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Rep. Sosnowski criticizes new FY25 Illinois state budget

By Rockford Sun | May 31, 2024

State Representative Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford, issued a statement following the passage of the FY25 state budget by the Illinois House of Representatives in the early morning hours on Wednesday.

Illinois General Assembly passes record-breaking budget amid controversy

By Rockford Sun | May 31, 2024

The Illinois General Assembly has passed Governor JB Pritzker’s budget, which includes nearly a billion dollars in new taxes. The budget sets a record for government spending at just over $53 billion, marking an increase of nearly $13 billion, or 32%, since Pritzker took office.

Illinois allocates nearly $1 billion on migrant support amidst record-breaking budget

By Rockford Sun | May 31, 2024

On May 29, 2024, the Illinois General Assembly approved a $53.1 billion budget, marking the largest spending plan in state history. Among its allocations, nearly $1 billion is designated for migrant, non-citizen, and refugee support—three times more than what is allocated for veterans.

Rockford receives Gold Bell Seal for workplace mental health from MHA

By Rockford Sun | May 31, 2024

The City of Rockford has been awarded a 2024 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America (MHA). The Bell Seal is a workplace mental health certification recognizing employers that strive to create mentally healthy environments for their employees.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Winnebago County in week ending May 18

By Rockford Sun | May 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rockford Sun area weekly mass times

By Rockford Sun | May 30, 2024

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

7.9% of Winnebago County residents considered unemployed in 2021

By Rockford Sun | May 30, 2024

The unemployment rate in Winnebago County hit 7.9% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

Village of Machesney Park Public Improvements & Safety Committee met May 20

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 30, 2024

Village of Machesney Park Public Improvements & Safety Committee met 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 20.

Rep. John M. Cabello opposes record-breaking FY2025 Illinois state budget

By Rockford Sun | May 30, 2024

Illinois State Representative and Assistant Minority Leader John M. Cabello (R-Machesney Park) cast a decisive "no" vote against the State of Illinois FY2025 budget, marking it as the largest partisan spending plan in state history at $53.1 billion. Rep. Cabello articulated his objections to various components of the budget, expressing concerns over its potential adverse effects on Illinois residents.

Rep Cabello opposes $1 billion in tax hikes for FY2025 budget

By Rockford Sun | May 30, 2024

SPRINGFIELD – Assistant Minority Leader and State Representative John M. Cabello voiced opposition to the State of Illinois FY2025 Budget and $1 billion in tax hikes in the early morning hours of May 29, 2024.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Winnebago County in week ending May 25?

By Rockford Sun | May 28, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.