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Illinois State Police investigate death following Stephenson County pursuit

The Illinois State Police are investigating the death of a 36-year-old man who sustained fatal injuries following a vehicle pursuit initiated by the Stephenson County Sheriff's Office on Saturday night.

Stephenson County, IL · 13h

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The Thread: Nearly 5 years later, Freeport double homicide remains unsolved

The Nov. 18, 2021, shooting deaths of 36-year-old Terrance Haynes and 32-year-old Justin Capp remain among several high-profile unsolved homicide investigations in Freeport, Ill.

Freeport, IL · 1d

The Journal Standard

Sidewalks in Freeport tell story of poor maintenance | Letter

Three months ago we were on vacation visiting Freeport, my old home town and the only thing we were impressed with was seeing our old friends. It’s seemed that the town’s name Freeport was still living up to its name, a Free Port as those who have little, have been welcomed to stay. As I walked about town, which was mostly the west side where we lived, it was readily obvious that properties were not at all being well maintained by their owners. If only I could display in this letter some of the sad pictures I took on those walks. I understand in yesterday’s, today’s, and the future world, nearly everything is about money. Whether it’s a person or a city. The minor but unsightly issue I saw and am referring to here is property maintenance. In most cases it takes money, but in some instances it only takes some care. Specifically my reference here is regarding sidewalk maintenance, or lack there of. Green sidewalks are easy to find with the grass vegetation grown out from side to side. Generally, that occurs from compromised/cracked walks that have had no edging or other maintenance by anyone for years. How can

Freeport, IL · 22h

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Stockton holds off Forreston in playoff NUIC Rematch

Stockton and Forreston are no strangers to each other, and both know it. This game was back and forth in the first half, but then in the second, Stockton took control and did not look back, beating Forreston 36 to 16.

Stockton, IL · 1d

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Abandoned industrial building in Oregon destroyed by massive fire

An abandoned industrial building in Oregon, Illinois, was destroyed by a massive fire on Friday, resulting in no reported injuries.

Oregon, IL · 2d

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Chicago Woman Gets 60 Days in Jail Over Fake Rochelle Shooting Report

A 57-year-old Chicago woman has been sentenced to 60 days in jail, 12 months of probation and 60 hours of public service after a jury found she falsely claimed to one Ogle County dispatcher that she had witnessed a shooting near a Rochelle rodeo site and asked another whether police would investigate if she said she had. Jodie Wiederkehr was also sentenced to 10 days in jail for misdemeanor harassment by telephone, a term that will run alongside her other jail time.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Little Cubs Field unveils new center-field mural featuring 99 faces

Little Cubs Field held an open house on Saturday to celebrate the completion of a new center-field mural featuring 99 individuals, including celebrities and donors who supported the project through fundraising.

Freeport, IL · 1d

The Journal Standard

On the market: This Freeport home has a fireplace and a metal roof

Address: 576 Timber Hills Drive, Freeport Property description: This Cedarville home built in 1958 has two bedrooms, one bathroom, new flooring, fresh paint and many new windows. There is a fireplace in the family room, and sliding doors leading to the deck. The kitchen includes all new stainless-steel appliances that stay. Both bedrooms are located together and have hardwood flooring. The bathroom has been completely remodeled. An office at the back of the home provides access to the attached, two-car garage and backyard and could easily serve as a toy or hobby room. Additional features include first floor laundry and a metal roof. The home has 1,880 square feet of living space on a .74-acre lot. There is an annual association fee. Asking price : $205,000 Listing agent: Robin Henry, Dickerson & Nieman Realtors, 815-985-1747 About this series Each week, we feature a unique property for sale in the area. Have a property you'd like to see featured? Email frontdoor@journal-standard.com and put "on the market" in the subject line. Kathi Edwards is a freelance contributor to the Freeport Journal-Standard. This article originally appeared on Journal Standard: On the market: This Freeport home has a fireplace and a metal roof

Freeport, IL · 2d

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More votes filter in for close race between Syverson, Mertens

ROCKFORD — Candidates for 35th District state Senate continue to watch results filter in as they wait to learn the final outcome of a close contest that’s separated by less than a percentage point. Democratic Party challenger Sarah Mertens, a Crystal Lake educator and martial arts instructor, said...

