Strouss Park to close beginning July 17

Strouss Park to close beginning July 17

The Mendota City Council announced Monday night that a series of upgrades to the public park will cause most of the grounds to be closed.

Streator adds new police officer

The Streator Police Department has added a new officer to its ranks.

Possible changes coming to emergency response in La Salle County

Changes to emergency dispatch in La Salle County may be coming.

Man dies in grain bin accident in Marseilles

A 66-year-old Sheridan man died in a grain bin accident near Marseilles on Tuesday evening, according to La Salle County Coroner Richard Ploch.

Bureau County Sports Hall of Fame 2026: Coaches/Officials

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