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From Capitol News Illinois: As large data centers burn electricity as fast as some small cities, utilities and advocates are looking for ways to ensure they’re not passing the buck for related infrastructure costs to everyday ratepayers shawlocal.com/news/2026/03/2…

Two teens have been charged with felonies after a stolen vehicle investigation, Mendota police said Friday. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

Illinois Valley Cursillo will hold an evening of food and fellowship Saturday, April 11 in St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ottawa. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

There was no double shooting Sunday north of Marseilles, the La Salle County Sheriff’s Office said. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

Catch up on the week’s top Illinois Valley news in minutes for March 15-21. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

Despite spring's late arrival, Lovina finds reasons to be grateful – from home organizing to helping her son reclaim mobility. shawlocal.com/opinion/2026/0…

The Masters Walley Circuit began its 2026 season on Friday, March 20, at the Spring Valley Boat Club. A total of 95 teams were registered for the tournament. The circuit has been running since 1984. Anglers from across the country compete for a chance... shawlocal.com/gallery/2026/0…

The Cook County Clerk’s office and multiple police departments are warning residents of a scam circulating that falsely claims a court order requiring payment for traffic violations. shawlocal.com/northwest-hera…

A single-family home in Somonauk that sold for $780,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in La Salle County during the past week shawlocal.com/real-estate/20…

The Leland Town and Country Association will host “Hop into Easter,” an Easter bunny and vendor event on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Leland School, 370 N Main Street. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

Military action in the Middle East has disrupted critical shipments of fertilizer and oil as farmers head toward planting. shawlocal.com/news/2026/03/2…

Woodland Elementary and Junior High schools south of Streator have announced their 3rd quarter honor rolls, recognizing students for academic achievement. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

About 97% of Illinois schools show a proficiency gap where students overall outperform English learners, 2025 Illinois State Report Card data shows. shawlocal.com/news/2026/03/2…

Serena, Streator, Ottawa and Marquette baseball as well as Ottawa, Newark, Seneca and Marquette softball were winners on an unseasonably beautiful Saturday. That and more in The Times Saturday Roundup. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

Illinois Valley Community College will host a spring open house on Tuesday, March 31 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

A former La Salle woman avoided prison Friday for leaving the scene of a 2023 crash that injured an elderly motorist. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

The old adage, “You snooze, you lose,” still stands as wise advice, whether you’re talking about the last cookie in the jar or that job opening you’ve always dreamed about. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

Today we celebrate the women who are shaping the future of agriculture - farmers, educators, leaders, and advocates. Thank you for everything you do for our ag community. Happy National Women in Ag Day!

Todd Volker of Ottawa was recently appointed to TeamIllinois by the Illinois Economic Development Corp. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…

The HumanKIND initiative will be holding a fundraiser from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Friday, April 24 at the intersection of Norris Dr and Columbus St in order to raise money for the 5th Annual Ottawa Family Pride Fest. shawlocal.com/illinois-valle…