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City of East Dubuque City Council met May 5

By Philip Gonzales | May 6, 2025

City of East Dubuque City Council met Monday, May 5.

City of Lanark City Council met May 6

By Philip Gonzales | May 6, 2025

City of Lanark City Council met Tuesday, May 6.

City of Polo City Council met May 5

By Philip Gonzales | May 6, 2025

City of Polo City Council met Monday, May 5.

City of Rock Falls City Council met May 6

By Philip Gonzales | May 6, 2025

City of Rock Falls City Council met Tuesday, May 6.

City of Dixon City Council met May 5

By Philip Gonzales | May 6, 2025

City of Dixon City Council met Monday, May 5.

Tony McCombie supports small businesses during National Small Business Week

By NW Illinois News | May 6, 2025

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is marking National Small Business Week by visiting various businesses across Illinois.

Senator Chesney launches summer reading program for young students

By NW Illinois News | May 6, 2025

State Senator Andrew Chesney has launched the 2025 Summer Reading Program aimed at encouraging children in his district to engage in reading during the summer break.

Illinois faces scrutiny over proposed tax hikes amid economic concerns

By NW Illinois News | May 6, 2025

The ongoing debate over fiscal policy in Illinois has reached a critical juncture, with questions being raised about the state's spending habits.

Fritts announces internship program, community events, highlights local businesses

By NW Illinois News | May 6, 2025

State Representative Bradley J. Fritts has announced several initiatives and events in his latest e-newsletter, marking the final month of the spring legislative session.

Illinois House minority leader criticizes lack of ethics hearings

By NW Illinois News | May 6, 2025

After the cancellation of a scheduled Ethics and Elections Committee hearing in the Illinois House, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie expressed disappointment.

City of Rock Falls City Council met April 1

By Philip Gonzales | May 5, 2025

City of Rock Falls City Council met Tuesday, April 1

Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations in Warren Community Unit School District 205 in 2023-24 school year?

By NW Illinois News | May 5, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 46.6% of the students in Warren Community Unit School District 205 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

State Sen. Arellano: Fmr. Gov. Ryan was a capable 'political leader who got caught up in Illinois' culture of corruption'

By NW Illinois News | May 5, 2025

Li Arellano Jr., the state senator for Illinois District 37, commented on the passing of former Governor George Ryan, describing him as a skilled leader who became entangled in corruption.