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Governor Pritzker Proposes Statewide Limits on Student Cell Phone Use to Boost Classroom Focus

Governor JB Pritzker visited Oak Park and River Forest High School today, advocating for new legislation that would require Illinois schools to limit cell phone use during class time. The proposal responds to concerns from educators, with recent surveys showing 72% of high school ...
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Spring Posting for Lee County

The Lee County Highway Department has announced that spring postings for county highways went into effect on February 18th. These seasonal restrictions set limits on maximum gross weights for various vehicle types to protect roadways during the thaw season. For example, vehicles with two axles ...
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Gaming Fees Set to Go Up in Rock Falls

Rock Falls City Council has voted to raise annual fees on video gaming machines from $125 to $175 per unit. The measure passed with a 5-3 majority after heated discussion. Supporters argued the increase brings the city closer to fees charged by Sterling and ...
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Residents in Lee County Invited to Property Tax 101 Information

Lee County residents will have a chance to learn more about local property taxes at a special “Property Tax 101” informational session set for March 4th. The session comes as debate intensifies over tax levy rates and public spending. At a recent meeting, the ...
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Arellano Calls Out Flawed Economics in Governor’s Budget

“Today’s budget proposal highlights the ongoing failures of Illinois’ current administration. Another record-breaking budget, filled with more taxes and more spending, makes it clear: Governor Pritzker’s economics are flawed. “Once again, Illinois continues to trail national economic growth, as it has all seven years under ...
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CGH Introduces IDPH-Approved CNA Program

CGH Medical Center is launching an IDPH-approved Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program designed to make starting a healthcare career more accessible. The program offers full-time paid employment with all required training to safely and compassionately provide care for patients, while also preparing participants for the ...
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Fritts Responds to State of the State Address

“After today’s State of the State and Budget Address, one thing is clearer than ever: Governor Pritzker is setting himself up for a White House run. Unfortunately, Illinois citizens will only continue to suffer as the Governor remains far more focused on his national ...
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Sterling Man Looking at 4 Years in Prison

A Sterling man faces four years behind bars following his guilty plea to two separate aggravated battery charges. One of the incidents involved an assault on a police officer, escalating the severity of sentencing. Court documents reveal the offenses occurred several months apart, with ...
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Matchbox Twenty to Headline Illinois State Fair Grandstand in August 2026

Matchbox Twenty is set to ignite the Illinois Lottery Grandstand Stage at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield on Sunday, August 16, 2026. Known for iconic hits like “3AM,” “Unwell,” and “Push,” the band continues to resonate with fans across generations. Their upcoming performance ...
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Illinois EPA Launches Seven Million Dollar Grant to Boost Energy Resilience at Wastewater Plants

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is allocating seven million dollars to boost energy resilience for publicly owned wastewater treatment plants. Through the Resilient Energy for Wastewater Infrastructure Grant Program, communities can apply for funding to assess vulnerabilities and install solar-plus-battery storage systems. Award amounts ...
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Congressman Sorensen Backs Bipartisan Bill to Raise Pay for Federal Correctional Officers

Congressman Eric Sorensen is backing new bipartisan legislation aimed at boosting pay for federal correctional officers, including those in Illinois prisons. The Federal Correctional Officer Paycheck Protection Act of 2026 would raise base pay by 35 percent for eligible staff, tackling chronic staffing shortages, ...
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Upgrades Coming Soon to Fulton School District

The River Bend School District is revising its construction strategy after gathering input from local residents seeking cost-effective solutions. Officials will now focus on building a new physical education facility at the Middle School and a wrestling and multipurpose space at the High School. ...
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