Streator City Council approved work for the Park and Bilger Street bridges after the city secured $1 million in federal funding through the office of Darin LaHood.

The La Salle Speedway and Event Center is cleared to host its 2026 summer event schedule after the La Salle City Council approved special event permits on Monday.

The Streator City Council will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 15 at City Hall with a bridge project expected to be the main focus.

The city of La Salle is going to consider amending its newly implemented process for certifying non-highway motor vehicles, including golf carts, utility task vehicles and side-by-sides.

The skate park at the Illinois Valley YMCA is closed. It might stay closed unless local cities can chip in with the upkeep.

Carol Wiedmann (R-Earlville) was appointed Thursday, April 9, 2026, to the La Salle County Board.

The Ottawa Police Department added a member to its force Tuesday night, after Kyle Henson was sworn in as its newest officer.

Commissioner of Public Health Tom Ganiere pointed to the fact that kratom is not controlled by the FDA, and is often mixed with other ingredients that are not listed on the item’s packaging, making kratom even more dangerous.

The Ottawa City Council voted to raise the annual price increase from 3.25% to 4.5%.