Seneca High School names January 2024 students of the month

The following Seneca High School students were selected by teachers and staff as the January 2024 students of the month.
Streator house fire quickly extinguished, cause undetermined

A resident noticed smoke at their 115 S. Wasson St. home Saturday night in Streator and called 911.
Ottawa adds Taylor Swift dance party to Friendship Days events

A Taylor Swift dance party is scheduled Sunday, Aug. 4, in Ottawa during Friendship Days.
NewsTribune boys basketball regional preview

A look at all the boys basketball regionals involving NewsTribune area teams.
NewsTribune boys basketball regional preview

A look at all the boys basketball regionals involving NewsTribune area teams.
Peru library to host ‘cooking for 1 or 2′ program

Peru Public Library will be hosting a pair of activities Wednesday, Feb. 21, for Wellness Wednesday.
Peru library to host ‘cooking for 1 or 2′ program

Peru Public Library will be hosting a pair of activities Wednesday, Feb. 21, for Wellness Wednesday.
‘100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die’ author to visit Reddick library in Ottawa for talk

“100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die” Author Melanie Holmes will be giving a presentation Thursday, Feb. 22, at Reddick Library in Ottawa.
Relaxation Destinations In Starved Rock Country

Here’s a list of five, can’t-miss yoga and wellness centers near Starved Rock State Park that are perfect for a weekend, or afternoon, getaway.
WBZG Pets of the Week: Rainey & Blitzen!

DOG: RAINEY – Rainey is such a sweetie! She’s a 4 year old Border Collie mix who arrived scared and very unsure of where she was. Some dogs come to us with total trust and some take