Photos: Chester Weger evidentiary hearing day 1
A packed courtroom turned out for the Chester Weger ‘mini trial’ evidentiary hearing on Monday, May 12, 2025 at the La Salle County Government Complex in Ottawa.
Photos: Chester Weger evidentiary hearing day 1

Illinois health officials warn of tick-borne illnesses as summer approaches
The Illinois Department of Public Health is encouraging the public to be aware of ticks to prevent the spread of Lyme disease during these warm weather months.
Photos: Sycamore softball hosts Ottawa
The Ottawa softball team traveled to Sycamore Monday to take on the Spartans in an Interstate 8 Conference clash.
La Salle County Sheriff’s Office issues over 200 citations during distracted driving campaign
The La Salle County Sheriff’s Office handed out more than 200 citations in April during a statewide effort looking curb distracted driving in the region
La Salle County Sheriff’s Office issues over 200 citations during distracted driving campaign
The La Salle County Sheriff’s Office handed out more than 200 citations in April during a statewide effort looking curb distracted driving in the region
La Salle County Sheriff’s Office issues over 200 citations during distracted driving campaign

Fundraiser to celebrate Mayday’s 11th rescue anniversary on May 17

Fundraiser to celebrate Mayday’s 11th rescue anniversary on May 17
Illinois Valley Animal Rescue will host a fundraiser celebrating the 11th rescue anniversary of Mayday the Minister, a local rescue dog, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 17
Fundraiser to celebrate Mayday’s 11th rescue anniversary on May 17
Illinois Valley Animal Rescue will host a fundraiser celebrating the 11th rescue anniversary of Mayday the Minister, a local rescue dog, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 17