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You Won't Believe What an Illinois Family Found in Their Toilet

Find out how an Illinois family discovered a southern flying squirrel in their toilet.

Winnebago County, IL · 10d

everafterinthewoods.com

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These 10 Under-The-Radar Illinois Thrift Shops Keep Bargain Hunters Digging For Hours

Paperback books for a quarter each. Three full floors of secondhand stuff stacked inside an old house. A charity shop where your purchase helps pay vet bills for rescue dogs. I could stop right there and you’d probably already be reaching for your car keys. Illinois has a sneaky habit of hiding its best bargains in plain sight, from a former warehouse to a grocery-and-thrift combo.

Carbondale, IL · 8d
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Public Record for Nov. 5

Rock County Felony arrests All listed below have since their arrest been formally charged with felonies. VITALE, AMANDA, 36, of Evansville, felony retail theft-intentionally take (>$500-$5000), Oct. 25, Target, Janesville. SIMS, TRAVIS, 49, of Janesville, physical abuse of a child-repeated acts causing bodily harm, physical abuse of child-intentionally cause bodily harm, strangulation and suffocation, Oct. 27, 1407 Canyon Drive #8, Janesville. HAMILTON, AUSTIN, 36, of Town of Rock, felony bail jumping, Oct. 31, N. Pearl St., Janesville. BANKER, KYLE, 23, of Janesville, attempting to flee or elude an officer, Nov. 2, Pine St., Janesville. BEMIS, BRADLEY, 38, of West Bend, assault by prisoners-repeater, Oct. 28, Rock County Jail, Janesville. KUHNLE, BRITTANY, 32, of Janesville, felony bail jumping, Oct. 19, Rock Restoration Sober Living, Janesville. HARRIS, RYEN, 32, of Beloit, delivery of schedule I or II narcotics-second and subsequent offense, Nov. 20, 2025, Janesville. VAZQUEZ, CECILIA, 63, of Janesville, attempting to flee or elude an officer, Sept. 29, Milton Ave., Janesville. BEERNINK, TURNER, 30, of Janesville, battery by prisoners, Oct. 26, Rock County Jail, Janesville. BUCK, MEGAN, 35, of Fort Atkinson, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence-5th or 6th offense, Nov. 1, Rockport Road, Janesville. CARRANZA, ANTONIO, 25, of

Janesville, WI · 2d

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FCI Thomson’s satellite prison camp set to permanently close

FCI Thomson’s satellite prison camp will permanently close. According to a release from FCI Thomson: On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the Federal Correctional Institution Thomson in Thomson, Illinois announced its adjacent minimum security satellite camp will no longer house inmates. The satellite facility will remain in operation and will be repurposed for staffing and administrative […]

Thomson, IL · 2d

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Rockford Teacher of the Week Gets Unexpected Nomination From Nevada

Our Rockford Teacher of the Week nomination form made its way to Nevada, leading to a special honorary recognition.

Rockford, IL · 2d

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DeKalb Panel Backs 125-Acre Mega Site Near Route 38 and Peace Road

A stretch of vacant land near the intersection of Route 38 and Peace Road in DeKalb that has sat undeveloped for years took its first real step toward a future this week, as the city's Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to give initial support to a concept plan from Shodeen Group covering roughly 125 acres. The vote came Monday, but the plan is still just that — a concept, with no final decisions made and no end users identified for the property.

Dekalb, IL · 2d

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Radium Girl Story To Be Told In Mendota

A sad chapter in the history of the Illinois Valley needs to be discussed and will be later this month in Mendota. President of the Reddick Mansion Association, Lorraine McCallister will host a program on Thursday, November 19th called "Radium Dial Girls of Ottawa". You'll hear brave stories of the brave women from Ottawa whose fight helped change workplace conditions forever.

Mendota, IL · 1d

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La Moille HS Will Deactivate; Waltham Addition Proposal Turned Down Again

Following Tuesday's results, one school district knows what it must do; while another is left wondering what to do?. In Bureau County, voters said “yes” to deactivating the La Moille High School by a three hundred vote margin. La Moille High School students will either now go to Amboy, Hall or Mendota starting in late summer 2027. The district's seventh and eighth graders will then occupy the high school building. Current enrollment at La Moille High School is around 42 students.

La Moille, IL · 3d

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Dixon Mayor will Seek Another Term

Dixon Mayor Glen Hughes has officially announced he will seek a second term in the April 2027 municipal election. Hughes says his campaign will focus on continuing the work already underway through the city’s comprehensive development plan, pointing to long-term growth, infrastructure, and community priorities as key themes. The...

