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08/19/2024

On 8/17/2024 at 12:12 am LaSalle County Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the area of RT 23 & N 35th RD. (Dayton TWP) Eric Spencer (46) of Lockport, IL was arrested for speeding 103 mph in a 55 mph zone and DUI alcohol. He […]

08/17/2024

Time: 08/12/2024 – 09:55 Case: BCSD:24-005083 Location: I-180 SB 12 IL TRAFFIC ACCIDENT-INJURIES Attending Units: BCSD:BU06 DRIVER – Name: GEBRU, FASIL, G S*x: M Age: 64 Residing At: ALEXIS IL Disposition Response: RESOLVED Status: CLS Time: 08/12/2024 – 18:45 Case: BCSD:24-005100 Location: 34...

08/17/2024

On 8/15/2024 at 11:26 pm LaSalle County Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the area of RT 251 & N 14th RD. (Hope TWP) Noel Lopez (33) of Chicago Heights, IL was cited for speeding 84 mph in a 55 mph zone. On 8/16/2024 at […]

08/16/2024

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08/16/2024

On August 10, 2024, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call for an individual injured in an ATV-type vehicle accident on Hazel Marie Boyle Drive in Hennepin. Emergency crews arrived on the scene and located Skyler A. Williams, 21, of Granville, with […]

08/16/2024

The nomination period for the Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees election opens on August 20, 2024. Prospective candidates can collect packets from Sandra Beard in the President’s Office, Room C-301, at the campus located at 815 Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, Illinois. Two six-year ...

08/16/2024

Braveheart Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) relies on government funding to support hundreds of child crime victims annually in Bureau, Henry, Marshall, Putnam, and Stark counties. The Braveheart Children’s Advocacy Center faces severe challenges following a significant $600 million cut in the V...

08/16/2024

Case Number 24-12984 Occurred Monday 08/12/2024 at 6:12pm Location 2024 WALMART SUPERCENTER 5307 IL RT 251 PERU, IL 61354 Type of Incident RETAIL THEFT Arrestee GURJEET SINGH Age 41 Male VALLEJO CA 94589 Arrested Monday 08/12/2024 at 6:56pm Charges Retail Theft On 08/12/2024, Singh was […]

08/16/2024

On 8/13/2024 at 5:32 am LaSalle County Deputies investigated a two vehicle accident with minor injuries at the intersection of N 30th RD & E 22nd RD. (Rutland TWP) George Wawerski (24) of Serena was driving south on E 22nd RD when he disobeyed the […]

08/15/2024

The August Friends of the Hennepin “Kingfisher” Hike is on August 18, 2024, at 1:30 PM, from Lock 17 to Lock 21, which is about 3.2 miles. Participants should meet at Lock 21 (Lift Bridge) at 1:30 PM and will be shuttled to Lock 17 […]

08/15/2024

On 8/13/2024 at 6:01 pm LaSalle County Deputies investigated a two vehicle accident with no injuries in the area of RT 351 & RT 71. (LaSalle TWP) Kaylyn Scholl (38) of Peru was driving east on RT 351, slowing down due to a vehicle in […]

08/12/2024

The children who attended the Science FUNdamentals camp at Illinois Valley Community College got to have fun and learn about chemistry and science during the two-hour camp. The students hypothesized whether objects could float or sink in water while they explored density, and then they […]

08/12/2024

At the request of the Illinois Commerce Commission, Governor JB Pritzker proclaimed August 11, 2024, as 811 Day, a reminder for both excavators and homeowners to make a crucial call to 811 before starting any digging. This safety measure aims to prevent disruptions and damage […]

08/12/2024

Case Number 24-12898 Occurred Sunday 08/11/2024 at 2:23am Location 5TH ST//WALNUT ST INTERSECTION US RT 6 PERU, IL 61354 Type of Incident DUI ALCOHOL Arrestee GERARDO JOSE GOMEZ JIMENEZ Age 40 Male LASALLE IL 61301 Arrested Sunday 08/11/2024 at 2:40am Charges Driving Under Influence Alcohol […]

08/11/2024

Interstate 80 eastbound is closed for a fatal traffic accident at Plank Road in Peru in LaSalle County. Traffic is being diverted onto Plank Road (milepost 73). Motorists should expect delays.

