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McCombie Legislation to Address Chronic Wasting Disease Clears House Committees

SPRINGFIELD — Two pieces of legislation introduced by House Minority Leader Tony McCombie to address concerns over sharpshooting to manage Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)...

Blood Drive Today at Central Bank Illinois in Rochelle

ROCHELLE - Today, the Rock River Valley Blood Center’s blood drive is taking place at Central Bank Illinois – Rochelle Branch, from 11:00 AM...

Rochelle City Council to Debate Mural Design Tonight

ROCHELLE – The Rochelle City Council will get a look at two revised mural proposals for the second story of a downtown building tonight....

Rockford Home Sales Rise as Statewide Market Sees Modest Growth

ROCKFORD  – Home sales in Rockford increased by 11% in February 2025 compared to the previous year, while statewide sales saw a slight uptick....

Legislation Would Increase the Pay for In-Home Health Services Workers 

SPRINGFIELD -  Workers in the Illinois Department of Aging’s Community Care Program are calling for higher taxes to pay for higher wages. The program,...

Illinois Agency Fails to Release Child Death and Injury Reports

SPRINGFIELD - The state agency responsible for keeping Illinois’ most vulnerable children safe has failed to produce legally required public reports of child deaths...

Central Bank Illinois Blood Drive Monday

ROCHELLE - You can join the Rock River Valley Blood Center for a blood drive at Central Bank Illinois in Rochelle on Monday 11:00...

Increasing Number of Illinois Small Businesses Worry About Tariffs Impact

CHICAGO - A new survey shows an increasing number of small businesses in Illinois expect revenue losses due to shifting U.S. trade policies. The...

Americans Buying Fewer Convenience Store Snacks

CHICAGO -  Americans are buying less at convenience stores.  Sales dropped by more than four percent over the past 12 months, according to market-research...

IPASS Sticker Event Today in Byron

BYRON - The Byron Public Library will be helping motorists switch from plastic IPASS transponders to the new sticker system today.  The free event...