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How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Lee County in March?

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

There were 14 lawyers in good standing in cities within Lee County as of March.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Southeastern Township of Dixon: Precinct Dixon 3

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 416 voters in Southeastern Township of Dixon: Precinct Dixon 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Who voted in Central Township of Lee Center: Precinct Lee Center during 2020 Presidential Election?

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 291 voters in Central Township of Lee Center: Precinct Lee Center cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 60.2% more than teachers in Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211 was $111,205 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $69,430, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

1 gas station in cities throughout Carroll County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 6

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Carroll County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Southern Township of Ridott: Precinct Ridott 01

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 676 voters in Southern Township of Ridott: Precinct Ridott 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Weekly News from Leader McCombie

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie criticized Democrats for prioritizing a ban on kangaroos over important Republican bills during a legislative session day that was abruptly canceled in the House of Representatives. McCombie expressed her disappointment, stating, “The priorities of this chamber are upside down and it’s immoral to leave early while so much work remains.”McCombie also highlighted the imbalance in the consideration of bills, noting that while House Republicans were focused on issues like providing relief for working families and public safety, Democrats...

The House is in Session

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

The House is back in session today starting at noon; legislative session is scheduled through Friday. Stay in touch with the action by following the live feed of the House Floor here.