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Jo Daviess County ranks 38th in Illinois for highest government transfer income percentage in 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 21.7% of income in Jo Daviess County—ranking it 38th least dependent among Illinois counties.

By NW Illinois News | Jun 15, 2025

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Whiteside County residents pay $84,227 in County Sales Tax in April

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

By NW Illinois News | Jun 14, 2025

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Lee County taxpayers give $322,968 in County School Facility Tax in April

By NW Illinois News | Jun 13, 2025

In April, Lee County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Senator Chesney comments on Madigan's sentencing over corruption charges

By NW Illinois News | Jun 13, 2025

State Senator Andrew Chesney has released a statement following the sentencing of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan on federal corruption charges.

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Freeport ranks 76th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois during April

By NW Illinois News | Jun 11, 2025

Freeport residents paid just under $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 76th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in April.

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Stephenson County collects $242,810 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in April

By NW Illinois News | Jun 11, 2025

In April, Stephenson County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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FOIA request sent to Ogle County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By NW Illinois News | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Ogle County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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Illinois faces $1.3M cost for unbuilt migrant camp

By NW Illinois News | Jun 10, 2025

Illinois taxpayers are facing a $1.3 million expense for a migrant tent encampment that was never constructed, according to a report in the Chicago Tribune.

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FOIA request sent to Jo Daviess County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By NW Illinois News | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Jo Daviess County regarding tax relief requests for veterans with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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Senator Chesney announces free document shredding events on June 21

By NW Illinois News | Jun 10, 2025

State Senator Andrew Chesney has announced two free document shredding events for residents of the 45th District.

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FOIA request sent to Whiteside County regarding tax relief requests on June 10, 2025

By NW Illinois News | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Whiteside County regarding tax relief requests for veterans with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Stephenson County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By NW Illinois News | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Stephenson County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Lee County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By NW Illinois News | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Lee County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Carroll County regarding tax relief requests on June 10, 2025

By NW Illinois News | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Carroll County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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Illinois Democrats pass FY26 budget; Republicans voice strong opposition

By NW Illinois News | Jun 9, 2025

The Illinois House Democrats have passed a new fiscal budget for 2026, amounting to $55.2 billion.

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Illinois minority leader criticizes $40 million allocation in FY26 budget

By NW Illinois News | Jun 9, 2025

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has expressed concerns regarding the new FY26 state budget, which features a $40 million allocation for the district of the House Speaker.

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Sweet Corn Day Celebration returns to Savanna on August 1st

By NW Illinois News | Jun 6, 2025

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has shared some interesting information about sweet corn in anticipation of the fourth annual Sweet Corn Day Celebration.

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McCombie's bill promotes career opportunities through work-based learning

By NW Illinois News | Jun 6, 2025

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has successfully advanced legislation aimed at increasing opportunities for students to engage in work-based learning experiences.

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Lee County collects $105,578 in Countywide Sales Tax in April

By NW Illinois News | Jun 5, 2025

In April, Lee County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Rep. Fritts announces town hall meeting in Leland

By NW Illinois News | Jun 5, 2025

Rep. Fritts will be hosting a town hall event at the Leland Village Hall on Wednesday, June 11th, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.