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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Wholesale Trade industry across Rockford Sun publication area

The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located across Rockford Sun publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

By Rockford Sun | Jun 30, 2025

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Rep. Cabello seeks input from residents through legislative survey

State Representative John M. Cabello is inviting residents of the 90th District to participate in his 2025-2026 Legislative Survey.

By Rockford Sun | Jun 30, 2025

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Pritzker announces bid for third term amid controversy over prisoner review board

By Rockford Sun | Jun 30, 2025

Last week, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced his intention to seek a third term in office.

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Cabello and McCombie host session wrap-up at Highland Community College

By Rockford Sun | Jun 30, 2025

State Representative John M. Cabello, serving as Assistant House Republican Leader, will host an End-of-Session Wrap-Up alongside House Republican Leader Tony McCombie.

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Illinois representative criticizes new tax hikes impacting families and businesses

By Rockford Sun | Jun 30, 2025

State Representative John M. Cabello has voiced strong opposition to the latest tax increases in Illinois, which are set to take effect on July 1st.

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Senator Syverson schedules traveling office hours for constituent engagement

By Rockford Sun | Jun 24, 2025

State Senator Dave Syverson is reaching out to constituents in the 35th Senate District through a series of Traveling Office Hours this summer.

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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Retail Trade industry across Rockford Sun publication area

By Rockford Sun | Jun 23, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Retail Trade employers across Rockford Sun publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Illinois governor signs largest spending plan amid criticism

By Rockford Sun | Jun 20, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker has signed into law Illinois' largest government spending plan, amounting to over $55 billion.

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Syverson and Keicher join lawsuit against SB 328 citing constitutional concerns

By Rockford Sun | Jun 18, 2025

State Senator Dave Syverson and State Representative Jeff Keicher have announced their support for a lawsuit filed in Sangamon County.

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How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry in Rockford Sun publication area during 2024?

By Rockford Sun | Jun 16, 2025

The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry located across Rockford Sun publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Illinois faces challenges with sanctuary policies and public corruption sentencing

By Rockford Sun | Jun 16, 2025

Governor J.B. Pritzker's recent visit to Washington, D.C., has put Illinois' sanctuary state policies under scrutiny.

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Senator criticizes Illinois' $55 billion budget signed by Governor Pritzker

By Rockford Sun | Jun 16, 2025

State Senator Dave Syverson has expressed concern following Governor JB Pritzker's approval of a $55 billion budget, marking the largest in Illinois history.

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Family Peace Center partners with Mercyhealth to aid domestic violence survivors

By Rockford Sun | Jun 13, 2025

The Family Peace Center has announced a new collaboration with Mercyhealth’s Family Medicine Residency Program.

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Governor Pritzker's sanctuary policies face criticism during Washington testimony

By Rockford Sun | Jun 12, 2025

As Governor JB Pritzker testifies in Washington regarding his sanctuary state agenda, there is significant debate over the implications of his policies.

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FOIA request sent to Winnebago County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By Rockford Sun | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Winnebago County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Boone County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By Rockford Sun | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Boone County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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Boone County taxpayers give $141,607 in Countywide Sales Tax in April

By Rockford Sun | Jun 6, 2025

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

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Illinois passes record-breaking $55 billion budget with new taxes

By Rockford Sun | Jun 6, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker's proposed budget, characterized by significant tax increases and financial strategies, has passed the General Assembly.

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Winnebago County taxpayers give just over $5.6 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in April

By Rockford Sun | Jun 5, 2025

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

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Cabello on defunding of NPR, PBS: ‘We shouldn't be using public money to further the Democrats' message’

By Rockford Sun reports | Jun 4, 2025

State Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) voiced strong support for President Trump’s executive order to cut federal funding to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which directly affects local NPR and PBS stations.