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Ogle County won't transfer money from tow fund

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Child endangerment charge dropped

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Rock Falls declares snow emergency

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The weekend forecast

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Jobless rates inch up in most local counties

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Clinton Farm and Fleet to expand

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Focus on good stewardship of public funds

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Spend some Idol time Saturday in Rock Falls
ROCK FALLS – Alex Fischbach, a current “American Idol” contestant from Morrison, will perform Saturday night at Rock Falls High School.He wi ...
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Jan. 30, 2015 - 2:33 pm
Readers toughen up messenger of bad news
People love their newspaper.Even if they love to hate it ... that’s a kind of love, isn’t it?We always appreciate readers who care enough to ...
Larry Lough
UPDATED: Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:12 pm

Behind the Reader's Voice | Jeannie Eichelberger
Note to readers: This is another in a series of question-and-answer features about people who frequently write letters to the editor.Your na ...
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Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:11 pm

State senator will speak at chamber event
ROCK FALLS – Newly seated state Sen. Neil Anderson will be keynote speaker at the Rock Falls Chamber's annual meeting and dinner on Feb. 26.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 1:33 pm

Plans lessen accidents’ impact
The only thing worse than having a car accident is having it at night. In the cold, alone. Knowing what to do before an accident ever ha ...
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Dec. 15, 2014 - 1:13 pm
Bustos serving on two ag committees
Northern Illinois has a familiar face helping to make farm policy in Washington.Second-term Rep. Cheri Bustos, D-East Moline, was named this ...
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Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:21 pm

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Child endangerment charge dropped
DIXON – A charge of child endangerment, filed against a Dixon man accused of abusing his son, will not be reinstated after a petition to do so was dro ...
NEW: Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:56 pm
Jobless rates inch up in most local counties
While jobless rates dropped in most Illinois counties in December, four of five Sauk Valley counties saw slight increases.
NEW: Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:53 pm
The People's Voice: Meeks inherited important calling
ROCK FALLS – His eyes were always open. But last Wednesday, the Rev. Dalmus Meeks' eyes grew wide and misty.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 2:48 pm
Ogle County won't transfer money from tow fund
OREGON – Ogle County won't transfer money from its administrative tow fund to the general fund, as it had planned to do in October.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 2:51 pm
Parents increasingly decline to vaccinate
Increasing numbers of Sauk Valley parents are choosing not to get their children vaccinated. Althoug ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 1:19 pm
Sterling reviewing gaming code
STERLING – Many Illinois cities are looking to the state Legislature for guidance in tightening up local video gaming ordinances.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 2:31 pm
Spend some Idol time Saturday in Rock Falls
ROCK FALLS – Alex Fischbach, a current “American Idol” contestant from Morrison, will perform Saturday night at Rock Falls High School.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 2:33 pm
Bustos serving on two ag committees
Northern Illinois has a familiar face helping to make farm policy in Washington.Second-term Rep. Che ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:21 pm
Clinton Farm and Fleet to expand
CLINTON, Iowa – Blain’s Farm and Fleet is remodeling and expanding its Clinton store, the company said in a news release.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:19 pm
Blood drive sign-ups to open at SVCC
DIXON – A blood drive will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 9 in the east mall at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 state Route 2.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:10 pm

Girls basketball: Sherrard hands Prophetstown its first conference loss
SHERRARD – With one half of Thursday's Three Rivers West Division girls' basketball showdown in the books, the Prophetstown Lady Prophets found themse ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:24 am
Wrestling: Sterling's Garcia works off his back
SYCAMORE – It's a position Turner Garcia said he finds himself in far too often – flat against the mat, looking up at an opponent and an early deficit ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:24 am
Dixon overcomes shooting woes
DIXON – As shot after shot bounced off the rim, the Dixon Duchesses could've packed it up and given in. But as Winnebago suffered the same fate posses ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:24 am
Wrestling: Rock Falls beats Stillman Valley, Newman to earn 20th win in final duals
STERLING – Matt Mammosser is still thinking about his knees.It’s hard for the Rock Falls senior wres ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:23 am
Sportshorts for Friday, Jan. 30, 2015
Boys and girls in grades 7 to 11 can try out for the Sauk Valley Magic AAU basketball program from 5-7 p.m. on March 15 at Westwood Sports Complex.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:15 am
Duchesses bowl over Byron
The Dixon Duchesses survived a bit of a slow start to take all seven points from the Byron Tigers in a girls bowling match at Plum Hollow on Thursday. ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:18 am
Clippers win TRAC East
The Clippers clinched the Three Rivers East title with a 44-26 win over Kewanee on Thursday in Amboy.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:12 am
AFC freshman Lyles eyes big goals with Byron co-op
Looking at Wade Lyles, one can see why he might be underestimated. But whomever does that – especially in a swimming pool – does so at their own peril ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 12:09 am
Raiders roll at home, on road
The AFC Raiders rolled to a nonconference victory Wednesday in Ashton, never looking back from an early lead to beat the Amboy Clippers 86-45. Bret Gi ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 12:05 am
BBK: Marcos hang on to beat Aquin
POLO – If Polo was going to remain a factor in the NUIC East boys basketball race, it needed to hold serve against Aquin.
Jan. 28, 2015 - 12:02 am

