January, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Week ending Jan. 20: Winnebago County home sales

By Rockford Sun | Jan 27, 2024

There were 54 reported residential sales in Winnebago County in the week ending Jan. 20, according to BlockShopper.com.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central SE Township of Pecatonica: Precinct Pecatonica 4

By Rockford Sun | Jan 27, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rockford Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 785 voters in Central SE Township of Pecatonica: Precinct Pecatonica 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Who voted in Central SE Township of Winnebago: Precinct Winnebago 4 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Rockford Sun | Jan 27, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rockford Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 576 voters in Central SE Township of Winnebago: Precinct Winnebago 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Rockford Sun area weekly mass times

By Rockford Sun | Jan 27, 2024

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

Addressing the True Cost of Soft-on-Crime Policies in Illinois

By Rockford Sun | Jan 27, 2024

On January 4, 61-year-old Vivian Morgan was tragically assaulted and later died from her injuries. Her attacker, Mijawon Johnson, had a long history of criminal activity but was repeatedly given short sentences and released back into the community. This case highlights the dangers of lenient policies towards crime and the impact they have on innocent people.According to John M. Cabello, Assistant Minority Leader and State Representative for Illinois' 90th House District, Vivian's death is a stark reminder of the true cost of soft-on-crime policies in Illinois. Cabello,...

In the 2021-22 school year, 33.2% of Prairie Hill Community Consolidated School District 133 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR

By Rockford Sun | Jan 27, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 33.2% of Prairie Hill Community Consolidated School District 133 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Rock Valley College Board of Trustees met Dec. 19

By Philip Gonzales | Jan 27, 2024

Rock Valley College Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Dec. 19

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Eastern Township of Rockton: Precinct Rockton 10

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rockford Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 612 voters in Eastern Township of Rockton: Precinct Rockton 10 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

1 gas station in cities throughout Winnebago County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Jan. 20

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

In the 2021-22 school year, 42.6% of Prairie Hill Community Consolidated School District 133 students failed the Math portion of the IAR

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 42.6% of Prairie Hill Community Consolidated School District 133 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How did Central City of South Beloit: Precinct Roscoe 5 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rockford Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 573 voters in Central City of South Beloit: Precinct Roscoe 5 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Migrant Crisis in Illinois Sparks Concern and Political Controversy

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

The Migrant Crisis has reached the state of Illinois, causing a stir among politicians and raising concerns about the handling of the situation. Republicans in the state have been warning about the potential issues associated with the influx of migrants, and now their concerns are being acknowledged by the press.Illinois Republicans are taking action by introducing a legislative package aimed at discouraging migrant arrivals. Their proposed measures seek to address the challenges posed by the crisis and ensure the state's resources are not overwhelmed. As one Republican...

Boone County residents have median age of 39 by 2021

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

Boone County residents have a median age of 39-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

The 2023-2024 schedule has been released for the Rockford Regents team

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

Rockford Regents bring 49 players to the field.

Firefighting Medal of Honor Application Period Now Open

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

The Firefighting Medal of Honor application period for 2024 has officially begun. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications by February 1, 2024. The review process will primarily focus on firefighters who have either lost their lives or sustained serious injuries while on duty. Additionally, exceptional acts of bravery and heroism demonstrated by firefighters during their service will also be taken into high consideration.The Firefighting Medal of Honor is a prestigious award that recognizes the outstanding dedication and sacrifice of firefighters....

Jajuan Cozark and Joel Brown, former Marshall Metropolitan High School standouts, played on Thursday, January 25 in NJCAA game

By Rockford Sun | Jan 26, 2024

The game took place in Rockford, Illinois.

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Week ending Jan. 20: Winnebago County home sales

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central SE Township of Pecatonica: Precinct Pecatonica 4

Who voted in Central SE Township of Winnebago: Precinct Winnebago 4 during 2020 Presidential Election?

Rockford Sun area weekly mass times

Addressing the True Cost of Soft-on-Crime Policies in Illinois

In the 2021-22 school year, 33.2% of Prairie Hill Community Consolidated School District 133 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR

Rock Valley College Board of Trustees met Dec. 19

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Eastern Township of Rockton: Precinct Rockton 10

1 gas station in cities throughout Winnebago County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Jan. 20

In the 2021-22 school year, 42.6% of Prairie Hill Community Consolidated School District 133 students failed the Math portion of the IAR

How did Central City of South Beloit: Precinct Roscoe 5 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

Migrant Crisis in Illinois Sparks Concern and Political Controversy

Boone County residents have median age of 39 by 2021

The 2023-2024 schedule has been released for the Rockford Regents team

Firefighting Medal of Honor Application Period Now Open

Rockford Public School District 205 Board of Education met Dec. 19

Winnebago County Board River Bluff Board of Directors met Dec. 19

City of Carlyle Employee Concerns Committee/City Council met December 18

On Thursday, January 25, former Auburn High School standout Adrian Agee’s college team won in an NJCAA game

Jajuan Cozark and Joel Brown, former Marshall Metropolitan High School standouts, played on Thursday, January 25 in NJCAA game

Which former Rockford Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 18?

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