Sauk Valley-area students named to UW-Whitewater’s fall dean’s list
Fourteen area students were named to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater dean’s list for the 2025 fall semester.
Illinois expands job-protected leave for parents with newborns in NICU
The law applies to both part- and full-time workers. It covers a broader swath of workers than the federal Family and Medical Leave Act.
Judge denies Rock Falls man’s claim that his right to speedy trial was violated in sex assault, battery case
A Rock Falls man will stand trial on home invasion, sex assault, and battery charges after a Whiteside County judge on Friday denied a motion to dismiss the case
Ring in the new year with events and fun activities at Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight
Ring in the new year with events and fun activities at Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight
Crime flat in 2025, but violence surging
Crime flat in 2025, but violence surging
La Salle County has had years when the crime statistics were high but there wasn’t much violence. In 2025, it was the other way around.
Crime flat in 2025, but violence surging
Openings and closings: Here’s a look at Sauk Valley businesses making the news in 2025
From clothing and hobby stores to restaurants and auto shops, read a recap of 2025’s business activity in the Sauk Valley.
Sterling American Legion hosts open house on New Year’s Day
Sterling American Legion Post 296 will host a public open house from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 1, when veterans, and descendants and spouses of veterans, can learn about Legion membership.