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Ottawa has recently started the early phases of construction at the site of its future riverfront amphitheater, marking the first visible step in a project nearly 15 years in the making.

The 117th National Convention of Delta Theta Tau Sorority, Inc. was held July 9–13 at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, Ariz., bringing together members from across the country under the theme “Gems of the Universe.”

Teamsters Local 179 President Chris Richter said some ground was gained during the most recent bargaining session with Republic Services on Wednesday, but major sticking points remain - especially health care, pensions and wages.

Earlier this month, Ottawa City Recreation held its 2025 tennis tournament, with competition stretching across 16 divisions with about 100 participants this year.

A batch of mosquitoes collected in Marseilles has tested positive for West Nile virus — the first documented virus activity in the county this year, according to a news release from the La Salle County Health Department.

Executive Director of HumanKIND Dylan Conmy has joined the staff of the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation as administrative assistant to Director of Operations Janice Corrigan.

The 12U Wolfpack-Holloway baseball team, comprised primarily of Ottawa-area players, ended its season by capturing the Silver Bracket Championship title at Cal Ripken Experience in South Carolina.

Woodland's Nick Plesko has committed to continue his education at Monmouth College and his basketball career with the Fighting Scots.

A La Salle County jury will decide Thursday whether Malcolm Whitfield fired the shots that killed Shaquita Kelly and injured two others.

Morris Hospital - Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, but it isn’t always easy.

Here is the list of couples who applied for La Salle County marriage licenses from June 17 through July 15, 2025.

The 3rd Annual Natalie Claire Conrad Memorial Foundation Bike Poker Run will roll out Sunday, July 27, across multiple locations in Ottawa.

The worship band Heirborn will perform at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 27, at Washington Square Park in downtown Ottawa.

he Ottawa Fire Department responded to a house fire on Tuesday afternoon in the 2500 Block of Cherry Lane for reports of smoke and windows breaking, Fire Chief Brian Bressner said in a news release.

The Ottawa Recreation Department will host its annual Summer Carnival from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Rigden Park in Ottawa, 620 W. Jackson St.

Ottawa will celebrate National Ice Cream Day with a community event Sunday, July 27, at Riordan Pool, featuring free admission, complimentary ice cream and a leadership transition in the city’s recreation department.

Leadership and accountability have been a main focus for the Marquette football program summer workouts under first-year head coach Ken Carlson.

Streator's Makenna Ondrey has chosen to continue her education at Lake Land College and her softball career at the NJCAA Division I level with the Lakers.

The closure is expected to last about one month, weather permitting, according to a news release from the La Salle County Highway Department. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes.

Organizers said bus seats are still available for those wishing to attend the meeting. Reservations can be made by contacting the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce at 815-433-0084.

Even with summer temperatures soaring, Streator will be in the Christmas spirit this week as over 20 local businesses will participate in the Streator Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Christmas in July event at Heritage Park.

Marquette's Ashton Grady has signed on to continue his education at North Central College and his golfing career with the Cardinals.

Multiple agencies responded to a two-story residential structure fire in the 1400 Block of U.S. Route 6 in rural Ottawa on Saturday night.

Serena graduate Nicollette Walsh has signed on to continue her education at Knox College in Galesburg and her volleyball career at the NCAA Division III level with the Prairie Fire.

As summer turns the world a vibrant green, now is a time to embrace the soothing powers of the color.

What once was a sprawling lumberyard on the banks of the Illinois River, is now a place for small business and community events for residents in Seneca.

Streator graduate and Times All-Area Boys Soccer first-teamer David Paton has signed on to continue his education and soccer career at Governors State University.

Harback joined the Streator Family YMCA in June of 2021 as Program Director during a period of significant challenge and transformation in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Ottawa Fire Department recently received a $1,000 donation to support farm rescue operations, thanks to a partnership between the La Salle County Farm Bureau, Illinois Farm Bureau and Country Financial.

Gerald Hulslander, of Ottawa, will celebrate his 100th birthday with an open house on Sunday, Aug. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 717 Chambers St., Ottawa.

The former K’s Secret Garden building at 215 E. Main St. in downtown Streator is set to become a space for small events, following Streator City Council’s approval of a facade grant on Wednesday night.

Streator shoppers will continue paying a 1% sales tax on most grocery items starting next year, after Streator City Council voted on Wednesday night to keep the city’s existing share of the tax after the state repeals its portion.

A structural fire in the 1500 block of Poplar Street in Ottawa was extinguished without any injuries on Thursday evening

Under new head coach Ken Carlson, the Marquette football program competed well in its 7-on-7 against La Salle-Peru on Tuesday and will look to continue improving throughout the rest of the offseason.

Streator took major steps to pave the way for a proposed Beck’s gas station near City Park, as Streator City Council approved six ordinances related to tax increment financing (TIF) districts that will support the project.

Authorities have confirmed two people were found dead after first responders rushed to an early-morning fire Thursday in rural Sheridan. A suspect is being sought.

At least two people were killed, and a third reportedly was wounded, following an early-morning shooting Thursday in Sheridan

Seneca's Ryker Terry has committed to continue his education at Loras College and his golf career with the Duhawks.

Woodland graduate and 2024 Times All-Area Girls Volleyball first-teamer Malayna Pitte has signed on to continue her education and volleyball career at Illinois Valley Community College.

The strike by 25 teamsters is just one of a series of actions that have expanded to involve thousands of workers nationwide.

During their regular meeting on Tuesday night, the Ottawa City Council approved funding for street improvements and authorized HVAC maintenance at several facilities owned by the city.

Collectors, traders and card game enthusiasts will gather on Friday, July 19, at Alfano’s Pizza, 1476 E. Route 6 in Ottawa, for the La Salle County Card Show.

On Tuesday evening, local little leaguers had a chance to take the field with the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp baseball team.

The Lumberyard in Seneca has entered a collaboration with The Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund and announced the latest addition to The Lumberyard complex – Lumber Lane Gallery

The Starved Rock Regional Center in Ottawa will host a family-friendly drive-in movie night on Saturday, July 19, showing Minecraft: The Movie

Three Wishes has been named the Streator Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Month for July

After four years serving the Streator Family YMCA in different roles, including two as Program Director and two as Executive Director, Shannon Harback officially announced her resignation

Ottawa graduate, two-time Times Boys Track and Field Athlete of the Year, and three-time state medalist Weston Averkamp has committed to continue his education at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston and his track career at the NCAA Division I level with the Panthers.

A proposed Beck’s Oil gas station, car wash and convenience store planned for the corner of Park and Broadway will be the focus of Wednesday night's Streator City Council’s regular meeting

Residents will still have access to their properties. Contractors expect to complete the work by the end of the day, when the block will reopen to all traffic.