IESA wrestling: Shepherd, Morris, Sandwich, Coal City all sending grapplers to IESA finals

A number of the extended area’s junior high wrestlers advanced out of sectionals to the IESA State Meet scheduled to be held this coming weekend.
Blizzard conditions in Northern California shuts down roads, ski resorts

Blizzard conditions have continued to slam the Northern California region throughout the weekend with damaging winds and heavy snow, shutting down roads and ski resorts across the area. Around 6.5 million people were under winter weather alerts
University of Florida terminates all DEI positions to comply with state law

According to an administrative memo that was released, the University of Florida has terminated all of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) related positions to comply with a new state law that bars state colleges from using
Historic Highlights: Many downstaters still have no idea who Casimir Pulaski is

The state of Illinois made a formal declaration for Casimir Pulaski Day in 1986. Thirty-seven years later, most residents, particularly downstate, still have no idea who he is.
Historic Highlights: Many downstaters still have no idea who Casimir Pulaski is

The state of Illinois made a formal declaration for Casimir Pulaski Day in 1986. Thirty-seven years later, most residents, particularly downstate, still have no idea who he is.
Marvel’s ‘Fantastic Four’ reboot confirms July 2025 release date

Marvel Studios is sharing new details about its Fantastic Four reboot, confirming the film’s cast and announcing a July 25, 2025 release date. The film was originally to open Nov. 8, 2024, and was previously delayed to
Karol G to be honored as Billboard Woman of the Year 2024

Karol G will be honored with the highly acclaimed 2024 Woman of the Year Award at the upcoming Billboard Women in Music Awards on March 6. Hannah Karp, Billboard’s editorial director, said in a press release: “With
La Salle County to accept ARPA funding applications to March 15

La Salle County is accepting applications for American Rescue Plan Funds.
La Salle County to accept ARPA funding applications to March 15

La Salle County is accepting applications for American Rescue Plan Funds.
Streator JOY Club to hear about the Monarch Mission

The first JOY program of the year, a program for men and woman 55 and older, will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, at Park Place, 406 E. Hickory St., Streator.