Lane closures between Utica and Ottawa begins

UTICA – Lane closures for road work will begin on US Route 6 between Utica and Ottawa beginning Wednesday. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation patching and resurfacing will take place US Route 6 from IL 178

Attempted robbery in Streator

STREATOR – The Streator Police Department is investigating an attempted robbery in a parking lot Monday. According to authorities, a female victim stated that she had been allegedly grabbed from behind by an unknown male in the

Convicted murderer moves into Granville, authorities concerned

GRANVILLE – A convicted murderer on parole has moved to Granville and authorities are concerned for the safety of residents.  On Thursday, the Putnam County State’s Attorney’s Office received an email from the Illinois Department of Corrections

Flooding causes closures at Starved Rock State Park

OGLESBY – The main parking lot at Starved Rock State Park as well as the whole lower area, including the boat launch ramps are closed due to flooding on the Illinois River. Park facilities and the Starved

New City Manager in Streator

STREATOR – David Plyman began his first day as Streator’s city manager, Monday. Plyman says his priority is to address challenges that Streator faces and goals the community establishes.      Plyman says he’s looking forward to

Sandwich Woman Reported Missing After Vehicle Found

SHERIDAN-The Monday morning discovery of a vehicle in LaSalle County have authorities on the lookout for a woman they say is missing.   Around 5:30 AM on North 4251st Road north of Sheridan a car belonging to