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Vets keeping 24 hour watch in Ottawa

Two hundred military vets are participating in a 24 hour Honor Guard Vigil now in Ottawa. Veterans and their families are standing in position in 15 minute shifts at Washington Square Park War Memorial. The annual event started in 2009 through the Ottawa American Legion Post 33. Participants can warm themselves in a tent pitched nearby.

Ottawa, IL · 14h
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Maximum Sentence Handed Down In Fatal DePue Domestic Case

The maximum sentence was imposed on Anthony Rodriguez of Princeton for a domestic incident on Mothers Day, resulting in the death of 3-year-old Damian Camacho. Bureau County States Attorney Dan Anderson asked for and received the maximum sentence of five years in prison for the charges of aggravated unlawful restraint, aggravated assault and domestic battery. Rodriguez pleaded guilty to all charges earlier this year.

Princeton, IL · 2d
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Families Drive Country Roads To This Humble Illinois Barn For Its Old-Fashioned Fried Chicken Dinners

Peacocks stroll the grounds while families sit down to fried chicken inside an old dairy barn. That alone sounds like a pretty good reason to gas up the car. This Illinois spot pairs that country barn setting with a salad bar loaded with homemade bread, plenty of toppings, and a long list of dressings. On Sundays, a brunch buffet shows up with a dessert spread big enough to need its own line.

Ottawa, IL · 15h
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County Board reverses earlier vote on Sharia law

The LaSalle County Board earlier this week voted to rescind an earlier resolution denouncing Sharia law and affirming the supremacy of the U.S. Constitution. The resolution was originally approved after the board heard concerns from residents about the potential purchase of the closed Fox River Resort in Norway. Some marketing materials had advertised the property as an Islamic community, although the developer later said it would be used only as a resort.

Lasalle County, IL · 1d
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Democratic incumbent lose seats in Marshall County

MARSHALL COUNTY, Ill. (WMBD) — In the 3rd District Marshall County Board race, the Democratic incumbent was unseated. Republicans Justin Meierkord and Bruce Dudley won the race with 46.6% and 30.5% of the vote. Meierkord returns to the board for another four-year term, but the other incumbent, Democrat Jeff Schmitt, will not, after receiving 22.8% […]

Marshall County, IL · 2d

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Early Morning Fire Call At SV High-Rise

There was a fire response this morning to the high-rise in Spring Valley. Firefighters from Peru and Ladd were called at around 4 o'clock to assist the Spring Valley Fire Department for the report of smoke on the 3rd floor of the high-rise building on West Erie Street. An ambulance was called to the scene as well.

Spring Valley, IL · 1d

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An Ottawa Elementary School Goes On Lockdown After Person Flees From Police

There were some anxious moments in Ottawa Friday morning. At a little past 8 o'clock, an Ottawa police officer attempted to make a traffic stop in the area of Canal Street and Desoto Street. Upon activating his emergency lights, the driver drove away before fleeing from the vehicle on foot.

Ottawa, IL · 1d

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Exhibit In Granville Explores America's Immigration History

As immigration continues to be a hot topic nationally, you're invited to explore the complex history of immigration in the United States as part of a library exhibit in Putnam County. The library in Granville is hosting “Immigration: An American Story”, a traveling exhibition from the Gilder Lehrman Institute of...

Granville, IL · 1d

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Alderman Becoming Superintendent Of Public Works Creating A Stir In Spring Valley

Spring Valley's mayor took to Facebook to address what she says is inaccurate information being circulated on social media. Mayor Melanie Malooley Thompson posted what was titled as a “Mayor's Report” on Wednesday. She tackles questions about restructuring of Spring Valley's Public Works Department. She says the restructuring has been discussed for well over a year and one of the primary reasons for change is to establish a “clearer distinction between management and employees represented by the collective bargaining unit”.

Spring Valley, IL · 2d

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Nothing Changing At Fairgrounds Despite Annexation Into City Of Princeton

When the Princeton City Council annexed the Bureau County Fairgrounds into the city earlier this year, there was some question as to whether it would change the operations of the fair. At Monday's City Council meeting, council approved grandfathering in any and all activities held by the fair. As long...

Princeton, IL · 1d

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Amazing Feat Of XPO Driver Recognized In La Salle

A grand entrance, for a remarkable driver's safe journey across millions of miles. On Thursday, members of the police escorted James Cosentino onto the grounds of XPO in La Salle. Cosentino has worked for XPO since October of 1985, and has done so without an accident on the job. A...

Lasalle, IL · 2d

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Not All Places In The Valley Seeing A Drop In Gas Prices

Gas prices have come down following the midterm election in some locations. According to Gas Buddy, you can find unleaded for as low as $3.76 a gallon in Oglesby and Peru. Some La Salle stations are down to $3.89 a gallon. However in Princeton, Streator, Mendota, and Ottawa, you're still facing gas prices between $4.49 to $4.69 a gallon.

La Salle County, TX · 1d

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Woodford County Sheriff’s Office warns of unpaid toll scam

The Woodford County Sheriff's Office warned the public on Thursday about a scam involving fraudulent text messages claiming drivers have unpaid tolls.

Woodford County, IL · 1d

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Frosty on First returns to downtown La Salle

Frosty on First, La Salle’s official holiday kick-off party, returns this Friday, Nov. 6 for a second year of exciting winter-themed activities, entertainment and shopping along First Street. The festivities will take place across Friday and Saturday, with an selection of family-friendly fun – including a brand new drone show planned for Saturday evening.

Lasalle, IL · 1d

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LP Officially Opens Eureka Savings Bank Ag Center

La Salle-Peru Township High School officially opened the Eureka Savings Bank Agricultural Center on Thursday. The event included remarks by FFA students who recognized donors to the Ag program. The new building got its name thanks to a half-a-million-dollar donation from Eureka Savings Bank. And it's actually been in use since the start of the school year.

Peru, IL · 1d

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Community foundation awards $15,000 to Freedom House

For the fifth year, Freedom House has been awarded $15,000 by the Community Foundation of Central Illinois (CFCI) to help fund the agency’s youth therapy and counseling program. “CFCI’s continuing support helps us provide counseling, psychotherapy, substance-use recovery support and medication, all at no charge, for young people affected...

Kewanee, IL · 1d

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Red Devils Welcome Rockford for Senior Day

EUREKA, Ill. - Eureka football hosts Rockford for its final home game of the 2026 season on Saturday. Both teams enter the contest 0-8 overall and 0-6 in NACC play. Eureka heavily utilized its rushing game in Saturday's 30-0 loss to Concordia Chicago. The offense had 35 rushing attempts compared to 18 pass attempts in the matchup and rushed for 107 yards collectively.

Eureka, IL · 1d