Live Well Streator to host prescription drug take back event

Residents are invited to drop off unwanted or expired prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs and syringes in a safe sealed container from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 24, on the 200 block of North Park Street at City
Ottawa fatal shooting suspect still awaits trial dates

The Spring Valley man who is accused of shooting and killing Eric Clements at his Ottawa home will stand trial for murder – dates have yet to be set – and, for now, he’s representing himself.
U.S. Coast Guard continues search for missing submersible after noises are heard in the area

On Thursday, the U.S. Coast Guard continued the search continued for a missing submersible that was taking five people to the wreckage of the Titanic, as crews continued to hear noises and were “actively searching” the area.
Marseilles annexes more than 70 acres near Interstate 80

With the annexation of four properties, the Marseilles City Council completed the city’s reach to Interstate 80.
OSF provides options for Illinois Valley heart patients

With the closing of St. Margaret’s Health in Spring Valley, OSF HealthCare has other options for patients seeking cardiovascular care.
5 things to do in the Illinois Valley: Pair of fireworks shows set to light up the sky

Fireworks, carnivals, bike rides, garden walks and safety days among the weekend’s activities in the Illinois Valley.
Streator downtown businesses to host sidewalk sales

Streator downtown businesses will be hosting a sidewalk sale 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 24.
Man who attacked police with taser on Jan. 6 sentenced to 12 1/2 years in prison

California resident Daniel “DJ” Rodriguez was sentenced Wednesday to 12 1/2 years in prison after pleading guilty to felony conspiracy, obstruction of an official proceeding, tampering with documents or proceedings, and inflicting bodily injury on officers using
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway suspended 3 games for recruiting violations

The NCAA announced Wednesday that Memphis men’s basketball coach Penny Hardaway has been suspended for the first three games of the 2023-24 season due to recruiting violations. According to the NCAA, Memphis coaches conducted two impermissible in-home recruiting
USWNT Women’s World Cup roster is announced

The United States Women’s National Soccer team revealed its roster ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The 32-team tournament will be held from July 20 to Aug. 20 in Australia and New Zealand. The team