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Winnebago County districts had 1,267 Asian students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within Boone County in September compared to previous month

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Boone County in September compared to the previous month.

Illinois sees population decrease by 93,000 in latest migration report

The latest data on state-to-state migration indicates a significant decrease in Illinois' population, with 93,000 fewer residents recorded over the past year. This decline has sparked discussions on the need for policy changes aimed at reducing taxes and regulations that may be contributing to the exodus of families and businesses from the state.

Joe Sosnowski receives agriculture award from local farm bureau

The Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau has awarded the 2024 Friend of Agriculture Award to State Representative Joe Sosnowski. The presentation took place at the Farm Bureau office on South Meridian Road.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Winnebago County in week ending Oct. 12?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

There were 54 Asian students enrolled in Boone County districts in 2022-23 school year

In the 2022-23 school year, less than 1% of students enrolled in Boone County school districts identified as Asian.

Illinois State Police mourns death of Trooper Corey S. Thompsen

Illinois State Police Trooper Corey S. Thompsen has died following a collision while on duty. The 28-year-old officer was conducting traffic enforcement in Champaign County when a truck entered an intersection and hit his motorcycle. Despite immediate assistance from a witness and first responders, Thompsen was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Illinois launches kiosks for ID renewal and vehicle sticker purchases

The Illinois Secretary of State has introduced a new program allowing residents to renew their ID or driver's license and purchase vehicle stickers at kiosks located in shopping areas. For more information and to find kiosk locations, individuals are encouraged to visit ILSOS.gov/kiosks.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Boone County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 12

By Rockford Sun | Oct 20, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Boone County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Winnebago County in week ending Oct. 12

By Rockford Sun | Oct 20, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Which former Rockford Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

By Rockford Sun | Oct 20, 2024

These former Rockford Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Boone County in week ending Oct. 12?

By Rockford Sun | Oct 19, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Village of Rockton Board of Trustees met Sept. 17

Village of Rockton Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Sept. 17

Winnebago County Board Operations & Administrative Committee met Sept. 19

Winnebago County Board Operations & Administrative Committee met Thursday, Sept. 19

City of Rockford Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board met Sept. 17

City of Rockford Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board met Tuesday, Sept. 17

City of Rockford Zoning Board of Appeals met Sept. 17

City of Rockford Zoning Board of Appeals met Tuesday, Sept. 17

Village of Rockton Budget & Finance Committee met Sept. 17