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Free Museum Pass Available for 89th District Residents

By NW Illinois News | Oct 31, 2023

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is reminding families in her 89th District to take advantage of the 'Constituent Education Resource Card' she made available earlier this year. This pass allows constituents to visit select museums and zoos in the Chicagoland area."If you and your family are interested in visiting some of Chicago’s world-class museums this holiday season, you can reserve the Constituent Education Resource Card on a first come first serve basis," said McCombie.The pass grants access to a variety of renowned institutions, including the Adler...

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Median home valuation prices in Stephenson County rose to $124,000 in September 2023 compared to September 2022

By NW Illinois News | Oct 31, 2023

In September 2023, the median sale price of a home in Stephenson County rose by $18,750 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 4.5%.

City of Rock Falls Ordinance/License/Personnel/Safety Committee met September 28

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 31, 2023

City of Rock Falls Ordinance/License/Personnel/Safety Committee met 5:30 p.m. Thursday, September 28.

City of Polo City Council met Oct. 2

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 31, 2023

City of Polo City Council met Monday, Oct. 2

City of Dixon Veterans Memorial Park Commission met Sept. 27

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 31, 2023

City of Dixon Veterans Memorial Park Commission met Wednesday, Sept. 27

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Weekly News from Leader McCombie: Legislative Session, Support for Israel, Staff Unionization, Sanctuary State Crisis, New State Agency, Medicare 101 Events, Coat Drive, Office Hours, Free Museum Pass

By NW Illinois News | Oct 30, 2023

Oct 30 2023We concluded the first week of legislative veto session in Springfield and lawmakers will head back to the Capitol to round out the legislative year on November 7th. Until then, I am excited to launch some holiday-geared programs like our upcoming coat drive. The start of November always feels like the start of the holiday season and this drive is our opportunity to give back. Check out the details below!Legislative Veto Session ConcludesAfter the first week of veto session in the Illinois House concluded Wednesday afternoon, there are still a number of...

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Donate Winter Clothing This November

By NW Illinois News | Oct 30, 2023

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is organizing a November Coat Drive to collect new or gently used winter coats, as well as hats, gloves, and scarves. The donations will be accepted in all sizes, from infant to adult, and will be distributed to area families in need through the Regional Office of Education."We are calling on the community to join us in this important initiative," said Leader McCombie. "By donating your gently used winter clothing, you can make a significant difference in the lives of those who are less fortunate."Residents in the 89th District can...

City of Rochelle City Council met Sept. 25

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 30, 2023

City of Rochelle City Council met Monday, Sept. 25

City of Rock Falls Utility Committee met Sept. 25

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 30, 2023

City of Rock Falls Utility Committee met Monday, Sept. 25

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Which former NW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30?

By NW Illinois News | Oct 28, 2023

These former NW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30.

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Home sales during week ending Oct. 21 in Lee County

By NW Illinois News | Oct 28, 2023

There were seven reported residential sales in Lee County in the week ending Oct. 21, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Home sales in Carroll County in week ending Oct. 21

By NW Illinois News | Oct 28, 2023

There were six reported residential sales in Carroll County in the week ending Oct. 21, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Recent Whiteside County home sales in week ending Oct. 21

By NW Illinois News | Oct 28, 2023

There were 10 reported residential sales in Whiteside County in the week ending Oct. 21, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Carroll County residents rank 80th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for July

By NW Illinois News | Oct 28, 2023

Carroll County residents paid $99,008 in sales taxes, ranking 80th in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

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NW Illinois News area weekly mass times

By NW Illinois News | Oct 28, 2023

The following parishes in the NW Illinois News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Week ending Oct. 21: Ogle County home sales

By NW Illinois News | Oct 28, 2023

There were two reported residential sales in Ogle County in the week ending Oct. 21, according to BlockShopper.com.

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House Republicans Push to Repeal the TRUST Act in Response to Migrant Crisis in Illinois

By NW Illinois News | Oct 28, 2023

In response to the increasing number of migrants coming to Illinois, House Republicans are advocating for the repeal of the TRUST Act, which made Illinois a sanctuary state for undocumented immigrants. The legislation aims to allow local law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal immigration authorities and address the challenges posed by the influx of undocumented immigrants.According to the Federation for American Immigration Reform, there are approximately 628,000 undocumented immigrants in Illinois, costing taxpayers around $2.9 billion annually. House...

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Falling home valuation prices in Carroll County in September 2023 compared to September 2022

By NW Illinois News | Oct 27, 2023

In September 2023, the median sale price of a home in Carroll County fell by $44,551 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 366.7%.

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Whiteside County collects $71,217 in County Sales Tax in July

By NW Illinois News | Oct 27, 2023

In July, Whiteside County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Stephenson County: White students were most represented ethnicity in 2021-22 school year

By NW Illinois News | Oct 27, 2023

The most prevalent ethnicity in Stephenson County student body in the 2021-22 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.