08/10/2024

Watch the Princeton City Council Meeting from August 5, 2024

08/08/2024

At the Illinois State Fairgrounds, a whimsical creation has taken center stage in the Dairy Building. Governor JB Pritzker and fair officials unveiled the 2024 Butter Cow sculpture, crafted by artisan Sarah Pratt. This year’s design charmingly depicts a young girl balancing a towering seven-scoop ...

08/08/2024

Arlington Blacktop will be closed between 2800 East and 2950 East Streets for structure replacement. The closure is scheduled to begin on August 19, 2024, and be completed by October 4th.

08/07/2024

Samantha Rux from OSF Healthcare joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the King Care-A-Van program. The OSF King Care-A-Van is named in recognition of its donors, Don and Val King of Manlius, Illinois, in Bureau County. Don and Val King are advocates for wellness […]

08/07/2024

The American Red Cross has reported a significant drop in blood supply, decreasing by more than 25% recently, attributed to a combination of extreme heat and increased travel. The shortage is particularly severe for type O blood, which is essential for emergency situations. In response, […]

08/06/2024

Case Number 24-12472 Occurred Sunday 08/04/2024 at 1:45am Location 10TH St PERU, IL 61354 Type of Incident CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY Arrestee BENJAMIN J. STASIK Age 38 Male PERU IL 61354 Arrested Sunday 08/04/2024 at 2:22am Charges Criminal Damage to Property After an investigation into […]

08/04/2024

Case Number 24-12337 Occurred Thursday 08/01/2024 at 8:21pm Location SHOOTING PARK RD//MALL RD INTERSECTION PERU, IL 61354 Type of Incident SPEEDING (26-34 MPH) Arrestee NIKOLAS E. MANAHAN Age 27 Male SPRING VALLEY IL 61362 Arrested Thursday 08/01/2024 at 8:21pm Charges Speeding (26 mph to 34 […]

08/04/2024

Time: 07/26/2024 – 10:37 Case: BCSD:24-004674 Location: BACKBONE RD/MAIN ST PRINCETON IL TRAFFIC STOP Attending Units: BCSD:BU06,BCSD:BU18 ARRESTED – Name: BYRNE, TIMOTHY, K S*x: M Age: 43 Charge: PROBATION VIOLATION ~ PROBATION VIOLATION NON TRAFFIC Counts: 1 Date: 07/26/2024 Time: 07/27/2024 ....

08/01/2024

The City of LaSalle Foundation is rolling out its inaugural 815 Day on August 15, 2024, encouraging community involvement through a series of service projects. Key activities include a park cleanup at St. Mary’s, designed to strengthen community bonds and improve the city’s aesthetics. This […...

08/01/2024

Renovations are complete, and the Princeton DMV facility is back open and is now a “One-Stop-Shop”, which will allow customers to access services at a single customer service counter. The upgrade also included new signs to allow a better flow of services and help customers […]

08/01/2024

Jensen Woods Camp, located near Timewell, has unveiled a new playground featuring a 4-seater swing set and monkey bars near Dixon Lodge and the RV sites. Funded by grants from The Samantha Otte Fund and Gem City Kiwanis, as well as private donations, the camp […]

08/01/2024

On 7/31/2024 at 2:54 am LaSalle County Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the area of RT 251 & N 37th RD. (Troy Grove TWP) Charles Kaufman (22) of Mendota was cited for expired registration.

07/31/2024

OSF HealthCare is conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment in Bureau County to determine the needs of residents. The Assessment is conducted every three years to gain public input to learn and plan services that address pressing healthcare needs in the community. You can scan […]

07/31/2024

Case Number 24-12162 Occurred Tuesday 07/30/2024 at 1:13am Location 6TH ST//PEORIA ST INTERSECTION PERU, IL 61354 Type of Incident NO VALID DL Arrestee Juvenile Age 14 Female PERU IL 61354 Arrested Tuesday 07/30/2024 at 1:23am Charges No Valid Drivers License Disobeyed Stop Sign Following a […]

07/30/2024

On 7/29/2024 at 12:51 pm LaSalle County Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the area of RT 251 & RT 18. (Hope TWP) Russell Aarestad (35) of Washington, IL was cited for failure to secure load when required.

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