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Quick Response Saves Rock Falls McDonald’s

Firefighters were called to the McDonald’s on First Avenue in Rock Falls after a commercial fryer caught fire inside the restaurant. Crews arrived quickly and brought the fire under control before it could spread further through the building. Officials say everyone inside made it out safely, and no customers or employees were hurt. The quick response helped limit the incident and kept the situation from becoming more serious.

Rock Falls, IL · 2d
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Former Oregon foundry building fire was intentionally set, police say

The Oregon Police Department is asking for the community's help after an industrial building caught fire Friday.

Oregon, IL · 2d

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Crossbow fired at vehicle after hit-and-run crash in Ogle County, deputies say

Andrew Heidenreich, a 22-year-old Ogle County man, was arrested after allegedly striking a mailbox, pursuing a witness, and firing a crossbow into their vehicle.

Ogle County, IL · 11h

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Oregon military veteran uses art to cope with the effects of combat exposure

An Oregon, Illinois military veteran and welder is sharing how art is helping him recover from the impact of combat. David Waters is a combat infantry veteran of Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan. He also served in New Orleans for Hurricane Katrina. Those experiences have caused what he calls “moral” injuries.

Oregon, IL · 9h
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Juvenile bobcat struck by car in Ogle County is expected to make a full recovery

Last week, an Oregon homeowner discovered a barely 17-pound, semi-conscious female bobcat laying in her front yard. The juvenile bobcat, estimated to have been born earlier this spring or late last year, was struck by car crossing nearby Route 64. The homeowner contacted a local wildlife trapper, who brought the...

Ogle County, IL · 1d

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Fundraiser for Jessi Wright in Tampico on Sunday

The PLT community is coming together to raise funds for Tampico resident Jessi Wright at a fundraiser on Sunday, November 15th from 1-5 p.m. at the Reagan Community Center in Tampico. Jessi is currently dealing with a severe endometriosis, a chronic and painful disease that has greatly impacted her health...

Tampico, IL · 2d

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Davis Junction woman hospitalized after colliding with semi-truck in Ogle County

OGLE COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) — A 36-year-old Davis Junction woman was hospitalized Monday after crashing into a semi-truck in Ogle County. The Ogle County Sheriff’s Office reported that Heather Newman was driving a white 2014 Cadillac XTS4 northbound near the 6000 block of North Illinois 251 behind a 1998 Peterbilt 379 semi truck operated by a 47-year-old Chana man. The Peterbilt driver attempted to turn east into a field entrance. Newman failed to reduce speed, authorities said, crashing into the passenger side of the truck.

Ogle County, IL · 1d

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Probation Not Prison Is Sentence For Downtown La Salle Restaurant Shooting

One of the final things retired Chief Judge H. Chris Ryan did before retiring was to issue a sentence in the 2023 case involving a shooting inside Mickey's Massive Burritos in downtown La Salle. Back on October 30th, the now retired judge sentenced 67-year-old Richard Venegas of La Salle to...

Lasalle, IL · 1d

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La Salle Council Approves Grant For Maytag Building Redevelopment

The La Salle City Council voted Monday for two items that could reap benefits for the city. A request from Glenstone Development LLC for grant money passed. Some $40,800 will be applied to the former Carus property at 801 to 815 First Street, the former Maytag building. These grant funds came from the county level and are administered by the city.

Lasalle, IL · 1d

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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 231-The Autism Center in Dixon: Helping Individuals With Autism Reach Their Full Potential

On this episode of Along the Rock, brought to you by the Radar Free Press, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Dr. Sarah Svendsen from the Autism Center of Illinois in Dixon to discuss the organization's work supporting individuals with autism and their families throughout the journey from diagnosis to treatment and beyond.

Dixon, IL · 1d

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Check Out The Renovations to Thomas Park

Sterling residents have a refreshed place to play, gather, and enjoy the outdoors. The Sterling Park District recently celebrated the reopening of Thomas Park after major renovations, unveiling eight new pickleball courts, two basketball courts, a fishing pier, and an upgraded playground. The playground includes two zip lines, adding a new attraction for families and kids.

Sterling, IL · 1d

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DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center's First Bobcat Since 2018 Fights Back From Two Car Strikes

DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center — Bobcat Treatment and Recovery. A young female bobcat found minimally responsive in a DuPage County yard is now recovering at a local wildlife center after veterinarians discovered she had likely been struck by a car not once, but twice. The animal arrived with head trauma, a badly fractured canine tooth, fluid in her abdomen, fleas, ticks, an old healed scapula fracture and old healed hip trauma — a grim inventory suggesting a long, hard road before anyone found her.

Dupage County, IL · 2d

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Along the Rock: Sterling Township Thanksgiving Vouchers Help 400 Local Families Celebrate the Holiday

On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Angie Schneider, supervisor at Sterling Township, to discuss the township’s annual Thanksgiving voucher program and how it helps local families enjoy a traditional holiday meal. The program has been helping Sterling Township residents for approximately 25 years, dating...

Sterling, IL · 1d

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"Comfort a Hero" Nominations Still Being Accepted

What better time than Veteran's Day to submit your favorite service member or veteran for a chance to win some comfort this winter. Triple Service Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric of Mendota has teamed up with Rheem, and Starved Rock Media. The reason? To once again award a current or veteran service member a brand-new home-comfort system, installed.

Mendota, IL · 11h

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Rock Falls Tourism Announces Winter Wonderland Decorating Contests

Local Rock Falls businesses are encouraged to join the fun and compete for the People's Choice Award, which will be determined by public vote. Businesses may register between November 2 and November 13 by emailing a completed registration form to travel@visitrockfalls.com. The business registration form is available at: https://bit.ly/BusinessWindowRegistration. House...

Rock Falls, IL · 21h