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Republicans propose bills to repeal Illinois TRUST Act and cut immigrant healthcare benefits

By Rockford Sun | Mar 28, 2025

Republican lawmakers in Illinois' 104th General Assembly are campaigning against the state's Sanctuary State policy.

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Illinois Republicans contest redistricting in Supreme Court

By Rockford Sun | Mar 28, 2025

House Republicans in Illinois are actively pursuing a legal battle against the state's redistricting process, raising concerns over alleged gerrymandering by the Democratic party.

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Winnebago County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By Rockford Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Municipal officials in Winnebago County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

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Legislation reintroduced to honor slain Rockford postal worker Jay Larson

By Rockford Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Today, representatives Darin LaHood and Eric Sorensen have reintroduced a bill in the United States Congress to rename the Harrison Avenue Post Office in Rockford in honor of Jay Larson.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Boone County in week ending Mar. 15?

By Rockford Sun | Mar 25, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois sees surge in public sector employment amid concerns

By Rockford Sun | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois has experienced a significant increase in government jobs over the past two years, raising concerns about sustainability and resource allocation.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Winnebago County in week ending Mar. 15?

By Rockford Sun | Mar 24, 2025

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois GOP urges IHSA policy clarity; homeschoolers protest regulation

By Rockford Sun | Mar 24, 2025

State Republican lawmakers in Illinois have reached out to the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) with a letter urging clarity on policies regarding transgender athletes.

**** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Department of Public Health Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025 **

By Rockford Sun | Mar 24, 2025

** FOIA Request to Illinois Department of Public Health Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Boone County in week ending Mar. 15?

By Rockford Sun | Mar 23, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 H-1B petition filed by employers classified under Wholesale Trade industry across Rockford Sun publication area in 2024

By Rockford Sun | Mar 23, 2025

An employer classified under the Wholesale Trade industry based in the Rockford Sun publication area submitted one H-1B petition during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Winnebago County in week ending Mar. 15?

By Rockford Sun | Mar 23, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Sincere Parker, former Rockford East High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, March 22 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Rockford Sun | Mar 23, 2025

The game took place in Amica Mutual Pavilion.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Winnebago County in week ending Mar. 15

By Rockford Sun | Mar 22, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rockford Sun area weekly mass times

By Rockford Sun | Mar 22, 2025

The following parishes in the Rockford Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Boone County: Income Maintenance made up 2.2% of total income in 2022

By Rockford Sun | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.2% of income in Boone County, providing an average of $1,237 per capita to residents.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Boone County in week ending Mar. 15?

By Rockford Sun | Mar 21, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Winnebago County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 15

By Rockford Sun | Mar 21, 2025

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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LaHood welcomes SBA Administrator Loeffler on manufacturing tour in Peoria

By Rockford Sun | Mar 21, 2025

Congressman Darin LaHood recently welcomed Kelly Loeffler, the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), to Peoria, Illinois, as part of her Manufacturing in America Road Tour.

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Sincere Parker, former Rockford East High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 20 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Rockford Sun | Mar 21, 2025

Their team entered the tournament as a 12 seed.