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Freeport celebrates pretzel pride for 4th year
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - The Pretzel Fest is perfect for those that love a twisted treat with the perfect amount of salt. It is also perfect for Freeport community members who want to celebrate National Pretzel Day in a special way. Freeport hosted its fourth annual Pretzel Fest Saturday where...
Woman injured in crash after running stop sign in Ogle County
OGLE COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) — Police say a 46-year-old Polo woman was rushed to a hospital Wednesday after police said she was hit after she failed to stop at a marked intersection. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Jessica Bucher was headed south on Freeport Road in her Ford F150 when she was struck […]
Lee County deputies arrest man for unlawful possession of weapons, cannabis
DIXON, Ill. (WTVO) — Lee County Sheriff’s Office and Dixon Police arrested Kaden Ulve, 18, for unlawful possession of a weapon among other charges. On April 26th, around 10:31 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on East Seventh Street for a speeding violation of 48 mph in a posted 30 mph zone. As a result […]
Gretta’s Goats holds springtime baby goat snuggle sessions
PECATONICA, Ill. (WIFR) - Families cuddle with furry farm friends during a snuggle and socialization session at Gretta’s Goats farm. On Saturday, dozens of guests gathered to enjoy a relaxing afternoon with baby goats and shop natural products at Gretta’s Goats, 498 N Farwell Bridge Road. Gretta’s Goats...
Byron woman hospitalized after rollover crash
BYRON, Ill. (WTVO) — A Byron woman was injured in a rollover crash Wednesday night after losing control of her car. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, police were called to the crash scene, in the 10000 block of North Tower Road, around 6 p.m. Police said a car driven by Kim Berg, 54, […]
Pretzel Fest builds the community, event organizers say
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — The fourth annual Pretzel Fest on Saturday featured live music, barbeques, axe throwing and face painting. “It’s so awesome to have our community all together again, especially in the winter months and we’ve all been tied up inside,” said Events and Engagement Manager Katie Gentz. “So it’s great to have everybody […]
Pecatonica robbery suspect battered victim, arrested: police
PECATONICA, Ill. (WTVO) — Police have arrested a suspect in a robbery and battery that occurred in Pecatonica last week. According to the Pecatonica Police Department, a robbery was reported in the 100 block of W. Market Street on Thursday, April 18th. Police said a wallet, containing credit cards and cash, was taken from the […]
14-year-old arrested after stealing Kia, leading police on wild chase in Freeport
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in Freeport after stealing a Kia, leading police on a pursuit, and finally crashing. According to the Freeport Police Department, on Wednesday officers were called to the 400 block of W. Roosevelt Street by a resident who claimed a blue Kia Soul had been stolen […]
Freeport man charged with unlawful use of a weapon by a felon
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Freeport Police arrested Dahayven Ishmon, 19, for unlawful use of a weapon by a felon. On April 24th, police conducted a search warrant in the 1200 block of West Logan Street and discovered a loaded semi-auto pistol with an extended magazine in close proximity to where Ishmon was located. Ishmon is […]
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