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Top 10 Finalists Chosen for New Illinois Flag Design, Voting Begins in January 2025

The quest for Illinois' new state flag is advancing as the Flag Commission selects its top 10 finalists. After reviewing nearly 5,000 unique submissions, the public will soon have a say in the state's symbol of identity. Starting in January, residents can cast their ...
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Nominations Open for 2025 Most Endangered Historic Place List by Landmark Illinois

Landmarks Illinois is currently calling for nominations for their 2025 Most Endangered Historic Places list. This initiative, since 1995, spotlights historic sites at risk of deterioration, demolition, or unsuitable development. Nominations, open to all, including residents and local groups, need submission by January 10, ...
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Empowering Illinois Communities with New Wastewater Grant Initiative

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency announced a new initiative offering one million dollars in grants to help unsewered communities plan wastewater collection and treatment systems. These grants aim to aid small and disadvantaged communities, with up to 50 expected to benefit. Applications are available ...
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Six Suspects Arrested in State Police Investigation

The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Trafficking Enforcement Bureau arrested six individuals during a two-day human trafficking enforcement operation in the Rockford area of Winnebago County on December 4-5, 2024. The operation focused on identifying individuals seeking to engage in commercial ...
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“Holidays with the Symphony” Saturday at Zion Lutheran

Guest conductor Silas Nathaniel Huff will lead the Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual “Holidays with the Symphony” concert Saturday. Concert time is 7:30 p.m. at Clinton’s Zion Lutheran Church, 439 3rd Avenue South. Huff is the Director of Orchestras at Northern Illinois University, and has conducted ensembles ...
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Honoring Heroes and Families at the Gold Star Christmas Tree Lighting in Springfield

In Springfield, the Department of Veterans Affairs is set to host the annual Gold Star Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Scheduled for December 9th at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library, this event honors Illinois veterans who have fallen in combat. The ceremony will ...
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Multiple Agencies Respond to Garage Fire in Dixon

A rapid response by emergency teams averted a major disaster at a residence on North Brinton Avenue in Dixon. Firefighters were called to a structure fire in an attached garage at around 5:37 p.m. yesterday. Thanks to a vigilant neighbor who noticed the flames, ...
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Senator Andrew Chesney to Partner with Friends Forever Humane Society

On Saturday, December 14th, Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is partnering with the Friends Forever Humane Society in Freeport for a Pet Adoption Fair. Visitors at the event will be able to interact with pets available for adoption and enjoy half-price adoptions for cats. “People ...
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Busy Roads Ahead with Holiday Travel

With the Holidays right around the corner, the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind everyone to drive safely as the roads become more congested with traffic and possibly affected by the weather. Keep this in mind while you travel to do your ...
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December’s Job Search Workshop at The Sterling Public Library

The Sterling Public Library will be hosting a job search workshop Tuesday, December 10th, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. at the library. Brenda Helms of Sauk Valley Community College will be the guest speaker and will be providing information about Sauk Valley Community College Programs.Representatives ...
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 Illinois State Police Report for November

Illinois State Police Troop 1 Captain Joseph Blanchette has announced enforcement figures and activity for November.Illinois State Police Troop 1 Troopers issued 1,469 citations, 1,000 written warnings, and made 37 criminal arrests during the month of November. Troopers issued 595 citations for speeding, 78 ...
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Rock Falls Township High School Toys for Tots

The RFHS Student Council is hosting a community thrift store at RFHS in the cafeteria on Sunday, December 8th, from 12 - 3. All proceeds will go to Toys for Tots. Clothes for all ages and styles as well as winter coats, shoes, and ...
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