Streator murder suspect to stand trial, turns down deal
Tyler Skerett was offered a deal, prosecutors said Monday, if he pleaded guilty to murder. He turned it down. Now, he could face a near-life sentence if convicted of a shooting that killed a teen.
Streator murder suspect to stand trial, turns down deal

A journey back through La Salle-Peru vs. Ottawa football history, 10 years at a time
A new chapter of the old football rivalry that started in 1897 took place Friday night. Here’s a dive into history and a recounting of some of those interesting La Salle-Peru-Ottawa matchups in years ending with “5,”
A journey back through La Salle-Peru vs. Ottawa football history, 10 years at a time

BCR boxscores for Week 7, 2025
Here’s a look at boxscores for 2025 Week 7 games around Bureau County, including Bureau Valley, Hall, Princeton and St. Bede games
BCR boxscores for Week 7, 2025

Dan Smith joins Princeton Park Board to boost community recreation
Dan Smith, a longtime community volunteer and youth sports coach, has been appointed to the Princeton Park Board.
Local author covers 1959 rock crash at Spring Valley event

Ladd American Legion Auxiliary to meet Oct. 7

Marseilles Library hosts October kids’ events and board meeting
The Marseilles Public Library has a full slate of October activities for kids and the community.