Fulton defeated Parkview Christian 12-1 in five innings on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Putnam County High School in Granville. Fulton will play for the Sectional title on Saturday at 11a.m.

The Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 steam locomotive made a whistle stop in Sterling on Tuesday on its coast-to-coast trip to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding.

Take a look back to Alex T. Paschal's favorite photos of the week in the Sauk Valley for May 22 to 28, 2026.

A dedication ceremony was held for the Nancy Kerwin Memorial at Oregon Park West on Thursday, May 28, 2026. The memorial honors the former teacher of the Oregon Park District's Children's Center with a free Little Library, commemorative bench, and children’s seating area.

Rock Falls held its annual Touch-a-Truck event Saturday, May 30, 2026. Over 150 trucks, cars and various motorized vehicles were put on display for people to explore and learn about.

A time capsule buried 25 years ago was unearthed at Thome School on Sunday, May 31, in Rock Falls.

Here are Scott Anderson's photos from the IHSA boys track and field state championships from Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston.

Riverdale defeated Byron 11-8 to win the 2A Byron Regional on Saturday, May 30, 2026, and advance to the sectional.

Rock Falls battles Winnebago in their Class 2A Rock Falls Regional title game at Hinders Field in RF on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Winnebago won the game and the title 9-3.