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FOIA request sent to Carroll County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By B. L. Murphy | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Carroll County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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Freeport Athletics reports volleyball and tennis losses for girls' teams on September 24

By D. I. Pruitt | Sep 24, 2025

Freeport Athletics shared updates on September 24, detailing losses for its girls’ volleyball and tennis teams against Hononegah and Harlem respectively.

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FOIA request sent to Ogle County Sheriff's Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By B. L. Murphy | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Ogle County Sheriff's Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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McCombie criticizes governor's executive order on budget cuts and spending

By D. I. Pruitt | Sep 24, 2025

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker’s recent Executive Order, which directs state agencies to identify potential cuts of up to 4% from the Fiscal Year 2026 General Funds appropriations.

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FOIA request sent to Whiteside County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By D. I. Pruitt | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Whiteside County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Lee County Sheriff's Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Lee County Sheriff's Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Jo Daviess County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By B. L. Murphy | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Jo Daviess County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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Which Northwest Illinois area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Saturday, Sept. 27?

By R. R. Burrell | Sep 24, 2025

On Saturday, Sept. 27, these former Northwest Illinois area high school stars will be competing.

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Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Stephenson County?

By M. K. Cox | Sep 23, 2025

There were 12 offenders living in Stephenson County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by NW Illinois News.

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Illinois lawmakers propose “Charlie Kirk Day”; harvest permits open; IPASS event set in Galena

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 23, 2025

Legislation has been introduced in the Illinois Senate to establish “Charlie Kirk Day” on September 10 each year.

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Illinois deer hunting archery season begins October 1; firearm season follows

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 23, 2025

Hunting season is approaching in Illinois, with archery season set to begin on October 1.

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How many Black students were enrolled in Lee County districts in 2023-24 school year?

By K. K. Bird | Sep 23, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 2.2% of students enrolled in Lee County school districts identified as Black.

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Freeport Athletics posts results from football and golf competitions

By B. L. Murphy | Sep 23, 2025

Freeport Athletics shared updates on three recent high school sports events on September 22-23, including wins by their football and boys varsity golf teams and a narrow loss in girls varsity flag football.

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City of Mt. Carroll City Council met Sept. 23

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 23, 2025

City of Mt. Carroll City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 23.

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Week ending Oct. 4: 1 inmate sentenced in Ogle County to be released

By B. F. Aragon | Sep 23, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Ogle County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Oct. 4.

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How many Black students were enrolled in Jo Daviess County districts in 2023-24 school year?

By K. K. Bird | Sep 22, 2025

In Jo Daviess County school districts, 31 Black students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Senator Chesney awards $500 scholarship to Scales Mound High School Trap Team

By B. L. Murphy | Sep 22, 2025

Senator Andrew Chesney, a Republican representing Illinois' 45th Senate District, recently awarded a $500 scholarship to the Scales Mound High School Trap Team.

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Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Whiteside County?

By M. K. Cox | Sep 22, 2025

There were 11 offenders living in Whiteside County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by NW Illinois News.

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Freeport Athletics shares football highlight and swim win in late September posts

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 22, 2025

Freeport Athletics posted updates about recent football and girls varsity swimming events at Freeport High School on September 20 and September 22, respectively.

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Chesney criticizes governor’s rhetoric amid calls for civility after Charlie Kirk shooting

By D. I. Pruitt | Sep 22, 2025

America is currently experiencing heightened political tensions, with concerns growing over the impact of divisive rhetoric on public discourse and safety.