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Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle donates $500 to Better Fishing Association
City officials agreed to donate $500 to the Betters Fishing Association for its kids’ programs.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPossible changes coming to emergency response in La Salle County
Changes to emergency dispatch in La Salle County may be coming.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMan dies in grain bin accident in Marseilles
A 66-year-old Sheridan man died in a grain bin accident near Marseilles on Tuesday evening, according to La Salle County Coroner Richard Ploch.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalBureau County Sports Hall of Fame 2026: Coaches/Officials
This is the first installment of the 2026 Bureau County Sports Hall of Fame Class, featuring individual coaches and officials. The next segments will feature…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalRepublicans call for more transparency, accountability after ‘disgraceful week’ for House Democrats
From Capitol News Illinois: After one House Democrat was indicted this week and another resigned amid an ethics investigation last week, House Republicans are…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMultiple Ottawa railroad crossings closed until the weekend
Three railroad crossings in Ottawa will be closed beginning Thursday, July 9, while CSX completes resurfacing work.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalUnderwood visits Mendota for Community Health Partnership project update
Wednesday, July 8 represented the culmination of a process that Underwood began early in 2025 and with the proper coordination between the United States…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalHere’s the stories behind the some of the sports license plates you see
"9 IHSA SF," "HOLN 1," 7 DENVR," "CARDS 22," "GPACK 76." These are some of the sports plates you may see out on the streets. Here's the story behind them.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalNo charges for Princeton cop in DePue shooting that killed child
The police officer involved in the Mother’s Day shooting in rural DePue – a 3-year-old was struck and killed by gunfire – will not face criminal charges…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFree lunch Saturday at Streator’s Park Place
A free lunch is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 11, at Park Place, 406 E. Hickory St., Streator.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Valley Chamber simplifies membership with new five-tier structure
The Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development recently launched its new membership structure on Wednesday, July 1.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOttawa gas prices investigation reveals possible price gouging
“It’s very interesting how after we passed a resolution looking into gas prices, that gas prices in Ottawa went down,” Commissioner Tom Ganiere said during…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Valley Senior League wins D20, advances to Central Region: NewsTribune sports briefs
The Illinois Valley Senior League and Junior League baseball teams and the Utica Major League softball team won District 20 titles.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalBerry Memorial returns to Pine Hills, Eastwood this weekend
The courses are in good shape, the field is at over 100 again, and the 46th annual Richard J. Berry Memorial golf tournament is set to take place this weekend.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMendota Elks announce essay contest winners
Each year, the Elks host an Americanism essay contest where students can write an essay answering a selected topic.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalE-bike regulation coming to Illinois Valley
Changes in how electric bicycles and other vehicles are regulated will soon come to the Illinois Valley.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle County United Way accepting Labor of Love program applications
United Way of Eastern La Salle County will celebrate Labor of Love’s 35th anniversary Saturday, Oct. 3.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalAll good things must end and this has been good
Longtime BCR Sports Editor Kevin Hieronymus has shared the stories of state champions, winning shots and sadness of loved ones lost with his game coverage and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local2025-26 NewsTribune Male Athlete of the Year: Princeton’s Casey Etheridge
After a standout senior year in football, wrestling and track and field, Princeton's Casey Etheridge is the 2025-26 NewsTribune Male Athlete of the Year.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFree CPR class planned in Mendota
Illinois Valley residents will have the opportunity to learn basic lifesaving skills during a free CPR class later this month.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPsych exam pending in rural DePue police shooting
The suspect in the Mother’s Day police shooting in rural DePue – a 3-year-old was struck and killed by gunfire – will undergo a psychological exam. Anthony…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalTwo kids rescued from Bureau Creek in Princeton on Tuesday
Two children were rescued from Bureau Creek on Tuesday after strong currents carried them downstream while they were swimming, according to the Bureau County…
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local2026 Times All-Area Girls Soccer Team
We are proud to present the 2026 Times All-Area Girls Soccer Team, filled with standouts from Ottawa, Streator, Serena, Earlville, Somonauk, Leland and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalThe 2026 Times Girls Soccer Player of the Year: Ottawa’s Georgia Kirkpatrick
Ottawa's Georgia Kirkpatrick scored 32 goals and recorded a team-best 23 assists. Her efforts helped Ottawa finish the season at 17-5, a program record for…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMarshall-Putnam County 4-H Show begins July 20 in Henry
The Marshall-Putnam County 4-H will hold a 4-H Show for community members to view the 4-Hers’ exhibited projects from Monday, July 20, through Thursday, July…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalStreator Lions Club announce sight and hearing mobile unit event
The Streator Lions Club recently held its bi-monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 1, at the Oakley Club.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFourth Degree Knights seek capes for ‘Angel Gowns’
The 4th Degree Knights of Starved Rock Assembly 191 are canvassing the Illinois Valley area and asking families to donate retired 4th Degree capes. All colors…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalWyaton Hills Ladies Day Golf, July 7
The Play of the Day for the Wyaton Hills Ladies Day Golf for Tuesday was “Most Putts.” Winners were Dot Hammit, Nita Wyatt and Janice Campbell.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Valley food pantries report more clients, reduced benefits
Summer hunger is worsening in the Illinois Valley. Some food pantries report rising numbers, others say clients have fled the area in search of better jobs.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOglesby church to hold vacation Bible school July 27-31
Oglesby Union Church invites local children to ride the rapids at Raging Rivers Vacation Bible School from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 27 through Friday July…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalJeniah Francis remembered as gifted, determined
Mendota track and field standout Jeniah Francis is being remembered as gifted and determined. She was killed in a car accident Friday.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMarshall-Putnam County Fair Queen Pageant set for July 12 in Henry
The Marshall-Putnam County Fair will begin its annual queen pageant at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 12, in the Hunt Building at the Marshall-Putnam County Fairgrounds…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMendota BB Gun 4-H Club offers summer shooting camp
Participation is free, but registration is required and there are only 15 spots available for kids nine years of age by Dec. 31, 2026,
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Several roads in Marseilles to be closed this week
The Marseilles Police Department announced several road closures scheduled this week for a railroad maintenance project that’s expected to finish by the…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalEngle Lane Theatre in Streator brings ‘Guys and Dolls’ to the Stage
Engle Lane Theatre in Streator will present the Broadway musical Guys and Dolls with four performances this week.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalBCR Female Athletes of the Year Honor Roll
A look at the BCR Female Athletes of the Year from 1994-95 to 2025-26 featuring girls from Bureau Valley, Hall, Princeton, St. Bede and Tampico
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalVictim ID’d in fatal Friday crash on Rt. 251 north of Peru
The La Salle County Coroner’s Office issued a Monday press release identifying the victim only as a 15-year-old female from Mendota.
