Illinois Valley's 5 most-read stories: August 31 - Sept. 6

Joint practice provides measuring stick for Hall, Marquette

With the regular season less than a month away, Hall and Marquette squared off in a summer joint practice in Ottawa on Friday to gauge their development. The Red Devils and Crusaders left with confidence in their progress and a clearer picture of what still needs work.

Joliet man, woman found dead after confrontation: Police

Two people found with stab wounds early Sunday

Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital earns pediatric emergency accreditation

Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital recently earned the renewal of its Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics designation.

Lisle man charged with reckless homicide in fatal Fox River boat crash near McHenry

A Lisle man is facing a reckless homicide charge from a fatal boat crash Saturday on the Fox River near McHenry.

Kankakee bands raise $1,500 for tornado relief through summer concerts

Two Kankakee music groups raised over $1,500 for tornado victims through summer concert raffles and donations, with funds going to the United Way Emergency Response Fund to help residents affected by the March 10 tornado.