support the audio element.
It's Arson Awareness Week

6 days ago | wcsjnews.com | Tina Morrison

The Illinois State Fire Marshal is marking Arson Awareness Week, May 4–10, by urging the public to stay alert and report suspicious activity. This year’s campaign, “Preventing Arson in the Wildfire Environment – A Community Approach,” emphasizes community involvement in fire prevention. In 2024, OSFM investigated 1,210 fires and made 59 arson-related arrests. So far in 2025, 374 fires have been investigated with 12 arrests made. Arson continues to be a costly and deadly crime.
Local Catholics ‘in a daze’ as Chicago native is elected pope

1 week ago | wcsjnews.com | Ethan Kruger

A new pope was elected by cardinals in Vatican City on Thursday. Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, is originally from Chicago, becoming the first American ever elected to lead the Catholic Church. Father Matt Lamoureux. St. Patrick's Parish photo. Father Matt Lamoureux of St. Mary’s in Plano and St. Patrick’s in Yorkville says conventional wisdom suggested an American would not be elected pope anytime soon due to the U.S. being a global superpower.
Medal of Valor and Chief’s Cross highlight courage and community in local fire service

1 week ago | wcsjnews.com | Ethan Kruger

Oswego Fire Protection District firefighters Jesse Melow and Chris Bockrath were the recipients of the district's Medal of Valor during an award ceremony Monday night at Station One. Division Chief Kelly Cave says the two helped save a patient in dire straits after a serious crash in February. "Their performance directly contributed to the survival of a patient, who by all clinical expectations should not have survived," Cave said.
Construction begins on Yorkville Costco site

1 week ago | wcsjnews.com | Ethan Kruger

Work is underway at the site of the future Costco store in Yorkville, located near Route 34, East Countryside Parkway, and McHugh Road. Construction equipment is now on-site, with the company aiming for a November opening. Costco officially purchased the property last month, following several months of negotiations with Yorkville City Hall. Discussions included approval of a site plan, a special use permit, and a sales tax incentive agreement.
Legislation to Reduce Deer Population Heads to House

1 week ago | wcsjnews.com | Justin Ritz

An area State Senator is co-sponsoring legislation to help reduce the deer population. 53rd District State Senator Chris Balkema explains. "Senate Bill 710 is one that I have co-sponsored and I agree with. Now when I first got in the office, I wrote a quote unquote "deer bill" meaning a bill that would allow for…you know hunters, and other opportunities to reduce the the massive overpopulation of deer that we have deer that we have in in Illinois right now.
Morris Mayor Presents 2024 Highlights to Council

1 week ago | wcsjnews.com | Tina Morrison

At the City Council meeting on Monday Morris Mayor Chris Brown presented attendees with the Year in Review. He summarized the success of new businesses, progress on several key infrastructure projects, utilization of grant funding, and more. "Looking back on the past year we have so much to be proud of.
Coal City Trustees Approve Final Payment For Second Avenue Construction Project

1 week ago | wcsjnews.com | Justin Ritz

The final payment on a $1.5 million major reconstruction project in Coal City was approved by the Village Board in late April. Village Administrator Matt Fritz said the Second Avenue Reconstruction Project consisted of storm and water main improvements as well as repaving the street. Your browser does not support the audio element.