A local Department of Natural Resources authority is giving an update on the hunting season so far and they are seeing a recurring theme of disregard for caution they have been harping on for a few years now.

DNR Conservation Police Capt. John Williamson on the WHOW Morning Show Monday told Regional Radio they have seen a couple of fatalities already this hunting season from hunters that didn't give those tree stands a pre-check and ended up falling.

As we approach the popular firearm deer season later next month, Capt. Williamson reminds of the changes to the firearm regulations in Illinois. He notes this is a change similar to several neighboring states.

With the weather starting to cool, Capt. Williamson anticipates an uptick in outdoor activity.

Capt. Williamson implores motorists to be mindful of deer being more active with the harvest in full swing and the hunting seasons going on. He indicates they will be very active for the next few months so watch out for them, especially in rural areas.