Robert D. ‘Bob’ Giffrow
SHERMAN OAKS, California – Robert David “Bob” Giffrow, 84, of Sherman Oaks, formerly of Sterling, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015, in Burbank, California, ...
UPDATED: Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:12 pm
Walter L. ‘Walt’ Frank
WALNUT – Walter L. “Walt” Frank, 89, of Walnut, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015, at Walnut Manor Nursing Home. He was a local businessman.
UPDATED: Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:12 pm
Mary K. Miller
MENDOTA – Mary K. Miller, 71, of Mendota, died Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015, at Mendota Lutheran Home.Sh ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 8:18 pm
Arthur L. 'Art' Johnson
MILLEDGEVILLE – Arthur L. “Art” Johnson, 61, of Milledgeville, died Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015. He was employed by Sterling Steel for 43 years, most recen ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 8:18 pm
Walter L. Frank
WALNUT – Walter L. Frank, 89, of Walnut, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015, at Walnut Manor Nursing Home.
Jan. 29, 2015 - 8:18 pm
Louis O. Ukena
STERLING – Louis O. Ukena, 83, of Sterling, died Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.
Jan. 28, 2015 - 10:50 pm
Barbara E. Petticord
DIXON – Barbara Emma Petticord, 99, of Dixon, died Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015, at Franklin Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Jan. 28, 2015 - 10:50 pm
Roger E. Groff
PERRY, Missouri – Roger Eugene Groff, of Perry, formerly of Rock Falls, died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015, at his home, at the age of 54.
Jan. 28, 2015 - 10:50 pm
Arthur L. 'Art' Johnson
MILLEDGEVILLE – Arthur L. "Art" Johnson, 62, of Milledgeville, died Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015.McDonald ...
Jan. 28, 2015 - 10:50 pm
Edward H. 'Ed' Harris
CASTLE ROCK, Colorado – Edward Harold "Ed" Harris, formerly of Dixon, and a recent transplant to Castle Rock, Colorado, passed away last Friday mornin ...
Jan. 28, 2015 - 10:50 pm

Police reports for Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015
Community Watch: A list of accidents, arrests, and other calls answered by local public safety departments.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 2:15 pm
Police reports for Friday, Jan. 30, 2015
Sterling PoliceRichard M. Chavez, 43, of Fenton; 1:45 p.m. Wednesday at Sterling Police Department; ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 3:12 pm
Police reports for Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015
Community Watch: A list of accidents, arrests, and other calls answered by local public safety departments.
Jan. 28, 2015 - 4:03 pm
Police reports for Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015
Community Watch: A list of accidents, arrests, and other calls answered by local public safety departments.
Jan. 27, 2015 - 5:10 pm
Police reports for Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015
Community Watch: A list of accidents, arrests, and other calls answered by local public safety departments.
Jan. 26, 2015 - 3:53 pm
Police reports for Monday, Jan. 26, 2015
Sterling PoliceRandy J. Spotts, 62, of Dixon, 7:54 a.m. Friday on LeFevre Road and Eighth Avenue, ob ...
Jan. 25, 2015 - 8:54 pm
Police reports for Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015
Rock Falls PoliceDevin Zinke, 19, of Rock Falls; 6:58 p.m. Wednesday; unlawful possession of drug pa ...
Jan. 23, 2015 - 10:37 pm
Police reports for Friday, Jan. 23, 2015
Community Watch: A list of accidents, arrests, and other calls answered by local public safety departments.
Jan. 22, 2015 - 3:38 pm
Police reports for Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015
Community Watch: A list of accidents, arrests, and other calls answered by local public safety departments.
Jan. 21, 2015 - 3:48 pm
Police reports for Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015
Community Watch: A list of accidents, arrests, and other calls answered by local public safety departments.
Jan. 20, 2015 - 4:21 pm

