Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra names Benjamin Klemme as music director

State disaster declaration brings potential aid to Illinois Valley

Gov. JB Pritzker has issued a disaster proclamation for Illinois following months of severe storms, tornadoes and flooding, with La Salle County among 11 counties included in the declaration after damaging weather in June.

NewsTribune baseball stat leaders for the 2026 season

A look at the final baseball statistical leaders in the NewsTribune area for the 2026 season.

Downtown improvements, demolitions highlight Streator council agenda

The Streator City Council is set to go over a relatively light agenda during their meeting Wednesday night, with discussion focused on infrastructure and property-related matters.

Four IVCC students earn $10,000 scholarships to Northern Illinois University

STEM scholarships were presented to Kaminski and Hansen. Askeland and Askeland and Frey earned accountancy scholarships. The $10,000 scholarships will go towards educational expenses.

The Times Athlete of the Week: Twenty-eight student athletes won honor thanks to your votes

Congratulations to The Times Athlete of the Week!