NW Illinois News

City of Rock Falls Utility Committee met Jan. 22

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 25, 2024

City of Rock Falls Utility Committee met Monday, Jan. 22

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Stephenson County in week ending Jan. 20

By NW Illinois News | Jan 25, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Stephenson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

31.2% of Morrison Community Unit School District 6 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year

By NW Illinois News | Jan 25, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 31.2% of Morrison Community Unit School District 6 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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

By NW Illinois News | Jan 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 474 voters in Central Township of Jordan: Precinct Jordan cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Ogle County residents pay $1.4 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2022

By NW Illinois News | Jan 25, 2024

In 2022, Ogle County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

Test expectations: How many River Bend Community Unit School District 2 students failed to meet the Math IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By NW Illinois News | Jan 25, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 76.4% of River Bend Community Unit School District 2 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

1 gas station in cities throughout Jo Daviess County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Jan. 20

By NW Illinois News | Jan 25, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jo Daviess County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

District 37 State Senate candidate Chris Bishop to host Meet and Greet at the Rusty Fox Alehouse & Wine Bar in Sterling

By NW Illinois News | Jan 25, 2024

Chris Bishop, a candidate for the District 37 State Senate, is extending an invitation to the public for a Meet & Greet event on Thursday, Feb. 1, at The Rusty Fox Alehouse & Wine Bar. The event is being hosted by Jim Wise and Mary Oros with the intention of offering residents of District 37 an opportunity to interact with Bishop, pose questions and discuss pertinent issues.

Rep. Fritts Honors Total Construction Services for January Local Business Highlight

By NW Illinois News | Jan 25, 2024

DIXON- State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) has chosen Total Construction Services in Sterling as his January 2024 local business highlight. Rep. Fritts took the opportunity to tour the business and present owner Troy Hernandez with a certificate of appreciation for their outstanding contributions to the community.Rep. Fritts commended Total Construction Services for their extensive community outreach efforts, stating, "This month, I honored Total Construction Services because of their extensive community outreach efforts. TCS has been involved in the community...

City of Byron Community Services Committee met January 3

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jan 25, 2024

City of Byron Community Services Committee met 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 3.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Ogle County in week ending Jan. 20?

By NW Illinois News | Jan 24, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Ogle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Ogle County in week ending Jan. 20

By NW Illinois News | Jan 24, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Ogle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Eastern Township of Sterling: Precinct Sterling 10

By NW Illinois News | Jan 24, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 374 voters in Eastern Township of Sterling: Precinct Sterling 10 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

37th State Senate District candidate Arellano: ‘Jeanne Ives and the Parents Matter Coalition are spreading petitions to get an amendment on the ballot’

By NW Illinois News | Jan 24, 2024

Li Arellano, a candidate for the 37th State Senate District, has publicly backed the Parents Matter Coalition's initiative to introduce a parental rights amendment on the November 2024 ballot in Illinois. Arellano expressed solidarity with Jeanne Ives and the coalition, emphasizing the importance of parents receiving proper notification before medical procedures are conducted on their minor children.

From Rock Island Today

17th Congressional District candidate McGraw: ‘I’m ready to fight for everyday families’

By Rock Island Today | 10 months ago

Judge Joe McGraw, a candidate for the 17th Congressional District, has underscored the financial challenges that Illinois residents are grappling with and emphasized the need for a shift in leadership. McGraw voiced his concern over the economic hardships endured by citizens and criticized career politicians for their inability to address these issues.

33.1% of Amboy Community Unit School District 272 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year

By NW Illinois News | Jan 24, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 33.1% of Amboy Community Unit School District 272 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Did Amboy Community Unit School District 272 students fail or pass their 2021-22 Math tests?

By NW Illinois News | Jan 24, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 76.5% of Amboy Community Unit School District 272 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Ogle County home valuation prices rose in December 2023 compared to the same period in 2022

By NW Illinois News | Jan 23, 2024

In December 2023, the median sale price of a home in Ogle County rose by $45,500 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 22.1%.

In the 2021-22 school year, 76.5% of Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Community Unit School District 3 students failed the Math portion of the IAR

By NW Illinois News | Jan 23, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 76.5% of Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Community Unit School District 3 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Erie Community Unit School District 1: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2021-22 school year?

By NW Illinois News | Jan 23, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 33.1% of Erie Community Unit School District 1 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.