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Some of these thunderstorms could be severe, capable of damaging winds and perhaps a tornado, the National Weather Service said.
Thunderstorms could lead to hail, damaging winds across parts of northern Illinois
Some of these thunderstorms could be severe, capable of damaging winds and perhaps a tornado, the National Weather Service said.
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December 28, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Some of these thunderstorms could be severe, capable of damaging winds and perhaps a tornado, the National Weather Service said.
Here is a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area for the coming week.
The Times area prep sports schedule for Dec. 28 through Jan. 3
Here is a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area for the coming week.
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December 28, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Here is a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area for the coming week.
Two Mendota High School students have been selected for state music honors, and a third received community recognition.
Mendota students earn music honors, recognition
Two Mendota High School students have been selected for state music honors, and a third received community recognition.
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December 28, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Two Mendota High School students have been selected for state music honors, and a third received community recognition.
Flanagan-Cornell's Logan Ruddy set a tournament scoring record at the Shipyard Showdown on Saturday in a win over Somonauk. Plus, more results from around the Times area.
F-C’s Logan Ruddy sets tournament scoring record at Shipyard Showdown in win: The Times Saturday Roundup
Flanagan-Cornell's Logan Ruddy set a tournament scoring record at the Shipyard Showdown on Saturday in a win over Somonauk. Plus, more results from around the Times area.
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December 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Flanagan-Cornell's Logan Ruddy set a tournament scoring record at the Shipyard Showdown on Saturday in a win over Somonauk. Plus, more results from around the Times area.
The No. 4-seed La Salle-Peru boys basketball team scored the opening 16 points of Saturday's quarterfinal game against No. 5-seed Ottawa and eventually advanced to Monday's semifinal against top-seeded Kaneland with a 63-28 victory at the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic.
La Salle-Peru rolls from the start, tops Ottawa at Plano Christmas Classic
The No. 4-seed La Salle-Peru boys basketball team scored the opening 16 points of Saturday's quarterfinal game against No. 5-seed Ottawa and eventually advanced to Monday's semifinal against top-seeded Kaneland with a 63-28 victory at the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic.
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December 28, 2025 at 4:59 AM
The No. 4-seed La Salle-Peru boys basketball team scored the opening 16 points of Saturday's quarterfinal game against No. 5-seed Ottawa and eventually advanced to Monday's semifinal against top-seeded Kaneland with a 63-28 victory at the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic.
Marquette's boys basketball team trailed by 14 points in the second quarter but ultimately won by 15 over Hall for third place in the Seneca Shipyard Showdown.
Marquette rallies from 14-point deficit, tops Hall by 15 for third place at Shipyard Showdown
Marquette's boys basketball team trailed by 14 points in the second quarter but ultimately won by 15 over Hall for third place in the Seneca Shipyard Showdown.
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December 28, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Marquette's boys basketball team trailed by 14 points in the second quarter but ultimately won by 15 over Hall for third place in the Seneca Shipyard Showdown.
Photo editor Scott Anderson selected some of the best feature photos from 2025 in the Illinois Valley.
Photos: Top feature photos of 2025 in the Illinois Valley
Photo editor Scott Anderson selected some of the best feature photos from 2025 in the Illinois Valley.
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December 27, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Photo editor Scott Anderson selected some of the best feature photos from 2025 in the Illinois Valley.
Planned Parenthood provided services for nearly 35,000 Illinois Medicaid customers across the state in 2024, the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services said.
Illinois to boost funding for Planned Parenthood by $4 million
Planned Parenthood provided services for nearly 35,000 Illinois Medicaid customers across the state in 2024, the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services said.
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December 27, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Planned Parenthood provided services for nearly 35,000 Illinois Medicaid customers across the state in 2024, the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services said.
Storms and falling temperatures are expected Sunday into Monday in northern Illinois.
Storms possible Sunday in northern Illinois, followed by falling temperatures
Storms and falling temperatures are expected Sunday into Monday in northern Illinois.
