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Q2 Recap: 42 parolees from Winnebago County convicted of crimes against persons released on parole

By D. G. Gibson | Aug 21, 2025

There were 42 offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Winnebago County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rockford Sun.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Winnebago County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 16

By R. K. Petty | Aug 21, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Week ending Aug. 30: 6 inmates sentenced in Winnebago County to be released from prison

By V. I. Quigley | Aug 21, 2025

There were six inmates who were sentenced in Winnebago County and are set to be released from prison in the week ending Aug. 30.

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Illinois DOGE Profile: Rock Valley College

By M. C. Sanchez | Aug 21, 2025

Rock Valley College, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive six grants totaling $28,316,100 in FY2024 for infrastructure improvements, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698, Public Act 103-0006).

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FOIA request sent to City of South Beloit regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By Rockford Sun | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of South Beloit regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Rockford regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By Rockford Sun | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Rockford regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Loves Park regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By Rockford Sun | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Loves Park regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Belvidere regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By Rockford Sun | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Belvidere regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Rockford regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By Rockford Sun | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Rockford regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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Q2 Recap: 4 parolees from Boone County convicted of sex crimes released on parole

By D. G. Gibson | Aug 20, 2025

There were four offenders convicted of sex crimes living in Boone County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rockford Sun.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Boone County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 16

By R. K. Petty | Aug 20, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Boone County in week ending Aug. 16?

By R. K. Petty | Aug 20, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Winnebago County in week ending Aug. 16

By R. K. Petty | Aug 20, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Week ending Aug. 30: 1 inmate sentenced in Boone County to be released

By V. I. Quigley | Aug 20, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Boone County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Aug. 30.

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Who are the Rockford Metro area high school alumni in action on Saturday, Aug. 23?

By N. R. Freeman | Aug 20, 2025

Saturday, Aug. 23 will feature competition from this former Rockford Metro area high school standout.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Boone County in week ending Aug. 9?

By R. K. Petty | Aug 19, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 9, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Boone County in week ending Aug. 9

By R. K. Petty | Aug 18, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 9, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois expands online licensing with more options available through CORE

By Rockford Sun | Aug 18, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has expanded its online licensing platform, known as CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment), completing the second phase of its rollout.

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Illinois governor signs SB 328; critics warn of potential lawsuit surge

By Rockford Sun | Aug 18, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker has signed Senate Bill 328 into law, a move that has prompted criticism from Republican lawmakers, business leaders, and watchdog groups.

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Rockford completes regional program for electric vehicle readiness

By Rockford Sun | Aug 18, 2025

The City of Rockford has completed the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and ComEd’s EV Readiness Program, a regional initiative aimed at preparing communities for electric vehicle (EV) adoption.