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8-year-old Serena girl killed by lightning strike
An eight-year-old Serena girl was struck and killed by lightning Friday, the La Salle County Coroner’s Office said.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFlood recovery underway in Bureau County after weekend storms
Severe flooding over the weekend has hit several Bureau County communities, bringing in help from local emergency responders and the American Red Cross.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalNorsk Museum to offer rosemaling workshop July 19 in Sheridan
The Norsk Museum will partner with the Cleng Peerson Lodge of Sons of Norway to offer community members a free rosemaling workshop from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalAR-15, gun with extended clip seized in La Salle drug bust
A La Salle woman was ordered detained Monday after a drug raid over the holiday weekend yielded 3 ounces of purported cocaine and three weapons, including an…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalShaw Local Radio Podcast: Jennifer Mlott, Starved Rock Songwriters’ Series
Shaw Local Radio's Zane Trumann interviews Jennifer Mlott, talking about her recent appearance at the Starved Rock Songwriters' Series, her Midwest roots, her…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPistol Shrimp lose 8 straight entering All-Star break: Pistol Shrimp weekly recap
The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp are 1-8 in the second half and 9-25 overall as they enter the All-Star break on an eight-game losing streak.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalSeneca High School honor roll, 2nd semester 2025-2026
Seneca High School has announced its honor roll for the second semester of the 2025-2026 school year.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPutnam County Library launches free astronomy program for youth
The Putnam County Public Library District will offer Sky Explorers, a free six-week astronomy program for youth ages 11–14, this fall, thanks to a $33,892…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Arts Council opens Creative Projects Grant applications
The Illinois Arts Council is accepting applications for its Fiscal Year 2027 Creative Projects Grant program, which provides up to $12,000 to support art…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOpen Table UCC in Ottawa to host free meal
The meal is open to all community members.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalBook sale and ice cream sandwiches coming to Marseilles library
With Marseilles canceling Fun Days this year, the Friends of the Library is moving forward with its annual book sale and ice cream sandwich fundraiser.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalCrop Report: Wet conditions slow fieldwork across La Salle County
Farmers across La Salle County are racing against moisture and heat as the growing season hits a critical stretch.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFirst State Bank contributes $10,000 to IVCC agriculture center
A faculty office in the new Dr. Alfred E. Wisgoski Agricultural Education Center at Illinois Valley Community College will be in honor of First State Bank, the…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalSpirit Matters: The Chosen brings the gospel to life
The series focuses on Jesus’s apostles and the women who accompanied him on his ministry, including his mother Mary, Mary Magdalene, and others.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPrinceton cross country resumes fitness runs this week
After taking off the IHSA’s “Dead Week,” the Princeton High School cross country team will resume its summer fitness run schedule at 7 p.m. on Monday…
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Streator Lions Club Plans Summer Events, Installs New Officers
The Streator Lions Club installed new officers at its June meeting and announced a slate of summer fundraisers and community service events.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFoundation honors 21 scholarship recipients
Starved Rock Country Community Foundation honored 21 scholarship recipients at a reception Monday in Ottawa, awarding funds through 13 different scholarships.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIVCC open house July 15 introduces campus, programs
Illinois Valley Community College will host an open house July 15 at 2 p.m. to introduce prospective students to campus programs and student life.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalListen: Illinois Valley’s 5 most-read stories this week, June 28-July 4
Catch up on the week’s top Illinois Valley news in minutes for June 28-July 4. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local‘Shrek’ cast visits Hennepin library for character meet & greet
The cast of Putnam County Community Theatre’s “Shrek the Musical” will visit Hennepin Library on Tuesday, July 7 at 6 p.m. for a family-friendly preview event.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFree diabetes support group meets in Mendota
A free support group for people managing diabetes or helping family members will meet July 9 in Mendota.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalRural La Salle County man killed in police shootout
A rural La Salle County man is dead after opening fire Saturday on sheriff’s deputies who attempted to serve him with a warrant.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFlash flooding claims cars in Peru
O’Sadnick speculated that zero-visibility conditions precluded the drivers from gauging the depth of the standing water.