The Super Bowl of junk food and commercial gluttony
It’s the Super Bowl of TV commercials.It’s the Super Bowl of pretending junk food is good for you.It ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:10 pm
Behind the Reader's Voice | Jeannie Eichelberger
Note to readers: This is another in a series of question-and-answer features about people who frequently write letters to the editor.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:11 pm
Test-tube baby study omitted important risks
On Jan. 7, there was an article on the risks to mothers using in vitro fertilization (IVF). [“Trying for test-tube baby? Risks to mom are rare, U.S. s ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:05 pm
Rauner’s debt battle will mean cuts, cuts, cuts
Gov. Rauner never specified how he intends to get Illinois out of debt while running for office, and even now hasn’t shared any specifics.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:05 pm
Homes deserve praise for care that they give
About the nursing homes in our area, on Oct. 31, 2014, I placed my mother in Dixon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center (nursing home) after she suffe ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:05 pm
Focus on good stewardship of public funds
Vince Lombardi is the legendary NFL coach for whom the Lombardi Trophy, at stake in Sunday’s Super Bowl, is named.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:05 pm
Editorial cartoon for Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015
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Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:05 pm
A-bomb did what needed to be done
Mr. McLane's argument, “Did A-bomb save U.S. lives? Not necessarily,” in The Reader's Voice, Sept. 26, 2014, was deluded or shamelessly ranting.
Jan. 29, 2015 - 4:15 pm
Keep public notices in newspapers
Some of the driest reading in the newspaper is buried back with the classifieds: Public notices.They ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 4:15 pm
Does Sauk do that? You bet it does
When people ask SVCC employees, “Does Sauk do that?” the answer is most often, “Yes, we do!”Sauk is ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 9:35 am

Dukes down Warriors, 56-43
The Dixon Dukes built a lead it never relinquished in a 56-43 win over the Sterling Golden Warriors.
Jan. 19, 2015 - 9:34 am
Golden Warriors edge out Rockets
Golden Warriors edge out Rockets in 60-57 victory at Musgrove Fieldhouse. Click here to see video ...
Dec. 3, 2014 - 9:39 am
VanVickle sworn in as Ogle County Sheriff
Ogle County Sheriff-elect Brian VanVickle sworn in. He assumes control of his office today, Monday, Dec. 1, 2014.
Dec. 1, 2014 - 9:51 am
Football: Wildcatz turn Trojan turnovers into first state title
The Wildcatz finished off a magical season with a 41-12 victory against Maroa-Forsyth in the Class ...
Nov. 29, 2014 - 11:31 am
SVM BLITZ: State competition
Sauk Valley Media Sports previews area high school football matchups around the Sauk Valley. Click h ...
Nov. 26, 2014 - 3:09 pm
Football: Wildcatz going to state
Black Friday will turn into black-and-blue Friday for the Eastland-Pearl City football team. The Wildcatz will be displaying their school colors the d ...
Nov. 23, 2014 - 11:31 am
SVM BLITZ: Playoffs, Semifinals
Sauk Valley Media Sports previews area high school football matchups around the Sauk Valley. Click h ...
Nov. 20, 2014 - 3:42 pm

