City of LaSalle begins sewer separation project this Spring
LASALLE – The City of LaSalle will start a sewer separation project in April. City Engineer Brian Brown says the city is getting rid of all cross connections between storm and sanitary sewers due to combined sewer
Student in custody after making threats to LaSalle-Peru High School
LASALLE – One student was taken into custody Wednesday after allegedly making a threat against LaSalle-Peru High School. According to Superintendent Steven Wroblewski, a police investigation determined all students and staff were safe. Around 11 a.m. authorities
SNAP benefits to be issued early for Illinoisans
CHICAGO – SNAP benefits will be issued to Illinois customers early. According to the Illinois Department of Human Services, March SNAP benefits will be loaded into customer accounts on the first of the month. Governor J.B Pritzker
Senate Bill could require parking fee at Starved Rock State Park
SPRINGFIELD – Starved Rock State Park could be introducing a parking fee for visitors in the future. 38th District Senator Sue Rezin filed Senate Bill 1310 that would allow the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to charge
Free rugby clinics for kids begin this weekend
PERU – The Illinois Valley Coal Miners Rugby Club announced free rugby clinics and practices beginning Saturday. The free clinics will be open to 2nd through 6th grade boys and girls every Tuesday and Thursday at 6p.m.
Morris PD warns of counterfeit cash rings in area
MORRIS – The Morris Police Department issued a warning of counterfeit money being passed around the area after a Chicago man was arrested for allegedly attempting to use counterfeit money at a local business. According to authorities,
Ottawa police warn residents of phone scam
OTTAWA – Ottawa Police are warning residents of a phone scam involving their Apple Device or iCloud account. Officials reported that residents are receiving calls from an individual who claims that the residents’ Apple Device