Playing soccer is part of the family for Princeton’s Yocelyn Robledo: 2026 BCR Girls Soccer Player of the Year

Fire companies battle blaze at Utica strip mall

A large fire — flames were visible above the roof— broke out at the Starved Rock House of Jerky. The fire appeared to either be contained or extinguished by 12:25 p.m.

Streator approves emergency declaration, details tornado recovery progress

The Streator City Council approved an emergency declaration Wednesday night as officials detailed the growing scope of damage and ongoing recovery efforts following last week’s EF3 tornado.

Playing soccer is part of the family for Princeton’s Yocelyn Robledo: 2026 BCR Girls Soccer Player of the Year

When you grow up in the Robledo family, you’re going to play soccer. Jose Robledo passed on his love for the game to his kids, Juan, Viviana and now Yocelyn, a junior sweeper for Princeton this spring. Yocelyn said the sport of soccer is a way to bring all the family together.

IHSA finalizes plans to introduce shot clock for 2026-27 basketball seasons

The IHSA’s board of directors this week finalized expectations for the 35-second shot clock, which will be required for varsity boys and girls basketball contests beginning with the upcoming 2026-27 IHSA season.

IHSA finalizes plans to introduce shot clock for 2026-27 basketball seasons

The IHSA’s board of directors this week finalized expectations for the 35-second shot clock, which will be required for varsity boys and girls basketball contests beginning with the upcoming 2026-27 IHSA season.