A musical playlist for the holidays
I love the holiday season, but I've never been a big fan of holiday music. I particularly don't like to listen to "traditional" Christmas music – clas ...
Dec. 11, 2014 - 12:30 pm
The List: Who should Chicago Bears fire?
Whenever things aren't working, changes need to be made. That is true whether in a business setti ...
Dec. 5, 2014 - 5:14 pm
Sick day? 13 action/sci-fi flicks to go with your soup
‘Tis the season for flu and cold symptoms, but being at home on a sick day doesn’t have to be a drag.
Dec. 10, 2014 - 4:46 pm
Holiday Revue II: Return of the Sad Guy
I’m a very happy guy, who just happens to like sad stuff.Last week, my bosses, Larry Lough and Jeff ...
Dec. 3, 2014 - 7:05 pm
7 sci-fi TV shows and movies to try right now
Sure, you can ask friends for suggestions of things to watch on Netflix, but do any of them have a list of sci-fi TV shows and movies?
Dec. 10, 2014 - 4:24 pm
Holiday Revue II: Return of the Sad Guy
I'm a very happy guy, who just happens to like sad stuff.Last week, my bosses, Larry Lough and Jeff ...
Dec. 2, 2014 - 11:05 am
'Tis the season for holiday shows, movies
I watched way too much TV when I was a kid.So, holiday specials and movies on the small screen were ...
Dec. 2, 2014 - 10:52 am
Business notebook: Dixon man running food delivery service
DIXON – Sam Elliott Jr.'s co-workers wanted to see a food taxi business in the area, so they asked Elliott if he'd start one. He thought about it, and ...
Nov. 21, 2014 - 3:08 pm

Jobless rates inch up in most local counties
While jobless rates dropped in most Illinois counties in December, four of five Sauk Valley counties saw slight increases.
NEW: Jan. 30, 2015 - 3:53 pm
Bustos serving on two ag committees
Northern Illinois has a familiar face helping to make farm policy in Washington.Second-term Rep. Che ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:21 pm
Clinton Farm and Fleet to expand
CLINTON, Iowa – Blain’s Farm and Fleet is remodeling and expanding its Clinton store, the company said in a news release.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:19 pm
Fundraiser raises money for youth
Bergner's announced that it has raised $430,000 in donations, in partnership with Mario Lopez, through its Give the Gift of a Great Future Campaign.
Jan. 24, 2015 - 1:15 am
CUB to offer lower cost ideas
DIXON – Local residents can learn how to lower their natural gas and electric bills from 1 to 2 p.m. Jan. 27 during a program at Lee County Council on ...
Jan. 24, 2015 - 1:15 am
Representative earns recognition
POLO – Jeanette Linker of the Lanark, Polo area has been named to the COUNTRY Financial Emerald Club.
Jan. 24, 2015 - 1:15 am
Family rallies around 'Dad's place'
ROCK FALLS – When Chaley Lamb was born a quarter-century ago, she went straight from the hospital to the bar.
Jan. 23, 2015 - 3:40 pm
Dixon plant earns honors for safety
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – BorgWarner’s facility in Dixon received a gold Optimas Award in the business impact category for its ongoing commitment to empl ...
Jan. 17, 2015 - 1:15 am
Byron songwriter completes exam
BYRON – Mark Schwendau recently completed a certification exam of the Nashville Songwriter’s Association International.
Jan. 17, 2015 - 1:15 am
Transportation firm recognized
MARSHFIELD, Wis. – Roehl Transport and Roehl Logistics have earned the 2014 Logistics Award from the AGCO Corp. in Duluth, Georgia.
Jan. 17, 2015 - 1:15 am

Blood drive sign-ups to open at SVCC
DIXON – A blood drive will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 9 in the east mall at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 state Route 2.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:10 pm
Monroe Center firefighters plan breakfast
MONROE CENTER – The Monroe Township Firefighters Association will have an all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. Sunday at the fire statio ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 12:06 pm
Dress donations sought for February sale
DIXON – Dresses and accessories are wanted for the seventh annual Second Look prom and homecoming dress sale.
Jan. 29, 2015 - 8:10 pm
Folk singer to perform, discuss civil rights music
MORRISON – A program on “Music of the Civil Rights Movement” will begin at 2 p.m. Feb. 22 at United ...
Jan. 28, 2015 - 9:46 pm
Friday, Jan. 30Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family plannin ...
Jan. 28, 2015 - 9:43 pm
Support Groups, Clubs, and Services
Thursday, Jan. 29Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family plann ...
Jan. 27, 2015 - 8:30 pm
Support Groups, Clubs, and Services
Wednesday, Jan. 28Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family plan ...
Jan. 26, 2015 - 9:22 pm
Reception Sunday for Coleta artist
CLINTON, Iowa – A reception for Coleta artist Stuart Roddy will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the River Arts Center, 299 Fifth Ave. S., where his ...
Jan. 26, 2015 - 6:32 pm
Support Groups, Clubs, and Services
Tuesday, Jan. 27Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planni ...
Jan. 25, 2015 - 9:02 pm
Drop off recyclables Friday in Oregon
OREGON – The monthly residential electronics recycling day of the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday a ...
Jan. 25, 2015 - 8:48 pm