Dixon, IL · 1d

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Olson Funeral to host veterans appreciation luncheon

ROCKFORD — Olson Funeral & Cremation Services will host a complimentary veterans appreciation luncheon on Monday at its new Three Oaks Chapel & Legacy Life Celebration Center. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the center, 1100 N. Lyford Road, in Rockford. The event includes a...

Rockford, 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...

Rockford, IL · 1d

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Mendota Moving Ahead With Their Feral Cat Control Efforts

The main topic at Monday’s Mendota City Council meeting was cats. Feral cats and securing the different colonies running through the city has been a discussion of the City of Mendota and Mendota Project Director Annie Short throughout 2026. Now, the talk is moving to action through the newly founded group Mendota Alley Cats.

Mendota, IL · 3d

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Maurice West draws top spot on 2027 Rockford mayoral ballot

ROCKFORD, IL — Maurice West will appear first on the Democratic ballot for Rockford mayor after winning a Nov. 4 lottery drawing Wednesday against fellow candidate Mary McNamara Bernsten. The Rockford Board of Election Commissioners held the drawing at its office because West and McNamara Bernsten were both in line to file their petitions of candidacy at 8 a.m. on the first day of filing, Oct. 19, said Jorge Paredes, the board’s executive director. “It was only two of them that showed up at 8 a.m. on the first day of filing,” Paredes said. When candidates file at the same time, the board must conduct a draw to decide who's name is listed first on the ballot. Coins marked 1 and 2 were placed in a hat, and each candidate drew one to determine the first and second spots. Paredes said the board is allowed to choose its own lottery method, and the Rockford office has used this simple coin draw in the past. West: 'I was ready' The result applies to the Feb. 23, 2027, Democratic primary, which will feature four candidates: West, McNamara Bernsten, Gabrielle Torina and Dan Lewandowski. West and McNamara Bernsten will hold the top two

Rockford, IL · 2d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Rockford natives launch $5.7 million memory care community in Cherry Valley

Palmstone Memory Care, founded by longtime business partners Greg Vass and Michael Kromm, is under construction at 1918 S. Bell School Road.

Cherry Valley, IL · 1d

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Caruana wins fourth term as Winnebago County sheriff

ROCKFORD — Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana has secured a fourth term term in office, defeating independent challenger Dominick Barcellona. The incumbent Republican sheriff held 60% of the vote with all 183 precincts reporting, according to unofficial election results. Approximately 16,500 votes separated the two candidates as of 9:40 p.m. Tuesday night.

Winnebago County, IL · 3d

The Journal Standard

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Illinois students to join Youth Advisory Council

State Sen. Andrew Chesney will bring high school students from across Illinois' 45th District together in Freeport for a Youth Advisory Council meeting Nov. 9. The session will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Highland Community College, according to a community announcement. Students who are sophomores, juniors and seniors will discuss public policy, learn about state government and meet elected officials and community leaders. The council also gives students an opportunity to share issues important to their generation, according to the announcement. Where the Youth Advisory Council will meet The meeting will be held at Highland Community College Conference Center, H-201 Newell Room, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport, IL 61032. Members of the media may attend, with video and photo opportunities available. The council is made up of high school students from across the 45th District. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Journal Standard: Illinois students to join Youth Advisory Council

Freeport, IL · 1d

The Journal Standard

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Little Cubs Field unveils new community mural

Little Cubs Field will unveil its new center field mural during a public open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 7 at the ballpark in Freeport, Illinois. The mural highlights people and stories connected to Little Cubs Field, according to a community announcement. People depicted in the artwork responded to an open fundraising offer supporting the mural's creation and installation as well as ongoing field operations. Denny Garkey, vice president of the Little Cubs Field Board, said the mural represents the work of numerous contributors. “We’re excited to welcome the community to Little Cubs Field and share the finished mural with everyone who helped make this project special,” Garkey said. “A project like this takes a lot of time, talent and dedication, and we’re grateful to everyone who contributed. Steven Winter did an outstanding job bringing the vision to life, and we hope this mural will be part of the Little Cubs Field experience for the next 20 years and beyond.” Winter, who designed the mural, will attend the open house. Visitors can take photos in front of the mural, visit the ballpark's gift shop and participate in informal baseball activities, including games and hitting balls. Media representatives

Freeport, IL · 2d

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Events across Northern Illinois on Saturday, November 7, 2026

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Looking for something to do today? Here's a roundup of events happening across the Stateline. The 12th Annual Arts and Crafts Holiday Spectacular is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Mercyhealth Indoor Sports Center in Rockford. The event will feature vendors, handmade goods, holiday décor, gifts and seasonal shopping opportunities and continue through Sunday afternoon.

Rockford, IL · 13h