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Illinois River on the rise after recent rains

UTICA – Portions of area roads and property are starting to flood due to rising waters. The National Weather Service says parts of Dee Bennet Road between Utica and Naplate will be flooded soon. The lower lots of Starved Rock State Park, which is already closed by the state, plus some areas ...Read more

Sunday Ottawa fire quickly extinguished

OTTAWA – A fire in a two story residence on Ottawa’s east side was quickly contained and extinguished Sunday. Around 1:30 PM firefighters were called to the 400 Block of East Main Street for a home showing flames out the windows of the first floor. No injures were reported and all ...Read more

No New Covid-19 Cases In LaSalle County on Sunday

OTTAWA – No new cases were reported by the LaSalle County Health Department on Sunday.  The total coronavirus cases for the county since the pandemic began stands at 119.  The county has recorded 8 deaths so far, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.  According to zip ...Read more

Heavy rains bring flooding along rivers

UTICA – Portions of area roads and property could be underwater by mid-week according to the National Weather Service.   If the Illinois River predictions hold true, parts of Dee Bennet Road between Utica and Naplate could be flooded as soon as Tuesday.   The lower lots of Starved Rock ...Read more

Fatal Crash near Grand Ridge Saturday

GRAND RIDGE – The LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office and the Illinois State Police are investigating a two vehicle crash that resulted in a fatality on Saturday.   In a press release, they say the crash took place on Illinois Route 23 near North 2350th Road around 9:30 AM, about two miles ...Read more