Fire and Police Commission appoints Rebecca Tyo as Rockford’s new fire chief
Rebecca Tyo has been appointed as the new chief of the Rockford Fire Department following a unanimous vote by the Fire and Police Commission.
Illinois lawmakers return for fall veto session with major tax proposals possible
Lawmakers are set to return to Springfield this week for the scheduled Veto Session, which will take place from October 14 to 16 and resume from October 28 to 30.
Which Rockford Metro area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Tuesday, Oct. 14?
On Tuesday, Oct. 14, this former Rockford Metro area high school star will be competing.
- H-2A approvals for Rockford Sun publication area's Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry employers during 2024
- Boone County receives tentative property assessment equalization factor for tax year 2025
- Winnebago County collects just over $1.1 million in Countywide Sales Tax in August
- Boone County taxpayers give $253,062 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in August
- State Rep. Cabello criticizes governor over refusal to mobilize National Guard
Rep. John M. Cabello urges calm amid tensions at Illinois immigration facility
State Representative John M. Cabello (R-Machesney Park) has called for calm and de-escalation following reports of clashes outside a federal immigration facility in Broadview, Illinois.
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Illinois’ 35th District to receive over $300 million for road and bridge upgrades
Significant transportation investments are planned for Illinois' 35th Senate District in 2026, following the inclusion of several projects in the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) Multi-Year Road Program.
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Federal government shutdown raises concerns for Illinois residents
On October 1, the federal government shut down after Democrats rejected a bipartisan plan that would have kept it open.
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Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 43% of Winnebago County’s districts student body in 2023-24 school year
In the 2023-24 school year, 43% of students enrolled in Winnebago County school districts identified as white.
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October marks national effort to raise awareness about breast cancer
October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, focusing on encouraging screening, education, and prevention for breast cancer, which is the second most common cancer among women in the United States.
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Illinois leads nation in pumpkin production with over 485 million pounds harvested
Illinois remains the top pumpkin-producing state in the country, with farmers harvesting more than 485 million pounds of pumpkins in 2024, according to the USDA.
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Boone County residents pay $133,627 in County Sales Tax in August
In August, Boone County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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How many white students were enrolled in Boone County districts in 2023-24 school year?
In Boone County school districts, 4,342 white students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
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Winnebago County residents pay $268,123 in County Sales Tax in August
In August, Winnebago County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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How many Pacific Islander students were enrolled in Winnebago County districts in 2023-24 school year?
In the 2023-24 school year, less than 1% of students enrolled in Winnebago County school districts identified as Pacific Islander.
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Winnebago County collects approximately $5.7 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in August
In August, Winnebago County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.
