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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 · 1d

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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 · 2d

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Rockford Man Gets 10 Years After Pleading Guilty to Assaulting Sleeping Child

A Rockford man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to predatory criminal sexual assault involving a child, closing out a case that began when the young victim kicked her attacker and ran to tell her mother what happened. Whitney Watkins, 32, will serve at least 85 percent of that sentence before facing mandatory supervision that could last anywhere from three years to the rest of his life.

Rockford, IL · 9h

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Northern Illinois Food Bank, VanVleet family to distribute 1,700 turkey meals

ROCKFORD — Northern Illinois Food Bank and the VanVleet Family Foundation will partner this weekend to give out 1,700 holiday meal boxes and turkeys to families in the area. The free distribution will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Neighborhood Market, 1397 Sandy Hollow Road. The meal kits and turkeys will be distributed in a drive-thru model and available on a first-come, first-served basis. No identification or registration is required.

Rockford, IL · 10h

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Pecatonica Elementary Teacher Makes Kids Feel Loved at School

A Pecatonica mom says kindergarten teacher Amanda Benney helped her daughter thrive while easing her family's first-day worries.

Pecatonica, IL · 17h

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Rock County man charged with murdering wife had history of domestic violence

JANESVILLE, Wis.– A man from Janesville is charged with murdering his wife. Police were notified after she failed to meet a friend she had plans with. Officers say they were called to their shared apartment a month before for a domestic disturbance. At the time, his wife told officers he would allegedly receive treatment for mental health issues from the local Veteran’s hospital before he would “stop following the recommendations.”

Janesville, WI · 2d

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Winnebago County K-9 Quatro dies after medical issue

K-9 Quatro, a 7-year-old police dog who served with the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office since 2021, has died following a medical complication. Quatro died Oct. 31, according to a community announcement from the sheriff’s office. He worked alongside his handler, Deputy Joseph Caravello. The sheriff’s office described Quatro as a trusted partner who assisted deputies in the field, helped protect the community and provided additional protection to law enforcement personnel. Quatro was also remembered for his loyalty, courage and dedication to his work, according to the announcement. The sheriff’s office said Quatro’s death is particularly difficult for Caravello because of the bond they developed while working together. “Our thoughts are especially with Deputy Caravello during this difficult time, as we recognize the special bond they shared,” the sheriff’s office wrote. Quatro served with the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office for about five years. “Rest easy Quatro, you will be deeply missed but never forgotten,” the sheriff’s office wrote. 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 Rockford Register Star:

Winnebago County, IL · 23h

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When our local football teams will take the field this coming weekend in the IHSA and I8FA playoffs

Here is a look at when and where our local high school football team be competing in the playoffs this Saturday, November 14.

Rockford, IL · 15h

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Case dismissed against Rockford mom who shot son’s attacker at gas station

A Winnebago County judge dismissed charges against a Rockford mother who shot an assailant during an attack on her son at a gas station in March.

Rockford, IL · 15h

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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.

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‘Bad to the Bone’ legend George Thorogood to bring blues rock to Rockford

"Bad to the Bone" singer George Thorogood is bringing his legendary blues rock sound to Rockford's Hard Rock Live in March 2027.

Rockford, IL · 18h

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Three Rockford teens arrested after reported stolen vehicle found, police say

Three teens were arrested Saturday night after a vehicle was reported stolen, according to the Rockford Police Department.

Rockford, IL · 17h

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Cherry Valley Stabbing Jury Convicts Rockford Man Awaiting Separate Rape Trial

A Winnebago County jury has found Kyle Condon, 27, guilty of aggravated battery for a May 2024 stabbing in Cherry Valley that left the victim with nine wounds to his back and a missing kidney. The verdict comes as Condon separately awaits a status hearing next month in an unrelated criminal sexual assault case.

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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....

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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 · 2d

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Events across Northern Illinois on Sunday, November 8, 2026

Several local events including craft markets, a comic book convention, a theatrical performance of 1984, and an animal sanctuary open house are scheduled to take place around the Rockford area.

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Citizens vote down school district referendum

*Editor’s Note: Percentages are rounded to the nearest tenth and write-ins are excluded. Whitewater Unified School District $5.5 million four-year non recurring referendum. In addition to political government races, the Whitewater community voted on the Whitewater Unified School District’s (WUSD) $5.5 million four-year nonrecurring referendum. With 47.5% voting...

Whitewater, WI · 1d

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