Tom Henson

What does it take to get banned from all Walmart properties? One woman from Ottawa knows, but police say her ban didn't stop 27-year-old Olivia Madden of Ottawa from allegedly committing retail theft at the Peru Walmart on Saturday afternoon. Madden also was hit with a charge of criminal trespassing. Joining her in allegedly shoplifting from the giant retailer was 47-year-old Marie Christensen of the same Ottawa address. The two were given notices to appear in court.

If you’re around La Salle on Saturday, December 16, you’re probably going to hear lots of sirens and see a lot of people running around trying to find out what’s going on. It'll be Officer Santa once again delivering presents to kids in need.

A highlight of the Christmas season opens Friday (Nov. 24) in historic downtown Ottawa. It's the annual Chris Kringle Market.

You're in the mood to buy gifts. You could go to the big-box stores, or do it all online. But why, when you can shop locally on Saturday and keep the dollars here?

Henry County Board and Farm Bureau Board member Tim Yager has announced a bid for the Illinois State Senate.

Are you in the market for a used dump truck? Maybe a snow blade, or a printer?

The 82nd anniversary of the Day of Infamy will be marked Saturday at the South Shore Boat Club. For the 44th year, the club will hold a Pearl Harbor Day

Saturday's fire at the La Salle High Rise has proved to be fatal.

There's far more to the holiday season than presents and parties. For many people all around us, it's just about having enough to eat. That's where Feed the Need comes

Just in time for the holidays, another scam to separate you from your money is making the rounds. The La Salle Police Department says this one takes a different approach, but the end game is the same.