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Chicago Swimmers Warned: One Gulp Of Lake Michigan Can Wreck Your Weekend
As Lake Michigan beaches open for the 2026 summer season across Chicago and the North Shore, state and county health officials are reminding swimmers that swallowing even a small mouthful of lake water can lead to recreational water illnesses, most commonly diarrhea, and in rare cases, more serious infections. Routine testing and advisory flags are already in place, but officials say simple habits such as not swallowing water and showering after a dip are still the easiest way to cut your risk. With warm weather finally arriving, public-health agencies are repeating a familiar warning: one careless gulp in the water can make you sick.
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Nearly $250K state grant to fund street improvements near Belvidere schools
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - Street upgrades designed to keep students safe will soon be coming to Belvidere thanks to a state grant. State Rep. Dave Vella announced $249,346 will be appropriated to the City of Belvidere to fund Safe Routes to School projects through the Illinois Department of Transportation. IDOT’s...
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Yorkville farm, residents sue to stop second massive data center project
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Fastcast: Update on large Rockford apartment fire, COVID pandemic affects mental health
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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 93-Mental Health & Child Development Resources in Dixon, Illinois
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Emma Watts sat down with Dr. Laura Gumbiner from the Florissa Center to discuss the organization’s mission, the services it provides throughout the Sauk Valley, and why accessible developmental and mental health support for children is so important in rural communities.
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May 27 Pollution Action Day Includes Will
Chicago – The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Pollution Action Day for the Chicago Metropolitan area for Wednesday, May 27 due to elevated ozone pollution. The Action Day includes the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Grundy, Lake, McHenry and Will. Regional air quality is expected...
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Rockford surgeon advances orthopedic research
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A Rockford orthopedic surgeon and his research his team are gaining recognition for work they say could help shape the future of shoulder surgery. Dr. Scott Trenhaile, an orthopedic surgeon with Ortho Illinois, recently had three research abstracts accepted for presentation at the Orthopaedic Research Society, highlighting new work in radiomics, a field that uses imaging scans and data analysis to help doctors make more informed treatment decisions.
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Rock River Hospice & Home to Host Annual Memorial Service
Rock River Hospice & Home invites the community to participate in a memorial service for deceased loved ones. The Gathering in Remembrance will be held on Sunday, June 14th at 2:00 p.m. at First Christian Church, 3400 6th Avenue, Sterling, Illinois. The annual event provides an opportunity for those who...
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Kim Kennedy honored with 45th Annual Conkey Family Award at OSF Saint Paul Medical Center
The recipient of the 45th Annual Conkey Family Award was announced on Friday, May 15, at OSF HealthCare Saint Paul Medical Center as part of National Health Care Week. This year’s honoree is Kim Kennedy, a dedicated human resource business partner. A Mission Partner for nearly 40 years, Kim...
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OSF Saint Katharine – Center for Health continues to expand specialty services in Sterling
OSF Saint Katharine – Center for Health in Sterling continues to expand access to specialty care in Whiteside County with the addition of Andrew Feyh, MD, a board‑certified general surgeon, and Taylor Carroll, APRN, who brings gastroenterology services to the clinic as a new specialty service line. Both...
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Woodstock Daycare Scare As Baby Is Airlifted To Hospital
An infant was flown to a pediatric hospital after being found unresponsive at a Woodstock daycare Tuesday morning. Staff at the mon Harding Lane began life-saving care before emergency crews arrived, and paramedics were able to stabilize the child for transport. Officials have not released the infant’s condition. Emergency...
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U.S. Senator Dick Durbin meets with Rockford leadership about healthcare management programs
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Senator Dick Durbin meets with Rockford city leaders for a discussion about its mobile integrated healthcare program. The program is more than a decade old and hospital representatives say health professionals who travel to patients’ homes help reduce costly hospital visits. Each year, the mobile...
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Impulse Rehab & Wellness
What started as just a dream became respected physical therapy clinic in Westchester
In a nondescript strip small, Impulse Rehab & Wellness stands as a beacon of hope and recovery for many in the community. Its unassuming exterior belies the transformative care and comprehensive services found within. Here, in a warm and welcoming environment, clients embark on journeys of healing and wellness, guided by skilled therapists who are as passionate as they are experienced. This clinic is more than just a treatment center; it's a place where stories of perseverance and triumph unfold daily. Impulse Rehab & Wellness isn't just treating ailments; it's nurturing a community of individuals committed to reclaiming their lives and well-being, one step at a time.
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UW Health Newburg Road Clinic closes for transformer repairs
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The UW Health Newburg Road Clinic is closed Wednesday, May 6 due to required repairs to a transformer in the area. The repairs will require the power to be turned off for most of the day, according to a statement from UW Health. Providers have been...