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MENDOTA – A loaded firearm was discovered in the lobby of a building in downtown Mendota.   A tenant of a building in the 800 block of Main Street discovered the firearm and contacted police on Monday.  After an investigation it was discovered the 9mm handgun had been reportedly modified

PERU – Peru Police have released still images of a video they say may have been involved in a possible abduction Monday morning.  Shortly before 5 AM authorities say a person living near 7th and Plum St. called 9-1-1 reporting hearing a female screaming for help.  Law enforcement

OTTAWA – LaSalle County Sheriff Tom Templeton announced his retirement Monday at the LaSalle County Board Meeting.   In an emotional statement, he thanked the county for their support over the years.   Templeton said his last day will be June 30th.  Under-Sheriff Adam Diss will be

ROCKTON, Ill. (AP) — Emergency crews are battling massive fires at a northern Illinois chemical plant that exploded into flames. The Monday morning explosion that sent huge plumes of thick black smoke into the air prompted officials to order an evacuation of residents and business to the south

    PERU – A possible abduction occurred in Peru, Illinois Monday morning and authorities are seeking help from the public in locating a possible victim and those involved. Although early in the investigation, Peru Police Chief Doug Bernabei stated they are not sure the age of the

MENDOTA – The Mendota FFA chapter were recognized during the 93rd annual Illinois FFA State Convention, winning chapter and group honors. Jack Beetz was recognized for Diversified Crop Production Placement Proficiency in the state and received his State FFA Degree. Also honored was

SPRINGFIELD- Authorities warn that blue-green algae blooms may be occurring and it could cause adverse health effects in people and pets.  With the temperature of lakes, rivers and streams across the state on the rise, the potential for the deadly blooms rises.  Residents who plan to recreate

By SARA BURNETT Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — A Latino civil rights organization says in a new federal lawsuit that Illinois Democrats used inadequate data and an opaque process to draw new legislative districts. The Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund is suing top Democrats

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is warning residents to be on alert for multiple texting and emailing scams claiming to be from the Secretary of State’s office seeking personal information to defraud Illinoisans. He is warning the public of scammers who are sending

  OTTAWA – The LaSalle County Health Department will have COVID-19 vaccines available six days a week by appointment only. They will have the Johnson and Johnson, Moderna and Phizer vaccines available Monday through Saturday. Those residents who still need to be vaccinated should call