Streator is beginning the process of replacing both the Park and Bilger Street bridges after securing $1 million in federal funding through the office of Darin LaHood.

When Walmart opened its first store in Peru on Tuesday, April 1, 1986, it marked a major retail milestone for the Illinois Valley.

When Walmart opened its first store in Peru on Tuesday, April 1, 1986, it marked a major retail milestone for the Illinois Valley. Check out photos from when the store originally opened and the grand-opening ads.

Woodland School in Streator has announced Marty Coe as its Hall of Fame inductee for 2026.

The Streator Leading Ladies held their monthly meeting Thursday, March 19 at Chipper’s.

The Streator Lions Club recently held its bi-monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 18, at Gaetano’s Vault.

Streator Township High School announced its honor roll for the third quarter of the 2025-2026 school year.

La Salle County prosecutors have lodged a complaint alleging bullying and verbal harassment against the chief judge. The complaint was tendered to a state agency that polices the bench

Do you have any bright ideas for the future of Streator’s downtown? If so, the city will host a public workshop next week to gather input as it develops a Downtown Revitalization Plan.

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from March 27

Logan’s Oasis Playground at Marilla Park in Streator has officially broke ground, with the playground expected to be completed by the time summer starts.

The Streator City Council approved contracts for materials used in its annual street maintenance program.

The Streator City Council approved updates to its financial policies while raising spending limits during its meeting last week.

The single-family residence located at 205 West Wilson Street in Streator was sold on Feb. 27, for $170,000, or $68 per square foot.

Woodland Elementary and Junior High schools south of Streator have announced their 3rd quarter honor rolls, recognizing students for academic achievement.

Streator businesses are kicking off spring with a weekend shopping event.

The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming programs and events for the fourth week in March.

The Streator City Council approved the return of surplus funds from three tax increment financing districts to local taxing bodies in the area.

The Streator City Council will meet Wednesday night to vote on finances, street maintenance contracts and policy updates at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

The Streatorland Historical Society is currently collecting funds for a historical marker to be placed at Sergeant George Poundstone’s gravesite.

Here is a roundup of weather-related cancellations in the Illinois Valley.

The Streator Public Library was awarded a a $10K grant from The Pizza Hut Foundation to support its literacy programs.

The Illinois Valley Brain Injury Clubhouse has been named the Streator Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Month for March.

Students from St. Bede Academy earned top honors at a Feb. 27 regional academic competition hosted by Illinois Valley Community College. They finished first overall against several area schools.

Demolition is mostly complete at the former Immaculate Conception Church site in Streator, with the main church building still standing.

A tornado warning has been issued for southeast La Salle County and northwest Livingston County as a severe storm moves toward Streator.

Severe storms were moving through La Salle County as of about 7:40 p.m. on Tuesday night, with multiple weather alerts in effect, according to the National Weather Service.

The Streator Chamber of Commerce 112th annual awards dinner saw some of the city’s most community-drive individuals and businesses rewarded for their efforts over the past year.

As Shaw Media continues to celebrate its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from March 10

Pi Day falls on Saturday, March 14 and the library’s festivities will go from noon to 2 p.m., with pie entries required to arrive by 11:30 a.m. Organizers recommend registering pie entries in advance.

The Streatorland Historical Society is raising funds to place a historical roadside marker near the grave of Sgt. George Poundstone, a Civil War soldier remembered for his actions during a deadly charge in Mississippi.

The Free Lunch Program, sponsored by Deacon’s and Hardscrabble Lions, serves a free meal the second Saturday of each month at Park Place, 406 E. Hickory in Streator, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Local historian Dave Reed will explore Streator’s connection to the Gettysburg Address at the JOY senior group’s first program of 2026 on Wednesday, March 18 at 1 p.m. at Park Place.

The Streator Family YMCA will host a free wellness program offering tools to manage stress.

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A schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator/Seneca area for the coming week.

The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming events and programs for the third week in March.

The Streator Lions Club is gearing up for several community events and service projects this year.

Streator Fest announced their lineup for their annual show this summer, with tickets expected to go on sale this Friday.

A single-family home in Peru that sold for $700,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in La Salle County in the past week.

Cozy Corner in Streator reopened this week following a fire at the restaurant in January.

The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming events and programs for the second week in March.

Streator Fest will host its annual Cash Bash Drawdown fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Knights of Columbus.

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from February 25

St. Michael the Archangel Parish has released architectural renderings of its proposed new church in Streator, offering a first look at the structure parish leaders say is needed to address long-term structural concerns at their current building.

Streator City Council approved a $275K contract for street work planned next week.

Logan’s Oasis playground project at Marilla Park cleared its final hurdle as Streator City Council voted to approve a $199,580 contract for installation during their meeting this week.

The Streator Police Department will be replacing one of their squad cars, following Streator City Council’s approval during their meeting this week.

Two new firefighters officially began their careers with the Streator Fire Department this week.

A residential home in Grand Ridge that sold for $370,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in La Salle County over the past week