University program explores Mazon Creek fossils from 300 million years ago

150th anniversary saw Wild Bill Hickok celebrations across La Salle County

150 years after James Butler “Wild Bill” Hickok’s death, commemorative events in Utica, Mendota, and Troy Grove are helping residents further their understanding of one of the Illinois Valley’s most famous figures.

Listen: Illinois Valley’s 5 most-read stories this week, May 24-30

Catch up on the week’s top Illinois Valley news in minutes for May 24-30. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Ottawa’s Joey Liebhart places 4th, medals at 2A state: The Times Saturday Roundup

Ottawa senior Joey Liebhart finished fourth in the Class 2A 300-meter hurdles in Saturday's IHSA Boys Track and Field State finals in Charleston, while Somonauk senior Landin Stillwell earned a pair of medals in 1A. Plus, more results from around the Times area.

La Salle-Peru’s Aavery Hill places 4th in 2A discus: Saturday’s NewsTribune roundup

La Salle-Peru's Aavery Hill placed fourth in the Class 2A discus, plus more results in Saturday's NewsTribune roundup.

Ottawa baseball falls 9-1 to host Metamora in 3A regional championship game

The Ottawa baseball team was limited to just three hits by Metamora's Mason Sauder and the host Redbirds put together two big scoring innings in Saturday's 9-1 loss in the Class 3A regional championship game. The Pirates finished the season at 19-13-1, the most wins in 13 years.