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In November 2024, Stephenson County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

1 gas station in cities throughout Ogle County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Feb. 1

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Ogle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

City of Galena City Council met Jan. 13

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 10, 2025

City of Galena City Council met Monday, Jan. 13

City of Rochelle City Council met Feb. 10

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 10, 2025

City of Rochelle City Council met Monday, Feb. 10

Republicans encouraged to lead by focusing on practical solutions

The political dynamics in Illinois and the United States are experiencing a shift, with a new administration gaining significant support.

Rep. Fritts criticizes Democrats' focus amid budget crisis

State Representative Bradley J. Fritts recently provided updates on his legislative activities and community engagements over the past two weeks.

Medicare seminar for seniors hosted by Reps. Fritts and Spain

State Representatives Brad Fritts and Ryan Spain will host a Medicare 101 Seminar for local seniors.

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Which former NW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Feb. 13?

These former NW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Feb. 13.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Stephenson County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Feb. 1

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Stephenson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

NW Illinois News Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry during 2024?

Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry based in the NW Illinois News publication area submitted 11 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Ogle County in week ending Feb. 1

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Ogle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Median home valuation prices in Carroll County rose to $85,000 in January 2025 compared to January 2024

In January, the median sale price of a home in Carroll County rose by $15,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 6.3%.

1 gas station in cities throughout Lee County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Feb. 1

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lee County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Stephenson County collects $139,399 in Countywide Sales Tax in November 2024

In November 2024, Stephenson County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Which former NW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Feb. 12?

These former NW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

House to review HB3534 introduced by Tony M. McCombie on Feb. 7

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB3534 on Feb. 7, with Tony M. McCombie as the lead sponsor.

Andrew S. Chesney introduces SB2288 in Senate on Feb. 7—here’s what you need to know

Senate Bill SB2288, backed by Andrew S. Chesney, was introduced in the Illinois Senate on Feb. 7, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

Andrew S. Chesney brings SB2228 to the Illinois Senate on Feb. 7—what to know

The Illinois Senate introduced Senate Bill SB2228 on Feb. 7, with Andrew S. Chesney as the lead sponsor.

1 less lawyer practicing in cities in Jo Daviess County in January

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities in Jo Daviess County in January decreased in comparison to the previous month.

SB2225 presented by Andrew S. Chesney on Feb. 7 in the Senate