Spend some Idol time Saturday in Rock Falls
ROCK FALLS – Alex Fischbach, a current “American Idol” contestant from Morrison, will perform Saturday night at Rock Falls High School.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 2:33 pm
Some doctors won’t see patients with anti-vaccine views
LOS ANGELES (AP) – With California gripped by a measles outbreak, Dr. Charles Goodman posted a clear notice in his waiting room and on Facebook: His p ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 6:54 pm
Day Trip: Annual museum fundraiser to feature treats
FREEPORT – The Freeport Art Museum will again tantalize taste buds with its annual Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting.
Jan. 29, 2015 - 2:34 pm
Amanda Seyfried replaces Tatiana Maslany off-Broadway
NEW YORK (AP) — Orphan Black is out. But a Cosette is taking her place.Second Stage Theatre said Thu ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 1:49 pm
Top 5 things to do this weekend (Jan. 30-Feb. 1)
Hypnotizing act in Mount MorrisMOUNT MORRIS – Captain Andy, a nationally known hypnotist, will perfo ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 8:14 pm
Rolling Stone's archive coming to Google Play for free
NEW YORK (AP) – Selections of Rolling Stone magazine’s near 50-year archive will be available for fr ...
Jan. 28, 2015 - 9:43 pm
Theater legend Joel Grey reveals he’s gay
NEW YORK (AP) – Joel Grey has publicly announced at age 82 that he is gay.The Oscar- and Tony-winnin ...
Jan. 28, 2015 - 9:43 pm
What! Facebook's down? No storm selfies during brief outage
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) – No storm selfies, hookups, status updates. With Facebook and Instagram dow ...
Jan. 27, 2015 - 8:34 pm
Pasta pairs perfectly with sausage, spinach
If you dine out and order a pasta dish, chances are you’re getting a huge serving. For those trying ...
Jan. 27, 2015 - 8:31 pm
Finding comfort in chili
Chili is in my blood. It is part of who I am.Of all the dishes my mother made for our family, it is ...
Jan. 27, 2015 - 8:32 pm

Pasta pairs perfectly with sausage, spinach
If you dine out and order a pasta dish, chances are you’re getting a huge serving. For those trying ...
Jan. 27, 2015 - 8:31 pm
Finding comfort in chili
Chili is in my blood. It is part of who I am.Of all the dishes my mother made for our family, it is ...
Jan. 27, 2015 - 8:32 pm
It’s time for some healthy eating
How are those New Year’s resolutions working out for you?Many resolutions to eat better and lose wei ...
Jan. 20, 2015 - 7:38 pm
Recipe: Butternut squash and pasta are a sweet and savory pairing
In recent years, American chefs have become fond of tucking butternut squash puree into ravioli pill ...
Jan. 14, 2015 - 1:07 am
Test Kitchen recipe: Weeknight Chicken Enchiladas
Today’s weeknight chicken enchiladas take just a little effort to put together, and they’re packed with flavor. You can have them tonight or prep and ...
Jan. 14, 2015 - 9:38 am
Grilled Syrian cheese sandwich: Breakfast reinvented
I find it nearly impossible to escape from food. The subject pops up everywhere – in advertisements, in unexpected places and in conversations. Foreve ...
Jan. 14, 2015 - 9:37 am
Tomato soup and melted-cheese croutons restore spirits
One morning on the snowboard. One afternoon in the ER. One day of vacation shot.Slopes contraindicat ...
Jan. 6, 2015 - 9:45 pm
Vegetable dishes to toast the New Year
After 2014’s amazing bounty of good meals, I contemplate the future. Right now, celebration food bec ...
Jan. 6, 2015 - 9:45 pm
Fast-food resolution: Transform junk food image
NEW YORK (AP) — Fast-food chains have a New Year's resolution: Drop the junk.As people express dista ...
Jan. 2, 2015 - 9:59 am
Quinoa meets Greek yogurt in healthy parfait
Yogurt parfaits are a popular coffeeshop item, but add an ancient grain, and you’ve got another laye ...
Dec. 30, 2014 - 8:55 pm

