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Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program Opens $25 Million Funding for Workforce Diversity

Applications are now open for the fifth round of the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program, offering $25 million to support workforce diversity in construction and building trades. Since launching in 2021, the initiative has provided tuition-free training and stipends to over 4,000 residents, focusing on ...
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Suspect Arrested in LaSalle County Double Murder and Arson Case

Ronald W. Martin Jr., 45, of Sheridan, Illinois, is now in custody, following his identification as the suspect in a tragic incident involving a double murder. Authorities responded to a 911 call early on July 17th regarding gunshots at a rural residence and, around ...
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Senator Li Arellano Jr. Concludes Town Hall Tour Engaging 37th District Residents

State Senator Li Arellano Jr. has completed his Summer Legislative Session Recap Town Hall tour across the 37th Senate District. Making stops in Dixon, Geneseo, Rochelle, and Chillicothe, the Senator engaged directly with residents, discussing key community and statewide concerns. Topics ranged from rising ...
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Illinois Congressman Proposes STEM Pathways for the Future Act to Boost Career Access

Congressman Eric Sorensen of Illinois has introduced the STEM Pathways for the Future Act, aiming to expand access to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics careers. The bill, backed by several House colleagues, instructs the National Science Foundation to create new grants supporting apprenticeship programs ...
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Illinois Launches Online Safety Training for Firefighters Statewide

The Illinois Department of Labor and the Illinois Fire Service Institute have launched a new online course aimed at firefighters statewide. This digital training, accessible through the Illinois Fire Service Institute's platform, focuses on practical techniques to minimize hazards and enhance safety during emergency ...
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Join the Friends of the Hennepin Canal for a Scenic July 20th Hike

Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to join this month’s Friends of the Hennepin Canal hike, set for Sunday, July 20, 2025. The group will trek the 4.2-mile “Barred Owl” segment along the feeder canal, traveling from Bridge 59 to Bridge 62. Hikers should gather at ...
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Join the Walk A Mile Event to Support Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence on August 2, 2025

Freedom House is inviting community members to take part in its Walk A Mile event scheduled for August 2, 2025, at 9 AM. The one-mile walk is designed to raise critical funds and awareness for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Organizers encourage both ...
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Join the BLAST Kids Program at St. Matthews Lutheran Church Beginning July 23, 2025

St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Princeton is launching a new children’s activity called BLAST!—Bible Lessons and Singing Too!—beginning July 23. Each Wednesday at 5:45 pm, children in kindergarten through 5th grade can enjoy an hour of singing and interactive Bible lessons. The program is ...
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OSF HealthCare Launches Mobile Van to Support Pregnant Women in Illinois Maternity Deserts

A new mobile pregnancy and postpartum support van from OSF HealthCare is set to reach women in maternity care deserts across several Illinois counties, including Woodford, Marshall, Knox, Henry, Putnam, Bureau, and LaSalle. Launching on July 28, 2025, the van is equipped with a ...
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Lydia Hardy Wins Bureau County 4-H Master Showmanship Contest

The Bureau County 4-H Fair hosted its annual Master Showmanship Contest on Friday, July 11, 2025, testing participants’ abilities with beef, swine, and sheep. Contestants were evaluated on their showmanship and animal knowledge by judges, recognizing the top showman in each livestock category. Lydia ...
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No Foul Play Suspected in Decomposed Body Found in Princeton on July 11, 2025

Authorities in Princeton were dispatched on July 11, 2025, after a body in advanced decomposition was discovered on Friday on West Peru Street. The Bureau County Coroner’s Office reports that officers requested assistance at the scene, where immediate identification was not possible due to ...
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Decomposed Body Discovered on West Peru Street in Princeton on Friday

Princeton Police were called to 812 West Peru Street around 11:42 AM after a report of what seemed to be a decomposing human body. Officers arrived and confirmed the report, immediately securing the scene. The Bureau County Coroner was notified, and the Illinois State ...
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