Alcohol use at parks debated at Ottawa council meeting
Alcohol use in city parks draws varying opinions from the Ottawa City Council.
Streator man gets 4 years for killing cyclist
A Streator motorist pleaded guilty Thursday to failing to report a 2022 accident in which he struck and killed a La Salle cyclist.
La Salle cops: Man tried to pry open ATM
A La Salle man was ordered held on $100,000 bond Thursday for allegedly trying to pry open an ATM machine with a crowbar and hammer.
Marseilles Community Center thriving after 1 year
The Marseilles Community Center celebrated the first anniversary of its opening on Monday.
IVCC trustees gift a bench to retiring president Jerry Corcoran
Illinois Valley Community College President Jerry Corcoran was honored with a bench dedication on Wednesday in front of the Ottawa Center.
Top 10 most ridiculous careers you didn’t know existed
There are some interesting professions in this world, and some you may not have even realized exists. Would you want to take on any of these careers? Professional snuggler Professional sleeper Pet food taster Professional line stander
Ottawa to be featured as ‘destination’ on WGN travel program
Ottawa will be featured 9 p.m. Thursday on the WGN news program “Destination Illinois” with Julian Crews.
Teacher released from duties after 20 years of absences
A teacher in Italy was let go after 20 years of absence over her 24 year career. She was dismissed from duties in 2017 after returning to work for four months and received complaints that she spent
2023 Times Boys Track and Field Athlete of the Year: Streator’s Kody Danko
Congratulations to The 2023 Times Boys Track and Field Athlete of the Year, Streator state medalist Kody Danko.
5 things to do in the Illinois Valley: Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, festivals
There are a number of Independence Day fireworks displays set across the Illinois Valley, including some festivals.