Streator police warn of phone scam using department name

Illinois 251 bridge repairs in Peru begins July 13

One lane will be open in each direction of Illinois 251, and there will be occasional lane closures on I-80 during the $1.8 million project, which is expected to be completed in the fall.

Streator Public Library offers Minecraft, arts, and games

The Streator Public Library is hosting a full slate of summer programs this week, from scavenger hunts and building challenges to art classes and movie nights.

Bureau County Sports Hall of Fame 2026: Athletes

This is the second installment of the 2026 Bureau County Sports Hall of Fame Class, featuring individual athletes. The final part will feature teams. The Bureau County Sports Hall of Fame was formed in 1995 as part of the BCR’s Tribute to Sports program.

Oglesby Elks Lodge #2360 perform a Flag Day ritual

To celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, Oglesby Elks Lodge #2360 performed a Flag Day ritual at the Illinois Veterans Home at La Salle for about 50 veterans, staff and guests on June 13.

Learn about transportation at July 19 open house in Utica

The La Salle County Historical Society will host an open house to debut the transportation exhibit, highlighting the county’s rich transportation history, from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 19 at the Heritage Center Museum in Utica.