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December 27, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Storms and falling temperatures are expected Sunday into Monday in northern Illinois.
My brain has changed my daily routine. The most significant impact has been on those precious moments in the morning when I am on the edge of waking up.
Paperwork: My morning routine begins with an argument … with myself
My brain has changed my daily routine. The most significant impact has been on those precious moments in the morning when I am on the edge of waking up.
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December 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM
My brain has changed my daily routine. The most significant impact has been on those precious moments in the morning when I am on the edge of waking up.
With just days to go before tax credits expire that make marketplace health insurance coverage more affordable, lawmakers and industry experts said they’re concerned that costs will skyrocket for those who can least afford it in the new year.
Why are health insurance premiums spiking in 2026? Here’s what to know
With just days to go before tax credits expire that make marketplace health insurance coverage more affordable, lawmakers and industry experts said they’re concerned that costs will skyrocket for those who can least afford it in the new year.
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December 27, 2025 at 12:20 PM
With just days to go before tax credits expire that make marketplace health insurance coverage more affordable, lawmakers and industry experts said they’re concerned that costs will skyrocket for those who can least afford it in the new year.
Four area churches will host “Dinner with a Friend” Jan. 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Norway Community Building in Sheridan.
Four churches plan community dinner Jan. 26
Four area churches will host “Dinner with a Friend” Jan. 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Norway Community Building in Sheridan.
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December 27, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Four area churches will host “Dinner with a Friend” Jan. 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Norway Community Building in Sheridan.
The Woodland boys basketball bounced back after a slow start to defeat host Seneca at the Shipyard Showdown on Friday, while Sandwich pulled off a huge upset in the opening round of the Plano Classic. Plus, more results from around the Times area.
Woodland bounces back to top host Seneca at Shipyard Showdown: The Times Friday Roundup
The Woodland boys basketball bounced back after a slow start to defeat host Seneca at the Shipyard Showdown on Friday, while Sandwich pulled off a huge upset in the opening round of the Plano Classic. Plus, more results from around the Times area.
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December 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The Woodland boys basketball bounced back after a slow start to defeat host Seneca at the Shipyard Showdown on Friday, while Sandwich pulled off a huge upset in the opening round of the Plano Classic. Plus, more results from around the Times area.
The Marquette boys basketball team battled but eventually fell 63-56 to top-seeded Lexington in Friday's semifinals of the Shipyard Showdown Tournament at Seneca High School.
Marquette hangs with, but falls to, top-seed Lexington in Shipyard semifinals
The Marquette boys basketball team battled but eventually fell 63-56 to top-seeded Lexington in Friday's semifinals of the Shipyard Showdown Tournament at Seneca High School.
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December 27, 2025 at 4:55 AM
The Marquette boys basketball team battled but eventually fell 63-56 to top-seeded Lexington in Friday's semifinals of the Shipyard Showdown Tournament at Seneca High School.
Here are Gary Duncan's photos from Friday's game between Plano and Streator at the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic.
Photos: Plano vs. Streator boys basketball at Plano Christmas Classic
Here are Gary Duncan's photos from Friday's game between Plano and Streator at the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic.
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December 27, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Here are Gary Duncan's photos from Friday's game between Plano and Streator at the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic.
St. Bede defeated Orion 45-36 but lost to IVC 59-51 in the nightcap. The Grey Ghosts look to finish off its first tournament title at St. Bede since 2009.
IVC holds off St. Bede in Lady Bruins Christmas Classic
St. Bede defeated Orion 45-36 but lost to IVC 59-51 in the nightcap. The Grey Ghosts look to finish off its first tournament title at St. Bede since 2009.
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December 27, 2025 at 2:48 AM
St. Bede defeated Orion 45-36 but lost to IVC 59-51 in the nightcap. The Grey Ghosts look to finish off its first tournament title at St. Bede since 2009.
The Ottawa Pirates didn’t come out strong in their early Friday afternoon opener against Northridge Prep in the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic. Luckily for the Pirates, they more than made up for it in the second quarter of an eventual 61-39 victory.
