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Fire Safety Comes First This Holiday Season

Fire officials in Illinois are alerting residents to a heightened risk of fires as the holiday season kicks off. Candles, decorative lights, and Christmas trees raise fire hazards this time of year, with a significant number of home fires started by unattended flames or ...
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Tampico to Celebrate and Remember DJ This Sunday

The community of Tampico is coming together this weekend to celebrate the life of Douglas “DJ” Dorathy, nearly two years after a tragic distracted-driving crash claimed the lives of DJ and two friends. Sunday would have marked DJ’s 18th birthday. His mother, Chasity Dorathy, ...
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Senator Chesney on ICE Operations in Illinois

State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is slamming a new law signed today by Gov. JB Pritzker. The law makes it harder for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and police to do their jobs and easier for criminals and illegals to avoid accountability. “The governor’s decision ...
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McCombie Named A Prairie State Champion

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie was recently named a Prairie State Policy Champion by Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-IL). The award was given to key lawmakers from across the state who have been leading advocates on reining in government spending, easing Illinois’ state tax ...
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City of Sterling Update 2nd Street Progress

Commuters along 2nd Street continue to navigate delays as construction stretches on, with crews confronting both utility company scheduling setbacks and recent bad weather. This week, teams are focusing on water valve adjustments, followed by work on manhole covers next week. Officials are optimistic ...
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Ramos Settlement On Hold Til 2026

A significant development in the legal proceedings surrounding the 2021 death of Sterling Fire Lt. Garrett Ramos: Judge James Heuerman has granted an extension for the city of Rock Falls and two fire officials. They now have until January 12th, to file a post-trial ...
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Expect Increased Patrols Over The Holidays

The Rock Falls Police Department issued a press release announcing traffic safety campaigns from December 12th, through January 5th to prevent impaired driving and promote seatbelt use during the holiday season. The campaigns are supported by IDOT and NHTSA.   Campaigns: "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over," ...
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Numerous Reports of Natural Gas Odor Reported in Sterling

The City of Sterling said Monday that a strong natural gas smell in the area was linked to a leaking odorant tank at a construction site. Construction crews are working at the old natural gas substation on McNeil Rd. The crews have a leaking tank of mercaptan ...
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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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