Steve Hanson named L-P High School principal

Historic presentation on Cherry Mine Disaster in Streator this weekend

Local historian David Reed will give a presentation on the history during the Cherry Mine Disaster this Saturday.

Bureau County Property Transfers: May 1-15, 2026

The following property transfers were recently recorded at the Bureau County Recorder of Deeds’ office in the Bureau County Courthouse:

Steve Hanson named L-P High School principal

Hanson, who has served as athletic director since 2023, begins the new role July 1.

La Salle County steps up Independence Day DUI enforcement

La Salle County Sheriff’s Office announced plans for Independence Day traffic enforcement with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. The safety campaign runs through July 6.

Marilla Park in Streator closed due to flooding

Marilla Park in Streator was closed temporarily today due to flooding from storms on Wednesday evening.