The Voluntary Action Center of Northern Illinois will host an open house from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13, at the new facility located at 1702 Fourth St. in Peru.

The La Moille Lions Club will host its chicken dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, at 308 Howard St.

A Sheffield man pleaded guilty Thursday, and accepted a four-year sentence, for threatening to conduct a shooting at the Ottawa office of the Department of Children and Family Services.

These marriage licenses were recently recorded at the Bureau County Courthouse.

Speaking to reporters Wednesday, Gov. JB Pritzker would not rule out the possibility of drawing new maps for Illinois if Texas Republicans follow through with their plans

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams feels good about where the team is two weeks into practice. Here's why.

The last suspect in a Sept. 29 stabbing in La Salle pleaded guilty to a felony Thursday and was placed on probation.

Children in Streator have a new place to play, as city officials and the Streator Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning at Merriner Park to celebrate the installation of a new playground.

The Streator Public Library is offering a full schedule of free events and activities for all ages the week of Aug. 18, including scavenger hunts, crafts, book discussions, and games.

The Illinois Attorney General’s Office says a new operation from a multi-state task force is the latest step to crack down on “intrusive and illegal” robocalls nationwide.

Overdrive Monster Truck Show will be at the La Salle Speedway & Event Center on Saturday, Aug. 9.

The Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra has announced its 76th season, titled “Flight,” a five-concert series highlighting a different conductor at each performance.

The Treehouses of Starved Rock are steps away from Starved Rock State Park’s system of picturesque hiking trails, canyons, waterfalls and bluffs.

These restaurants in northern Illinois, from vibrant downtowns to peaceful riverfronts, provide gorgeous views without the hustle and bustle of Chicago traffic.

Get ready for a hot weekend across northern Illinois as triple-digit heat levels are expected by Friday

U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood told a crowd at a Joliet town hall that she’s received no response from top federal officials regarding a report of a “reckless” immigration enforcement incident in the city. 

Seneca's Jeremy Gagnon has committed to continue his education at McKendree University and his wrestling career at the NCAA Division II level with the Bearcats.

The Fort du Rocher Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution welcomed two new members during its Aug. 2 meeting at First United Methodist Church.

Closing arguments are set Friday in the Marseilles strangulation death. Attorneys rested Tuesday after suspect Logan Petre labeled his father as the instigator.

Next July 4 marks a big birthday for the United States: the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence from England in 1776. Communities across northern Illinois have been turning their attention to how to mark the occasion

Ben Johnson continues to push all the right buttons, trying to turn around a Bears team that has been misguided for years, Marc Silverman writes. He shouldn't sideline players in the first preseason game, either.

Blake Miller said he was driving friend Anthony Brito through Ottawa when, in autumn 2023, Brito told him to follow a sedan down Route 23. When they pulled alongside the sedan, Brito pulled a handgun and fired.

Serena graduate and Times All-Area Softball first-teamer Maddie Glade has committed to continue her education at Illinois Valley Community College and her softball career with the Eagles.

The utility company has ended applications for an assistance program meant to help customers with rising electricity costs after more than 70,000 applications were received within the first two weeks.

A 29-year-old La Salle man was charged Wednesday morning following a drug investigation that led to the seizure of more than 140 grams of suspected cocaine, according to a Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotics Team news release.

In addition to the state-required vaccines, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also has a recommended timetable for other vaccinations that can prevent serious illness in children and adults

The Chicago Bears will enter a critical new stage of training camp Friday when they host the Miami Dolphins for a joint practice. Here's what the Bears can learn from their upcoming joint practices against the Dolphins and Buffalo Bills.

Oglesby American Legion will hold its monthly taco night from 4:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13. 

Larry Burns told a jury the gun aimed at him misfired or jammed. After he sped away from the Ottawa scene, he found bullet holes in his car.

The Cities of Princeton and Spring Valley held National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025. National Night Out is an annual community policing campaign held on the first Tuesday of August to create police-community partnerships and build safer neighborhoods

In the summer training camp following a historic playoff run last season, Dwight’s has taken a “business as usual” approach this offseason.

The City of Oglesby held its National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, at the Oglesby Pool. Oglebsy Police, Fire and EMS, along with Utica Fire, Illinois State Police and OSF Lifeflight helicopter also attended. The event featured food, a foam machine, a bounce house, games and more. National Night Out is an annual community policing campaign held on the first Tuesday of August to create police-community partnerships and build safer neighborhoods.

Illinois Valley Public Action to Deliver Shelter has resumed 24-hour, seven days a week services at both its Ottawa and Peru locations, the organization recently announced.

Tempers flared during Tuesday's Chicago Bears training camp practice in what some players called the most-physical practice they had ever taken part in during their careers.

A west side auto shop in Spring Valley will receive city assistance for building improvements, following a unanimous vote on Tuesday by Spring Valley City Council.

Peru Fire, EMS and Police responded to a fire at Allure of Peru on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 in Peru. Once on the scene, firefighters noticed smoke coming from a electrical panel in the kitchen. The fire happened just after 9 a.m. Several residents were evacuated. No injuries were reported. Minor damage was reported and residents were allowed to return inside.

The meal is free and the public is invited to attend. The meal will have dine-in or carryout options.

Admission is free, and the public is welcome. All proceeds will go toward supporting therapy and developmental services for children served by the Starved Rock Regional Center.

Day Jones sat down with Monica Sudakov. She is portraying Velma Kelly in Engle Lane Theatre's upcoming production of "Chicago." The show runs August 10-16 and tickets are on sale now

First-year Mendota coach Jim Eustice said Trojans had a 'very productive' summer. Mendota and teams around the state open official practices Aug. 11.

When Princeton coach Ryan Pearson takes a timeout from football, he is likely attending card shows with his oldest sons, Rhett and Reese. It’s a tradition he started as a child with his dad, Tom.

Dustin Pearson lived life in the fast lane. He never slowed down in life or boat racing. In his Facebook profile, Pearson said, “Once a driver seriously considers safety an issue, you know his fastest days are over.” Sadly, Pearson lost his life racing at Lake DePue.

Two former Illinois Valley Community College campers returned this year in a new role — as camp assistants, IVCC said in a news release.

The La Salle County Genealogy Guild will hold its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Guild headquarters, featuring a program by historian Dr. Wayne Duerkes.

Monday, the La Salle City Council voted unanimously to award the low bid of $340,267.80 by Gensini Excavating, Inc. for the Safe Routes to School project.

The pantry, currently located inside a building it has been renting at 122 Wright St., La Salle, has purchased the former Hoover’s Manufacturing Company building at 4133 Progress Blvd. in Peru and will be moving there later this year. The pantry finalized the sale on June 20.

About 40 people attended the program on Gerald Savage, a tribal elder with the Ho-Chunk Nation, on Monday, Aug. 4, at the Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library in Spring Valley. Chief Savage spoke the history of the Ho-Chunk Tribe, Native American instruments, stories and more. Chief Savage warned kids in the audience not to dress up as Indians for Halloween. That is considered regalia not costumes. Chief Savage is an Illinois Humanities Road Scholar who speaks across the State and Wisconsin.

Joey Puetz has signed on to continue her education at Benedictine University and her soccer career at the NCAA Division III level with the Eagles.

Princeton’s Avah Oertel (Heartland Havoc 16U Premier Maraden) and LaSalle-Peru’s Taylor Vescogni (Beverly Bandits 16U Otto) wrapped up their summer travel softball season at the national level.

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