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Jo Daviess County residents paid 40th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during August

Jo Daviess County residents paid $462,228 in sales taxes, the 40th highest total paid per county in August.

By NW Illinois News | Nov 28, 2024

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Jo Daviess County collects $66,801 in County Sales Tax in August

In August, Jo Daviess County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

By NW Illinois News | Nov 27, 2024

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Freeport Athletics highlights recent basketball results

By NW Illinois News | Nov 27, 2024

Freeport Athletics shared updates on their basketball teams' performances in late November.

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Holiday diaper drive seeks community support for families in need

By NW Illinois News | Nov 27, 2024

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is encouraging residents of northwest Illinois to participate in a Holiday Diaper Drive.

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Savanna hosts community blood drive with city officials on December 27

By NW Illinois News | Nov 26, 2024

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie, in collaboration with the City of Savanna and the Savanna Fire Department, is organizing a community blood drive.

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Freeport Athletics announces promotions and sports results

By NW Illinois News | Nov 26, 2024

Freeport Athletics provided updates on promotions and basketball game results in late November 2024.

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House Minority Leader organizes turkey deliveries for Thanksgiving

By NW Illinois News | Nov 25, 2024

The Office of the House Minority Leader organized turkey deliveries throughout the district to support those in need during Thanksgiving.

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Illinois General Assembly wraps up quiet veto session; education and firearm issues highlighted

By NW Illinois News | Nov 25, 2024

The Illinois General Assembly has concluded its November 2024 veto session, with minimal legislative action taken.

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Lee County responsible for 28th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By NW Illinois News | Nov 23, 2024

Lee County residents paid $606,155 in sales taxes, the 28th highest total paid per county in August.

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Illinois House Minority Leader hosts utility clinic for bill assistance

By NW Illinois News | Nov 23, 2024

The Illinois House Minority Leader organized a free utility clinic to assist local residents in identifying unnecessary charges on their natural gas, electric, and phone bills.

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Whiteside County collects $53,964 in County Sales Tax in August

By NW Illinois News | Nov 22, 2024

In August, Whiteside County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois considers changes amid debates over U.S. Department of Education role

By NW Illinois News | Nov 22, 2024

As American Education Week concludes, there is a renewed focus on the significance of education and the dedication of teachers, support staff, and administrators in shaping future leaders.

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Illinois faces $3.2 billion deficit; GOP criticizes supermajority's budgeting

By NW Illinois News | Nov 22, 2024

Illinois House Republicans have expressed their discontent following the announcement by the Pritzker Administration of a projected $3.2 billion budget deficit for fiscal year 2026.

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Illinois House honors late lawmaker Brent Hassert

By NW Illinois News | Nov 22, 2024

This week, a special reception was held by the House Minority Leader to honor Brent Hassert, a former Republican lawmaker who passed away this past summer.

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House GOP leader opposes Lame Duck session in Illinois

By NW Illinois News | Nov 21, 2024

Following the adjournment of the legislative veto session in the Illinois House, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has voiced opposition to a Lame Duck session.

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Medicaid providers urged to meet November 30 revalidation deadline

By NW Illinois News | Nov 20, 2024

Illinois Medicaid providers are being reminded of an important deadline approaching at the end of November.

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Freeport Athletics reports wins and losses for basketball and chess teams

By NW Illinois News | Nov 20, 2024

Freeport Athletics has highlighted recent performances by Freeport High School's sports teams in both basketball and chess competitions as of November 19-20, 2024.

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Ameren warns against scams during holiday season

By NW Illinois News | Nov 20, 2024

Ameren is reminding both residential and business customers to remain cautious during the holiday season as part of Utility Scam Awareness Day.

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Illinois lawmakers reconvene for final week of veto session

By NW Illinois News | Nov 19, 2024

Lawmakers have returned to the Illinois House for the second part of the legislative veto session.

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Whiteside County residents paid 21st-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during August

By NW Illinois News | Nov 18, 2024

Whiteside County residents paid $775,833 in sales taxes, the 21st highest total paid per county in August.