Pistol Shrimp start strong, cruise past Normal CornBelters
The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp scored four runs in the first inning en route to an 11-1 win over the Normal CornBelters on Tuesday in Peru.
Photos: Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp First Responder Appreciation Night
The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp played the Normal Cornbelters while honoring the local first responders during baseball game at Schweickert Stadium on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 in Peru.
Streator mayor, police chief say surveillance is key in deterring violence
Streator’s mayor and police chief said video surveillance is key to deterring crime in the city and they are in favor of upgrades to the city’s surveillance system.
Boys basketball: Joliet Central, Bolingbrook impressive in first day at Morris Shootout
The Raiders blew out their three opponents, while the Steelmen and Plainfield North each won their first two games
Mendota’s Prusator Retires After 19 Years as Superintendent
MENDOTA – Superintendent Jeff Prusator said goodbye Tuesday night after serving Mendota High School for 27 years. His career spanned three districts, including 19 years as Superintendent. After the school board meeting, a retirement reception was held
Grand jury indicts 2 in fatal Ottawa shooting
Two suspects in the June 5 fatal shooting of an Ottawa man were indicted Tuesday for murder.
Chester Weger case: No new special prosecutor
Chester Weger won’t get a new special prosecutor, a judge ruled Tuesday.
Starved Rock Country Community Foundation launches Mailbox Challenge fundraiser
Starved Rock Country Community Foundation has launched a Mailbox Challenge fundraiser that will culminate in early November with one donor winning as much as $10,000.
County road north of Dana to close Wednesday for 1-day repairs
County Highway 44 (East 11th Road) in Osage Township will be closed for railroad crossing repairs Wednesday, June 21. The work is expected to be completed in one day, weather permitting.
Columbus Street in Ottawa to be reduced to 2 lanes
North and southbound traffic on Columbus Street (Route 23) in Ottawa from Prairie Street south to the railroad tracks/Fremont Street will be reduced to two lanes of traffic for repairs to a broken sewer line beginning at