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Enrollment at Kings Consolidated School District 144 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Lee County taxpayers give $295,232 in County School Facility Tax in December 2024

In December 2024, Lee County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

State Sen. Chesney: ‘Five fire protection districts’ have been awarded small equipment grants

Andrew Chesney, a State Senator representing Illinois' District 45, announced that several departments within his district have received grants to purchase new equipment aimed at community improvement.

Senator Arellano addresses DOJ investigation into Mabley Developmental Center

State Senator Li Arellano, Jr. has commented on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) decision to investigate the Mabley Developmental Center.

How many lawyers were eligible to practice law in cities in Jo Daviess County in February?

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities in Jo Daviess County in February remained the same in comparison to the previous month.

Q4 2024: Cities within Ogle County recorded 20 lawyers in good standing

Cities within Ogle County recorded 20 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of the fourth quarter of 2024.

Creston Community Consolidated School District 161 welcomes 80 students in 2023-24 school year

Enrollment at Creston Community Consolidated School District 161 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Illinois Republicans criticize Democratic legislative priorities

For several weeks, the Democratic supermajority in Illinois has been engaged in debates against actions taken by President Donald Trump aimed at "Making America Great Again."

Tony McCombie welcomes Rabbi Mendy Turen for prayer at Illinois House

This week, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie welcomed Rabbi Mendy Turen from the Chabad Jewish Center of Springfield to lead the morning prayer before the Illinois House Chamber.

Whiteside County: Medicaid dependency reached 5.1% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.1% of income in Whiteside County, providing an average of $2,670 per capita to residents.

2023-24 school year sees 122 students enrolled at Lee Center Community Unit School District 271

Enrollment at Lee Center Community Unit School District 271 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lee County in week ending Mar. 15?

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Lee County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

State Sen. Chesney on biological males in female sports: 'It’s an issue of safety and fairness'

Illinois State Senator Andrew Chesney has expressed his belief that biological males should not compete in female sports due to "undeniable physical advantages, including higher muscle mass, which gives them an inherent edge."

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Jo Daviess County in week ending Mar. 15

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jo Daviess County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

City of Rochelle City Council met March 24

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Mar 25, 2025

City of Rochelle City Council met 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 24

City of Galena City Council met March 24

City of Galena City Council met Monday, March 24

City of Fulton City Council met March 24

City of Fulton City Council met Monday, March 24

City of Morrison City Council met Feb. 24

City of Morrison City Council met Monday, Feb. 24

City of Rochelle City Council met Feb. 24