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Only solution to Belvidere's freight train 'bottleneck' could be a $30M bridge
For as long as there has been a Belvidere Assembly Plant, freight trains travelling the switch tracks at Appleton Road have created traffic jams that divided and even jeopardized the Illinois city. Cars, trucks, buses — even emergency response vehicle — could get stuck in traffic waiting for a sometimes...
Fain, UAW VP trade barbs in letters over Stellantis Department
UAW Vice President Rich Boyer pushed back against President Shawn Fain’s decision to strip him of his oversight of the union’s Stellantis Department and had urged Fain to reconsider after Fain laid out his concerns about Boyer's leadership. The back and forth came in two letters obtained by the Free Press, one from Boyer to Fain dated June 7 and the explanation from Fain for his decision dated May 29. ...
Where to celebrate the Fourth of July, see fireworks around the stateline
STATELINE (WIFR) - Communities across the stateline are celebrating Independence Day with fireworks, parades, and festivals. Below is a list of celebrations happening in the area. Admission may apply for some events. WINNEBAGO COUNTY. Rockford 4th of July; fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m. on July 4 in downtown Rockford....
Bringing history to life
Annual veterans school visit holds meaning for students and Sun Citians. Todd Ary and Mark Stahl, teachers at Heineman Middle School, sent students outside of the classroom and brought history to life for their students. Ary said, “We invited veterans from the community, allowing students to interview them and show...
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