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Drug investigation leads Ogle County police to arrest Oregon man
OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — An Oregon man was arrested Monday after police raided a home as part of a “lengthy” narcotics investigation. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, deputies executed a search warrant in the 300 block of N. 7th Street and arrested Christopher Cash, 36. Drugs and weapons were recovered from the home, […]
Machesney Park woman drowns at Lake Summerset
STEPHENSON COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - A 58-year-old woman drowned Sunday at Lake Summerset, according to Stephenson County officials. Tracy Hunter of Machesney Park was reportedly swimming the afternoon of May 12 when authorities were called to Beach 2 of the gated community for a report of a drowning. She died at the scene.
New breakfast and brunch restaurant opening soon in the Rockford area
A new breakfast and brunch restaurant called Egg One Five Brunch Bar is coming this summer to Pecatonica. The restaurant will be new to the community, but not the co-owner. Ryan Stedman, who owned The 3rd Street Station in Pecatonica before selling it in July, is starting the business venture for two reasons.
Families in Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties get free diapers
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - As a way to help struggling parents in Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties, FHN hosted its annual ‘No Child Wet Behind’ diaper drive. On Tuesday at the Countryside Sit ‘N Sleep, 1024 N. Riverside Drive, Freeport, parents were given a free bundle of diapers for each child in their household along with baby care items like wipes, wash and lotion. Parents were also able to get breastfeeding support and information about postpartum depression.
Two Davis Junction men injured in bicycle vs SUV crash
DAVIS JUNCTION, Ill. (WTVO) — A 64-year-old cyclist and a 75-year-old motorist were both taken to the hospital Saturday after colliding in Davis Junction. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Joey Mernack was riding an e-bike at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Maple Avenue around 6:29 p.m. when he attempted to make a […]
13-year-old girl accused of stealing SUV, leading Freeport Police on pursuit
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — A 13-year-old girl has been arrested after speeding away from police and later crashing in a stolen car, authorities said. According to the Freeport Police Department, officers were called to the 800 block of S. Ottawa Avenue on Friday morning, for a report that a blue GMC Terrain had been stolen […]
Freeport mother grateful for son’s health on Mother’s Day
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — A mother in Freeport has a new perspective on life after months of worry and uncertainty over the health of her first child. Samantha Hughes can hold her 6-week-old son, Houston, with joy in her eyes this Mother’s Day. “I love being his mom and watching him grow,” said Hughes. “He’s […]
Highland College’s teacher shortage solution in jeopardy as pandemic relief funding ends
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Teachers are in high demand due to a nationwide shortage. A 2024 survey from the Illinois Association of Regional Superintendents of Schools found that 90% of schools reported having a “serious” or “very serious” shortage of teachers. An Illinois Educator Shortage Survey revealed the shortages due to multiple factors, including unrealistic expectations on […]
The Glove Doctor: State champion football coach also repairs baseball gloves for Byron
Perhaps no piece of sporting equipment is more personal than a baseball glove. “It has a certain feel and a comfort level and a confidence,” Byron coach Dale Hartman said. “I’ve coached players who don’t want anyone else even touching their glove, let alone trying it on and playing catch with it.” So he...
Fatal crash claims the life of Ogle County man, 67
POLO, Ill. (WTVO) — An Ogle County man is dead after a fatal crash Monday afternoon. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, the Polo Fire Department responded to the 1000 block of N. Freeport Road around 5 p.m. and discovered the driver of a maroon 1993 Buick had been traveling northbound when it went […]
Morning Newscast for May 13, 2024
Here's a roundup of regional headlines from the KBIA Newsroom:. Katelynn McIlwain, originally from Freeport, Illinois (go Pretzels!), is the managing editor for KBIA. She assists KBIA newsroom leaders in planning, supervising and producing news programming for radio broadcast, including daily news and in-depth reports, as well as public affairs programming.
Freeport students ride their tractors to the last day of school
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Some Freeport high school seniors rode their tractors or lawnmowers to class on May 10th. The Future Famers of America (FFA) encouraged students to drive their tractors and mowers over to Blackhawk Elementary where the younger kids could check them out. The seniors also talked with the younger students about FFA, […]
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