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New Bill Seeks Equal Federal Tuition Assistance for Air National Guard Members

Congressman Eric Sorensen of Illinois has introduced new bipartisan legislation aimed at ensuring Air National Guard members receive the same federal tuition assistance already provided to the Army National Guard. The Air Guard STATUS Act would establish permanent federal tuition support for Drill Status ...
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Will County Couple Charged After Infant Remains Found Buried in Wilmington Property

Authorities in Will County have charged Nicole Pokrzywa, 36, and William Cosmen, 38, in connection with the discovery of an infant’s remains buried on a property in Wilmington. Investigators allege Pokrzywa gave birth in October 2024 at a residence in Manhattan, where attempts were ...
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Help A Sterling Neighbor This Holiday Season

Sterling residents are being invited to lend a hand to neighbors struggling with their sewer bills. Donations are now being accepted at Sterling City Hall, with the option to direct your contribution toward a specific family or allow city officials to identify a household ...
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Toys Light Up Fulton Police

A wave of generosity swept through Fulton as this year’s annual toy drive saw an impressive response from locals. The Fulton Police Department mobile command vehicle was packed with donated toys, expressing appreciation for the community’s involvement. Alongside the mountain of gifts, officers delivered ...
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Special Legislative Update With State Senator Li Arellano

Residents in Illinois’ 37th District will have a chance to connect directly with State Senator Li Arellano, Jr. at a Special Legislative Update scheduled for Tuesday, December 16th. The event takes place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Sterling Public Library, located on ...
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Sheriff John F. Booker Responds to Governor’s Comments on SAFE-T Act Revisions

 Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced this week that he is open to hearing ideas on how to make our streets safer and consider potential changes to the SAFE-T Act. I want to thank the Governor for recognizing that the SAFE-T Act needs to be ...
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Rep. Spain Honored for Dedication to Fiscal Responsibility

State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District), the Deputy House Minority Leader, has been named a 2025 Prairie State Policy Champion by Americans for Prosperity–Illinois (AFP-IL). Spain was recognized for his leadership in advancing policies that foster fiscal responsibility, protect taxpayers and support families in Illinois. "I'm honored to be ...
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Rescheduled Horse-drawn Wagon Rides at Holiday Light Display

We’re excited to share that the Northern Star Farm horse-drawn wagon rides for the Holiday Light Display at Centennial Park have been rescheduled to Friday, December 12th. Sponsored by Candlelight Inn, these festive rides will run from 5:30pm–8:30pm, with the last ride at 8:15pm. Please ...
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Morrison School Was Placed on Lock Down Thursday

Thursday morning, Morrison police responded at 11:19 a.m. to an attempted armed robbery of a person who was near Northside Elementary School, 520 N. Genesee St. The school, which houses the district’s K-2 classes, was placed on lockdown. Police said a man displayed a Glock-style ...
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Third Graders Get A Visit From Rock Falls Rotary Literacy Committee

Third grade students in Rock Falls received a special gift this week as part of American Education Week. Cheryl Faber, Chair of the Rotary Literacy Committee, distributed grade-appropriate dictionaries to 165 students across five schools, including East Coloma, Montmorency, Merrill, Thome, and St. Andrew. The ...
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Congressman Sorensen Backs Bipartisan Bill to Protect Seniors from Holiday Financial Scams

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) has joined legislation to protect older Americans from financial scams, which often spike during the busy holiday season. The Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception (GUARD) Act is a bipartisan bill endorsed by AARP that gives state and local law enforcement new tools ...
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Senator Chesney to Host Pet Adoption Fair

State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) will host a Pet Adoption Fair on Saturday, December 13th, from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Friends Forever Humane Society in Freeport, IL. Senator Chesney’s Pet Adoption Fair will provide a great opportunity for residents of the 45th District ...
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