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The project is expected to last several weeks.
A Rochelle man is accused of leaving the scene of a crash back in October 2025.
Budget shortfall prompts transportation changes at two elementary schools.
The duo is accused of dismembering Dalewayne Turner, 38, and dumping parts of his body in Lake Mattoon.
A project to create more senior housing in Machesney Park is awarded 9% tax credits by the state.
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WCAS says the event comes as the shelter reaches critical capacity.
For-profit college chain to pay more than $1M to resolve allegations of inflated graduation statistics.
The cash-only restaurant posted on Facebook early Tuesday morning, saying someone broke in and stole items.
WIFR Washington Correspondent Jon Decker reports on Day 1 of the NATO Summit in Turkey.
A proposal to combine the City of Beloit Fire Department and the Town of Beloit Fire Department is headed to the Beloit City Council after the Town of Beloit Board voted to advance the proposal.
The law builds on legislation passed in California and New York to create a state-driven national standard
With this year’s Brat Days quickly approaching, event leaders say they took a hard look at their plans so if severe weather hits again, the team will be ready.
Hampshire police need help finding the driver who hit and killed a bicyclist early Monday morning on U.S. Route 20.
The children who died were ages 6, 7 and 10, according to authorities.
Miranda Joiner, 30, was found unresponsive in her jail cell on Dec. 7, 2025.
Rockford police search for a 29-year-old man accused of shooting at a driver and chasing after him with a gun.
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A 16-year-old faces multiple charges following an investigation involving reckless driving and a stolen vehicle.
2026 marks the 55th year of Alpine Kiwanis Brat Days, a triumphant return after storms wrecked last year’s celebrations.
A Monroe Center man faces charges after he allegedly drew a sword in a disturbance Friday, Ogle County deputies said.
You’d be hard-pressed to find a pup filled with as much affection and energy as 1-year-old Sprecker. And we dare you not to fall in love with him.
A car hit a tree in South Beloit early Monday, the Winnebago County Coroner's Office is on scene.
Drivers who use the Roscoe Road bridge over the Rock River should prepare for a months-long closure starting Monday, July 6.
Rockford’s Fourth of July celebration brought parades, live entertainment and fireworks to downtown Saturday.
Bright and beautiful Monday ahead for the Rockford region
Memorial Baptist Church held a special service to commemorate America’s 250th birthday.
