Portions of the former Monterey Mushrooms property in Princeton have been sold, though the main processing plant remains unsold, according to the real estate agent involved in the transaction.

Prosecutors are close to wrapping up a July shooting in La Salle. The victim, who was found to be carrying an illegal gun, has pleaded guilty to a felony weapon charge.

A western Illinois man was placed on home confinement with GPS monitoring while awaiting trial on charges he visited La Salle County to make illegal contact with a minor.

Cody Calkins, an American country music singer-songwriter from Streator, is playing from 7-10 p.m. on Friday, Feb 6 at R’s All In in Earlville. Calkins plays cover songs from the 1990’s to now with some original songs included throughout his shows.

The Mendota Historical Society will be holding its first virtual program at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Mar 14. Genealogist and historian Peg Kapustiak will be giving a talk entitled “Food of My Forefathers: The Cultural Context of Traditional and Ethnic Foods”.

BVHS, BV North and Wyanet Elementary received a Commendable designation from the State

Streator Home Savings Bank has been named the January 2026 Member of the Month for the Streator Chamber of Commerce.

Real Estate news: A 1,314-square-foot single-family residence, built in 1999, has changed hands. The lot of the property covers an area of 13,068 square feet.

The single-family residence located at 1356 West Jefferson Street in Ottawa was sold on Jan. 14, for $185,000, or $134 per square foot.