Most businesses are awaiting consequences, but not all are forecasting doom and gloom

Immigration attorney Sara Dady said the Illinois Trust Act helps build trust with local police to ensure public safety, particularly for people who fear deportation if they report incidents

The following cases were considered by the Bureau County Grand Jury on Feb. 18, 2025.

St. Bede Abbey and Academy named Michel Massamba as the new director of mission advancement and major gifts.

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Immigration attorney Sara Dady gave a presentation on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, at Mendota High School auditorium. Dady talked about understanding and knowing their rights as immigrants.

Bill Walsh Automotive’s Coronet Dodge Chrysler Jeep dealership in Peru will close on Feb. 28.

Immigration attorney Sara Dady will be speaking 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, at Mendota High School Auditorium, 2300 W. Main St.

Gov. JB Pritzker has proposed growing spending by about $2 billion without new income or service taxes in the upcoming fiscal year. Here is what Illinois Valley state lawmakers had to say about it.

Music festivals, a model train fair and farm toy show, a Taylor Swift tribute and bridal expo are among the highlights of activities in the Illinois Valley this weekend.