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IHSA football scores, highlights for all Rockford-area playoff teams

The new IHSA playoff format has us into the second round, and eight Rockford-area football teams are still alive and in the running for state championships. Now is the time for Rockford-area teams to prove themselves, and you can find all the scores here. More Rockford-area football: Top 10 playoff stars to watch in next Rockford-area football games From preseason analysis to postseason kickoff, look to the Rockford Register Star for complete coverage. Our star reporter Jay Taft has been all over it and will continue to blanket the Rockford area with football coverage throughout the postseason. And for the live scores and updates for Round 1 of the playoffs, we have you covered right here . First, check out some of the expert analysis by Taft from this season: Recent expert football analysis Top 10 playoff stars to watch in next Rockford-area football games Led by Harlem's dramatic comeback, top NIC-10 football teams move on Get 15% off NFHS Network Complete second-round football schedules for Rockford area IHSA Second Round playoff football schedule for Rockford area Top second-round football games around the Rockford area NIC-10: Burlington Central (8-3) at Harlem (10-0), 7 p.m. Friday Big Northern Conference: Byron (10-0)

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Emergency crews respond to crash at West State and Avon in Rockford

Emergency crews responded to a car crash at the intersection of West State Street and Avon Street in Rockford on Saturday evening.

Rockford, IL · 1d

Rockford Register Star

On the market: Two-story custom home in Rockford has marble foyer

Address: 1505 Montague St., Rockford Property description: Built in 1936 by Jasper St. Angel, this four-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom, two-story custom home was crafted for his own family. The home has 3,844 square feet of living space, hardwood floors, crown molding, plaster-and-lath walls, built-in bookcases and a marble foyer. There are two fireplaces, a sunroom, a first-floor laundry, a formal dining room, tiled bathrooms with a walk-in shower, walk-in closets, a full basement, a porch, a patio and an attached, two-car garage. The property includes two separate parcels: the homesite and an adjacent vacant lot. The additional lot is buildable, offering potential for future construction, investment or expanded outdoor space. Asking price: $324,900 Listing agent: Jasper St. Angel, St. Angel Real Estate, 815-979-9700 About this series Each week, we feature a unique property for sale in the area. Have a property you'd like to see featured? Email news@rrstar.com and put "on the market" in the subject line. Kathi Edwards is a freelance contributor to the Rockford Register Star. This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: On the market: Two-story custom home in Rockford has marble foyer

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This Rockford, Illinois Italian Kitchen Still Serves Square-Cut Thin Pizza Under A Leaning Tower Of Pisa

A Leaning Tower of Pisa stands inside a dining room in northern Illinois. It leans right over the tables while families pass the pizza. I can’t imagine a kid who wouldn’t point at it. The pizza deserves attention too. It comes thin, crisp, and cut into squares, the...

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First Midwest Group building new multitenant site at Machesney Crossings

MACHESNEY PARK — First Midwest Group is developing a new multitenant commercial building at the corner of Illinois 251 and Illinois 173. The 14,000-square-foot building will stand in front of Old Navy, TJ Maxx, Five Below and other businesses in Machesney Crossings, a retail development built in 2005. The...

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Byron advances to the IHSA 3A Quarterfinals by winning big on the road at Pontiac

The Byron Tigers are taking another step forward in the IHSA playoffs in class 3A. They won big at Pontiac Saturday 47-8.

Byron, IL · 1d

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Sterling Police Provide Update on Challand Middle School Firearm Investigation

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, at approximately 11:47 a.m., during the course of an investigation, the Sterling Police Department learned of a potential firearm in the possession of a student at Challand Middle School. The Sterling Police School Resource Officer and Challand Middle School administrative personnel were immediately alerted to...

Sterling, IL · 1d

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Turkey Dinners Come Family-Style With Every Side Refilled At This Illinois Restaurant

Cinnamon rolls the size of a dinner plate are a real thing in northern Illinois. One of them can feed about three people, which makes sharing less of a kindness and more of a requirement. The same dining room serves thin Swedish pancakes with lingonberries, Swedish meatballs, and cardamom rolls....

Rockford, IL · 22h

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Machesney Park Chase Ends as Deputies Ram Fleeing Car at Busy Intersection

N. Second St. & Roosevelt Rd. — Machesney Park Intersection Street Scene. The reasons deputies pursued a woman who was stopped in Machesney Park Thursday remain unclear. She was wanted for questioning, but officials have not explained why they were seeking her. The stop occurred shortly before 12:35 p.m....

Machesney Park, IL · 1d

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