Illinois man keeps active collecting cans
BLOOMINGTON (AP) — On a dreary mid-December day, David Brown rolls silently along North Lee Street, his eyes affixed to the curb.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 9:28 am
Central Illinois town regains its grocery store
MORRISONVILLE (AP) — The central Illinois town of Morrisonville, which is home to about 1,000 residents, lost its only grocery store in 2012.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 9:28 am
State Board of Education looking for summer food sites
SPRINGFIELD (AP) — The Illinois State Board of Education is looking for school districts, local government entities and nonprofits to host the federal ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 9:28 am
Illinois Tollway, environmentalists to plant monarch habitat
CHICAGO (AP) — Environmentalists and Illinois Tollway officials plan to work together to create more habitat for monarch butterflies.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 9:28 am
Illinois police will be out in force Super Bowl weekend
CHICAGO (AP) — Authorities in Illinois are warning that police will be out in force this Super Bowl weekend to catch drunken drivers.
Jan. 30, 2015 - 9:28 am
SIU student newspaper bids farewell to old printing press
CARBONDALE (AP) — The printing press that for nearly a half century has churned out the student newspaper at Southern Illinois University in Carbondal ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 9:28 am
Man found guilty of murder in 2013 shooting at gas station
BELVIDERE(AP) – A 23-year-old Rockford man accused of providing a gun used in the fatal shooting of a rival gang member has been found guilty of first ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 7:32 pm
Romeoville man gets 108-year sentence in sexual assault case
JOLIET (AP) – Authorities in Will County say a Romeoville man convicted of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl and filming the abuse has been sente ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 7:30 pm
Rauner wants bureaucratic cuts in education, elsewhere
CHAMPAIGN (AP) – Gov. Bruce Rauner wants to generate more money to spend on higher education, he told a crowd at the University of Illinois’ flagship ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 7:41 pm
New natural resources director touts experience
CARBONDALE (AP) – The new director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources says his farming and military experience will help make for a smoot ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 6:41 pm

Milk does a body good? A look at the science
NEW YORK (AP) — Embattled milk producers launched a social media campaign this week to rebuild public confidence in the health benefits of their produ ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 11:30 am
Graphic images of victim's body shown at Hernandez trial
FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) — Jurors heard grim testimony Friday in the murder trial of former New England Patriots standout Aaron Hernandez, who has been ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 11:26 am
Balloon crew nearing North America surpasses duration record
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The pilots of a helium-filled balloon flying across the Pacific Ocean surpassed a duration record Friday by spending more tha ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 11:26 am
George Zimmerman assault case dropped; ex-girlfriend recants
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — An aggravated assault case against George Zimmerman that was opened when his ex-girlfriend said he threw a wine bottle at her has ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 11:25 am
35 years after Etan Patz vanished, boy's murder trial opens
NEW YORK (AP) — The little boy named Etan Patz was a "tiny man with a big heart" who couldn't wait to walk to his school bus stop alone on the day he ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 11:25 am
Ex-rap mogul 'Suge' Knight arrested in deadly hit-and-run
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Marion "Suge" Knight, the former music mogul who created one of hip-hop's leading labels and became the impresario of ga ...
Jan. 30, 2015 - 11:25 am
As Romney weighs run, his past donors commit to Jeb Bush
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Closing in on a decision about whether to again run for president, Mitt Romn ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 8:00 pm
'Anonymized' credit card data not so anonymous, study shows
WASHINGTON (AP) – Credit card data isn’t quite as anonymous as promised, a new study says.Scientists ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 8:00 pm
Senate passes bill approving Keystone XL oil pipeline
WASHINGTON (AP) – The Republican-controlled Senate on Thursday approved a bipartisan bill to constru ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 7:59 pm
Some doctors won’t see patients with anti-vaccine views
LOS ANGELES (AP) – With California gripped by a measles outbreak, Dr. Charles Goodman posted a clear notice in his waiting room and on Facebook: His p ...
Jan. 29, 2015 - 6:54 pm