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Winnebago County responsible for 5th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

Winnebago County residents paid approximately $7.2 million in sales taxes, the fifth highest total paid per county in July.

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 12, 2025

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

Boone County residents paid approximately $1.1 million in sales taxes, the 20th highest total paid per county in July.

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 12, 2025

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Winnebago County residents pay just over $1.1 million in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By M. S. Malone | Sep 7, 2025

In July, Winnebago County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Riverfront Museum Park

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 6, 2025

Riverfront Museum Park, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $6,000,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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$139,978 in County Sales Tax collected in July for Boone County

By M. S. Malone | Sep 6, 2025

In July, Boone County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Syverson highlights economic impact as Hard Rock Casino marks one year in Rockford

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 5, 2025

State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) marked the first anniversary of the Hard Rock Casino in Rockford, highlighting its impact on the region since opening. “I worked for 20 years to make this project a reality and it was worth the wait.

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Boone County taxpayers give $161,687 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By M. S. Malone | Sep 5, 2025

In July, Boone County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Inside Rockford Art Museum—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 5, 2025

Rockford Art Museum, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $250,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Federal government sues Illinois over financial aid for undocumented students

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 5, 2025

Illinois is facing a new federal lawsuit over its decision to provide taxpayer-funded financial aid and in-state tuition to undocumented students.

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Illinois Senate Republicans introduce rebate program for utility relief

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 5, 2025

In light of increasing electricity rates across Illinois, Senate Republicans have introduced new legislation aimed at easing the financial burden on families facing higher utility bills.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful, Inc.

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 4, 2025

Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful, Inc., a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $30,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Boone County taxpayers give $259,134 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in July

By M. S. Malone | Sep 4, 2025

In July, Boone County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Winnebago County taxpayers give $255,996 in County Sales Tax in July

By M. S. Malone | Sep 3, 2025

In July, Winnebago County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Government-backed nonprofit Northwest Community Center profiled

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 3, 2025

Northwest Community Center, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $40,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Sen. Syverson recognized for longtime support at Boone County Fair dinner

By P. S. Fischer | Sep 3, 2025

State Senator Dave Syverson was honored at the Boone County Fair Appreciation Dinner for his long-standing support of the county fair.

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Illinois offers tax credits for back-to-school expenses for families and educators

By Rockford Sun | Sep 2, 2025

As students across Illinois return to school, families and educators have access to tax credits aimed at reducing education-related expenses.

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Winnebago County collects approximately $5.8 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in July

By M. S. Malone | Sep 2, 2025

In July, Winnebago County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Shelter Care Ministries

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 2, 2025

Shelter Care Ministries, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $30,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Illinois faces scrutiny after ending cash bail as senator calls for repeal

By Rockford Sun | Sep 2, 2025

Illinois’ decision to eliminate cash bail is drawing national attention following an executive order signed by President Trump on August 25.

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$519,058 in County School Facility Tax collected in July for Boone County

By M. S. Malone | Sep 2, 2025

In July, Boone County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.