High gas prices, big crowds drive traffic at Illinois Valley parks

Grandeur restored: Hegeler Carus Mansion secures first-ever state grant for major restoration

Tours and events will continue during the restoration.

Construction continues on Ottawa Chipotle location

Chipotle Mexican Grill’s new Ottawa location is under construction, with work that began in January still progressing on the West Etna Road site.

Illinois Extension’s Lunch N Learn Series begins July 8 in Ottawa

The University of Illinois Extension will hold the first session of its Lunch N Learn Series for adults from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Nell’s Woodland, 2000 Alexis Ave., Ottawa.

Ottawa boys hoops has used summer to build chemistry, experiment

First-year Ottawa varsity boys basketball coach Bob Bartman feels his team has gasped new concepts quickly and has improved across the board during summer workout and competition.

La Salle County grand jury: Tuesday, June 30, 2026

A La Salle County grand jury convened Tuesday and returned the following indictments.