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Rep. Fritts Concludes Third Annual Summer Tour

State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) has officially concluded his 2025 Summer Tour. This annual tour consisted of 52 stops, including town hall events, coffee & conversation events, school visits, local business tours, and more.“Being a true voice for my constituents is my top priority ...
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Texas Man Arrested in Sterling on Multiple Charges

Nicholas Szpiiman, 37, of Killeen Texas, was taken into custody following a traffic stop on the 400 block of 6th Avenue at 7:32 PM. Szpiiman faces charges including unlawful possession of a weapon and ammunition by a felon, possession of meth, and several outstanding ...
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Rotary Donation to SVCC

The Sterling Noon Rotary Club announced a $25,000 commitment over 10 years to support the Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC) Impact Program. This initiative will provide students with the opportunity to earn free tuition and fees through community service.The donation will help expand access ...
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Chesney Joins Call for National Guard Deployment

State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) joined a coalition of conservative state legislators and anti-crime advocates on Tuesday, urging President Donald Trump to proceed with plans to deploy the National Guard to help combat the ongoing violent crime crisis in the City of Chicago.“President Trump ...
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Illinois State Police August Report

Illinois State Police Troop 1 Troopers issued 1,371 citations, 1,259 written warnings, and made 32 criminal arrests during the month of August. Troopers issued 486 citations for speeding, 26 citations for distracted driving violations and 42 citations for occupant restraint violations.Troopers investigated 77 traffic ...
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September Job Search Workshop

The Sterling Public Library will be hosting a job search workshop on Tuesday, September 9th, at the library. The workshop begins promptly at 2:00 p.m. and will end at 3:30 p.m.Representatives from Business Employment Skills Team, Inc. (BEST, Inc.), Illinois Department of Employment Security ...
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Illinois Launches Grant Program to Revitalize Abandoned Cemeteries

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has launched a new initiative to help restore abandoned and neglected cemeteries across the state. Ten annual grants, each valued at up to $20,000, will be awarded to local governments and not-for-profit organizations dedicated to cemetery ...
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League of Women Voters Condemns National Guard Threat to Chicago

CHICAGO AND WASHINGTON, DC — The League of Women Voters of Chicago, the League of Women Voters of Illinois, and the League of Women Voters of the US issued the following joint statement in response to the threat of deployment of National Guard troops ...
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Statement from Sheriff John F. Booker on Minneapolis Shooting

I want to extend my deepest condolences to the families, students, and community members in Minneapolis affected by today's horrific shooting at Annunciation Catholic School. The loss of two young children and the injuries to so many others during a time of prayer is ...
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Illinois Introduces Tax Credits for Education Expenses Relief

Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue are drawing attention to tax credits designed to ease education expenses. Families with children in K-12 schools may be eligible to claim up to $750 for qualifying educational costs, such as tuition and books. Meanwhile, educators ...
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Illinois Honors Outstanding 2025 Volunteers in Conservation and Community Engagement

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has named eleven exceptional volunteers and organizations as its Volunteers of the Year for 2025. Honorees have made significant contributions in conservation, education, and community engagement across state parks, historic sites, and natural areas. Their efforts represent a ...
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Illinois Tourism Saw Record-Breaking Visitor Numbers and Revenue in 2024

Illinois has set new records in tourism, welcoming 113 million visitors and reaching $48.5 billion in traveler spending in 2024. Figures from the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity reveal an increase of 500,000 visitors and $1.3 billion in revenue compared to last year. ...
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