The Marseilles City Council discussed a potential change in the city’s form of government during Wednesday's regular meeting, with Streets Commissioner Mike Scheib requesting a discussion to move away from the current commission style system.

The Ottawa City Council approved on Tuesday a new 1% sales tax and service tax for the city.

The Ottawa City Council held a public hearing Tuesday night to discuss the annexation of 12 properties in the Fields Hill subdivision.

Ottawa was awarded a $650,000 Community Development Block Grant to rehabilitate 10 local homes.

A conflict is brewing between the city of Oglesby and Illinois Valley Community College.

Outdoor dining will return to Utica on Mother’s Day weekend.

Mark your calendars: The grand opening of the Market on Mill, Utica’s outdoor retail plaza, will be Saturday, May 3.

Ever thought of becoming an election judge? If so, think about applying. La Salle County needs more help at the polls.

Lifelong Marseilles resident Nathan Schaefer announced on Wednesday he is stepping down as Emergency Services and Disaster Agency Board Director effective immediately.