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Rep. Brad Fritts completes annual summer tour with over 50 district stops

By NW Illinois News | Sep 2, 2025

State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) has completed his 2025 Summer Tour, which included 52 stops throughout his district.

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Freeport Athletics highlights varsity football victories and flag football tournament success

By NW Illinois News | Sep 2, 2025

Freeport Athletics posted updates on August 30 and September 2, celebrating wins by both their varsity football and flag football teams.

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Brad Fritts acknowledges workers’ contributions on Labor Day

By NW Illinois News | Sep 1, 2025

On Labor Day, Illinois State Representative Brad Fritts extended his recognition to the working men and women whose efforts have contributed to building communities across the nation.

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Rep. Brad Fritts announces annual hunter safety course dates in Rochelle

By NW Illinois News | Aug 29, 2025

Illinois State Representative Brad Fritts has announced the annual Hunter Safety Course will take place at the Rochelle Wildlife Conservation Club on September 20 and 21.

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Freeport Athletics shares recent sports results and event updates for late August

By NW Illinois News | Aug 29, 2025

Freeport Athletics provided updates on girls flag football and boys soccer results as well as a football game announcement between August 28 and August 29, 2025.

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McCombie urges changes to state energy policy amid concerns over costs

By NW Illinois News | Aug 28, 2025

Last week, a Senate hearing on energy policy highlighted concerns over the impact of current state policies on Illinois families and businesses.

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Freeport Athletics reports varsity volleyball win and other sports results

By NW Illinois News | Aug 28, 2025

Freeport Athletics announced recent outcomes for girls varsity volleyball, boys varsity golf, and girls flag football teams in late August 2025.

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Tony McCombie issues statement after Annunciation Catholic School tragedy in Minneapolis

By NW Illinois News | Aug 27, 2025

In response to a tragedy at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie issued a statement expressing sorrow and support for those affected. “My heart breaks for the students, teachers, families, and parish...

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Freeport Athletics shares results from volleyball and soccer matches in late August

By NW Illinois News | Aug 27, 2025

Freeport Athletics reported on recent sports events at Freeport High School via social media posts dated August 26 and August 27, highlighting results from girls’ volleyball and boys’ soccer competitions against Harlem and Pecatonica respectively

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City of Dixon seeks seasonal workers for Public Works Department

By NW Illinois News | Aug 27, 2025

The City of Dixon Public Works Department is seeking to hire seasonal employees for the remainder of the 2025 season.

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Freeport Athletics reports defeats for golf, volleyball and tennis teams on August 25

By NW Illinois News | Aug 26, 2025

Freeport Athletics announced on August 25 that its boys varsity golf team lost to Hononegah, the girls junior varsity volleyball team fell to North Boone High School, and the girls varsity tennis team was defeated by Sycamore High School.

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Freeport Athletics reports wins and losses for girls’ teams in late August matches

By NW Illinois News | Aug 26, 2025

Freeport Athletics posted updates on August 26 and August 27 about recent girls’ volleyball and flag football games involving Freeport High School teams.

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McCombie criticizes Pritzker's comments on public safety and calls for real solutions

By NW Illinois News | Aug 26, 2025

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie responded to Governor J.B. Pritzker’s recent press conference, in which the governor criticized President Donald Trump and highlighted what he described as record levels of public safety in Illinois.

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Dixon Public Library seeks part-time clerk; applications open until filled

By NW Illinois News | Aug 26, 2025

The Dixon Public Library has announced an opening for a part-time Library Clerk position.

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Rep. Brad Fritts wraps up summer tour; announces fall outreach events

By NW Illinois News | Aug 25, 2025

State Representative Bradley J. Fritts has concluded his 2025 Summer Tour, thanking community members and local organizations for their participation in a series of events across the district. “Life is incredibly busy, and I appreciate you taking...

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Senator Arellano meets with district groups ahead of legislative session

By NW Illinois News | Aug 25, 2025

State Senator Li Arellano Jr. has spent recent weeks meeting with various organizations and community leaders throughout Illinois' 37th District as he prepares to return to Springfield for the legislative session.

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Illinois enacts law requiring corrections transparency through annual public reporting

By NW Illinois News | Aug 25, 2025

A new law in Illinois will require the Department of Corrections (IDOC) to publish annual reports on contraband, substance use, overdoses, and medical responses inside state correctional facilities.

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Leader McCombie outlines policy responses on energy costs, education choice & senior issues

By NW Illinois News | Aug 25, 2025

This summer, many Illinois residents have seen significant increases in their electric bills.

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Arellano pledges action on high property taxes ahead of next legislative session

By NW Illinois News | Aug 25, 2025

Illinois State Senator Li Arellano Jr. has announced his intention to address high property taxes in the upcoming legislative session.

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Pritzker signs HB 460 extending college aid to undocumented immigrants

By NW Illinois News | Aug 25, 2025

Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed House Bill 460 into law, making undocumented immigrants eligible for taxpayer-funded scholarships, grants, and stipends in Illinois.