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Judge Joe McGraw, who is running for the 17th Congressional District, has voiced his concern over the escalating car theft incidents in Illinois. He stressed his commitment to public safety.

How did home valuation prices perform in Winnebago County in November 2023, compared to November 2022?

In November 2023, the median sale price of a home in Winnebago County rose by $15,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 9.4%.

Illinois Senate Week in Review: Dec. 11-15, 2023

Illinois State Police testified before a legislative panel this week regarding proposed rules for the enforcement of the state's "assault weapon" ban. The Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) heard from various agencies, including the Illinois State Police, on their proposed permanent rules for the ban. The temporary emergency rules currently remain in effect, and action on the proposed permanent rules will be held until the January meeting of JCAR. State Senator Dave Syverson expressed concerns about the confusion surrounding the banned firearms and accessories....

IL Commerce Commission Rejects Rate Hikes

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has made a decision to reject the proposed rate hikes by Ameren Illinois and ComEd, two major electric companies in the state. The rejection of these rate increases comes as a relief to customers who were facing the prospect of higher electric bills.According to a report from 25 News Now, the integrated grid plans put forward by Ameren Illinois and ComEd would have resulted in increased rates for customers. However, the ICC, which is responsible for regulating utilities in the state, has decided to deny these proposals.In response...

City of Rockford Traffic Commission met Oct. 11

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 15, 2023

City of Rockford Traffic Commission met Wednesday, Oct. 11

Winnebago County Board Public Safety and Judiciary Committee met Nov. 15

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 15, 2023

Winnebago County Board Public Safety and Judiciary Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 15

Machesney Park residents rank 97th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for September

Machesney Park residents paid $936,701 in sales taxes, ranking 97th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in September.

McGraw: ‘Everything from Christmas trees to groceries is more expensive this year’

Judge Joe McGraw, who is vying for the 17th Congressional District seat, has voiced his concerns about the escalating cost of living. He holds President Joe Biden and incumbent Representative Eric Sorensen responsible for what he describes as their "out-of-control spending agenda." McGraw underscored the increasing expenses and attributed the soaring prices to the economic policies of the present administration.

Boone County residents paid 20th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during 2022

Boone County residents paid $9.5 million in sales taxes, the 20th highest total paid per county in 2022.

IDOA’s Fall Covers for Spring Savings Program Applications Now Open

Applications for the IDOA's Fall Covers for Spring Savings Program are now open, allowing farmers to take advantage of this popular crop incentive program. The program, which aims to promote sustainable farming practices, provides financial incentives to farmers who plant cover crops in the fall to protect and enrich their soil for the spring planting season.Farmers who are interested in participating in the program are encouraged to pre-enroll and submit their applications early. The IDOA website, illinois.gov, is accepting pre-enrollment and applications starting from...

City of Rockford Finance & Personnel Committee met Oct. 10

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 14, 2023

City of Rockford Finance & Personnel Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 10

City of Carlyle Finance Committee met Nov. 13

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 14, 2023

City of Carlyle Finance Committee met Monday, Nov. 13

McGraw on border visit: ‘What I saw was horrifying, and it affects every single one of us’

Judge Joe McGraw, a candidate for the 17th Congressional District, recently shared his alarming experience after a recent visit to the southern border in Yuma, Arizona, calling it horrifying and insisting it affects every American.

Q3 2023 Recap: 5 parolees from Winnebago County convicted of financial crimes or fraud set for supervised release

There were five offenders convicted of financial crimes or fraud living in Winnebago County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rockford Sun.

Health Literacy Micro-Grant Opportunity for Community-Based Organizations

By Rockford Sun Report | Dec 13, 2023

The City of Rockford’s Health and Human Services Department is pleased to announce the availability of Health Literacy Micro-Grant for community-based organizations dedicated to promoting health literacy and COVID-19 adoption within our city. These micro-grants are designed to support initiatives that promote better understanding of health information and empower residents to make informed decisions about their well-being, including accessing the updated COVID-19 vaccine.

City of Rockford Code & Regulation Committee met Oct. 10

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 13, 2023

City of Rockford Code & Regulation Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 10

City of Carlyle City Council met Nov. 13

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 13, 2023

City of Carlyle City Council met Monday, Nov. 13

Paradise Honors High School was well-represented by Blessing Nwotite and two former teammates now on Rock Valley Golden Eagles during the NJCAA game on Tuesday, December 12

The game took place in Rockford, Illinois.

Nick Welcome, former Fulshear High School standout, played on Tuesday, December 12 in NCAA D3 game

The Rockford Regents won 81-70 in their NCAA D3 game against the Maranatha Baptist Sabercats on Tuesday, December 12.

On Tuesday, December 12, Boylan Catholic High School standout Kevin Diemer competed in NCAA D3 game