Ottawa shakes off slow start, Northridge Prep for Plano Christmas Classic-opening triumph
The Ottawa Pirates didn’t come out strong in their early Friday afternoon opener against Northridge Prep in the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic. Luckily for the Pirates, they more than made up for it in the second quarter of an eventual 61-39 victory.
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December 27, 2025 at 1:27 AM
The Ottawa Pirates didn’t come out strong in their early Friday afternoon opener against Northridge Prep in the 62nd Plano Christmas Classic. Luckily for the Pirates, they more than made up for it in the second quarter of an eventual 61-39 victory.
There are six new La Salle County sheriff's deputies on the road, with four more coming in 2026. It's a sign of how police recruitment, a problem in recent years, has steadily improved.
‘I think I found my calling’
There are six new La Salle County sheriff's deputies on the road, with four more coming in 2026. It's a sign of how police recruitment, a problem in recent years, has steadily improved.
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December 27, 2025 at 12:02 AM
There are six new La Salle County sheriff's deputies on the road, with four more coming in 2026. It's a sign of how police recruitment, a problem in recent years, has steadily improved.
First Day Hikes invite you to explore two popular parks
Start your New Year with a winter hike in Starved Rock Country
First Day Hikes invite you to explore two popular parks
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December 26, 2025 at 6:22 PM
First Day Hikes invite you to explore two popular parks
It is important to know how credit can change your spending power as well as know how you can recognize the danger signs of credit misuse.
How to manage credit card debt
It is important to know how credit can change your spending power as well as know how you can recognize the danger signs of credit misuse.
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December 26, 2025 at 6:12 PM
It is important to know how credit can change your spending power as well as know how you can recognize the danger signs of credit misuse.
Streator Public Library will host a Job Search Workshop on Monday, Jan. 5, from 10-11 a.m.
Streator library offers job search workshop Jan. 5
Streator Public Library will host a Job Search Workshop on Monday, Jan. 5, from 10-11 a.m.
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December 26, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Streator Public Library will host a Job Search Workshop on Monday, Jan. 5, from 10-11 a.m.
The Chicago Bears will travel to the west coast and play the San Francisco 49ers in front of a national audience on Sunday Night Football. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the game and the Bears' chances to win the NFC North this weekend
Bears Insider Podcast Episode 438: Bears vs. 49ers: Can Chicago clinch the NFC North?
The Chicago Bears will travel to the west coast and play the San Francisco 49ers in front of a national audience on Sunday Night Football. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the game and the Bears' chances to win the NFC North this weekend
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December 26, 2025 at 4:07 PM
The Chicago Bears will travel to the west coast and play the San Francisco 49ers in front of a national audience on Sunday Night Football. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the game and the Bears' chances to win the NFC North this weekend
Streator Public Library has scheduled multiple programs for the week of Jan. 5-10, including educational workshops, children’s activities and creative programs.
Streator library plans January activities for all ages
Streator Public Library has scheduled multiple programs for the week of Jan. 5-10, including educational workshops, children’s activities and creative programs.
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December 26, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Streator Public Library has scheduled multiple programs for the week of Jan. 5-10, including educational workshops, children’s activities and creative programs.
Earlville Community Unit School District No. 9 has hired Jenette R. Fruit as superintendent beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.
Earlville names principal as new superintendent
Earlville Community Unit School District No. 9 has hired Jenette R. Fruit as superintendent beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.
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December 26, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Earlville Community Unit School District No. 9 has hired Jenette R. Fruit as superintendent beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.
Three Woodland High School students have been recognized as 2025-2026 Illinois State Scholars for their academic achievements.
Three Woodland students earn state scholar honors
Three Woodland High School students have been recognized as 2025-2026 Illinois State Scholars for their academic achievements.
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December 25, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Three Woodland High School students have been recognized as 2025-2026 Illinois State Scholars for their academic achievements.