Former Mendota mayor charged in fake elector scheme

A former Mendota mayor, and lawyer for Donald Trump, was suspended June 11 by the Wisconsin Supreme Court from a state judicial ethics panel. The suspension comes a week after Jim Troupis was charged with a felony
Brace for temps in the mid-90s in the Illinois Valley

The good news is the National Weather Service isn’t expected to issue a heat advisory or warning this week. The bad is new it’ll be quite hot – and will feel worse after our mild spring –
Brace for temps in the mid-90s in the Illinois Valley

The good news is the National Weather Service isn’t expected to issue a heat advisory or warning this week. The bad is new it’ll be quite hot – and will feel worse after our mild spring –
IV Sunrise Rotary Club donates $2,000 to Peru ambulance in memory of Douglas Schweickert

Members of the Illinois Valley Sunrise Rotary Club recently made a $2,000 donation to the Peru Volunteer Ambulance Service in memory of Douglas Schweickert.
IV Sunrise Rotary Club donates $2,000 to Peru ambulance in memory of Douglas Schweickert

Members of the Illinois Valley Sunrise Rotary Club recently made a $2,000 donation to the Peru Volunteer Ambulance Service in memory of Douglas Schweickert.
Photos: Spring Valley acquires Barto's Landing

The city of Spring Valley recently purchased Barto’s Landing and plans to restore the boat launch and parking lot area. Here is a look at the boat launch.
Six-run seventh inning propels Pistol Shrimp past Cape Catfish

The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp scored six runs in the seventh inning Saturday to rally for an 8-6 win over the Cape Catfish.
Six-run seventh inning propels Pistol Shrimp past Cape Catfish

The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp scored six runs in the seventh inning Saturday to rally for an 8-6 win over the Cape Catfish.
Midland States Bank Pets of the Week: Junior & Busy Bee!

DOG: JUNIOR – A sweet 5 year old Pit Mix. Junior is a hunky, goofy pup who loves to play in the grass! He’s good on a leash, but a strong pup and will need an owner
Photos: Joliet American Legion Band performs in Streator

The Joliet American Legion Band performed Saturday at the Plumb Pavilion in Streator’s City Park for the Elks Club’s annual Flag Day ceremony.