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Village of Machesney Park Planning and Zoning Commission met Sept. 25

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 25, 2023

Village of Machesney Park Planning and Zoning Commission met Monday, Sept. 25

Village of Rockton Administration Committee met September 18

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 24, 2023

Village of Rockton Administration Committee met 5:30 p.m. Monday, September 18.

Support More Illinois Nuclear Jobs

By Rockford Sun | Oct 24, 2023

State Representative Joe Sosnowski is advocating for the support of legislation that would allow for the construction of new nuclear power plants in Illinois. In an interview with 23 WIFR News, Rep. Sosnowski discussed the importance of lifting the ban on new nuclear construction and the potential benefits it could bring to the state.Rep. Sosnowski, who co-sponsored Senate Bill 76, expressed his enthusiasm for the legislation and its potential impact. He stated, "This bill is a crucial step towards creating more job opportunities in Illinois and boosting our economy. By...

Village of Pecatonica Public Works Committee met Aug. 21

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 24, 2023

Village of Pecatonica Public Works Committee met Monday, Aug. 21

City of Rockford Police Pension Fund Board met Sept. 21

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 24, 2023

City of Rockford Police Pension Fund Board met Thursday, Sept. 21

Winnebago County's student body comprised mostly of white students in 2021-22 school year

By Rockford Sun | Oct 23, 2023

The most prevalent ethnicity in Winnebago County student body in the 2021-22 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Boone County's student body comprised mostly of white students in 2021-22 school year

By Rockford Sun | Oct 23, 2023

In Boone County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Village of Pecatonica Village Board met Sept. 19

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 23, 2023

Village of Pecatonica Village Board met Tuesday, Sept. 19

Village of Rockton Board of Trustees met Sept. 19

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 23, 2023

Village of Rockton Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Sept. 19

Which former Rockford Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23?

By Rockford Sun | Oct 21, 2023

These former Rockford Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23.

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Rockford Sun area weekly mass times

By Rockford Sun | Oct 21, 2023

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

1 company in a city within Boone County received one inspection in Q3 2023

By Rockford Sun | Oct 21, 2023

There was one company in a city associated with Boone County that received an FDA inspection in the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Weiss Sentenced to 5 ½ Years For Bribery Scheme

By Rockford Sun | Oct 21, 2023

A federal judge has handed down a 5 ½ year prison sentence to corrupt businessman James T. Weiss for his involvement in a bribery scheme. Weiss was found guilty during a federal trial that concluded in June. The sentencing took place at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse in Chicago, where U.S. District Judge Steven Seeger made it clear that corruption is a stain on the city's reputation.In his ruling, Judge Seeger stated, "Mr. Weiss, you added another star to Chicago's walk of shame on the sidewalk of corruption." He emphasized that corruption is an embarrassment to the city...

Winnebago County weekly recap of home sales during week ending Oct. 14

By Rockford Sun | Oct 21, 2023

There were 90 reported residential sales in Winnebago County in the week ending Oct. 14, according to BlockShopper.com.

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 Board of Education met Aug. 17

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 21, 2023

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 Board of Education met Thursday, Aug. 17

Median home valuation prices in Winnebago County rose to $155,000 in September 2023 compared to September 2022

By Rockford Sun | Oct 20, 2023

In September 2023, the median sale price of a home in Winnebago County rose by $14,500 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 6.6%.

Friday night football: where to see the Hononegah Indians and 15 other local football teams play today - Oct. 20

By Rockford Sun | Oct 20, 2023

These teams from the Rockford Sun coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 7 p.m.

Importance of Mammograms Emphasized on National Mammography Day

By Rockford Sun | Oct 20, 2023

October 20, 2023Breast cancer is a serious health concern that affects millions of women worldwide. However, when detected early, the chances of survival increase significantly. According to the American Cancer Society, the 5-year relative survival rate for localized breast cancer is 99%. To promote early detection and raise awareness about the importance of mammograms, National Mammography Day is observed annually.Mammograms are a vital tool in detecting breast cancer in its early stages. They can often reveal a breast lump before it can be felt, enabling healthcare...