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Top prospects training hosts inaugural charity bowl game
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Former Hononegah football player Estin Fichter hosted the inaugural top prospects training charity bowl game on Saturday afternoon. The first event of its kind had over thirty kids from the community come out to Riverside park in Roscoe not only to learn new football skills, but to raise awareness for mental health.
Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents free concert in East Moline
The Mississippi Valley Blues Society will present Dustin Arbuckle & The Damnations in a free concert from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the Whiskey Stop in East Moline. Arbuckle, known for his work with Moreland & Arbuckle, has brought fresh energy to the band since 2017. His influences include traditional blue...
2025 three-star WR Muizz Tounkara commits to Arizona over Wisconsin, Kansas
The Wisconsin Badgers faced some unfortunate news on Saturday, as 2025 three-star wide receiver Muizz Tounkara committed to Arizona Wildcats, he announced. Tounkara had a final three of Wisconsin, Arizona, and Kansas, with the former two presumed to be at the top. Ultimately, the wideout committed to Arizona, leaving the...
Gov. Reynolds appoints UI College of Law graduate as district judge
Gov. Kim Reynolds has appointed a University of Iowa College of Law graduate as a district court judge. Earlier this week, Reynolds announced her appointment of Elizabeth O’Donnell Reist as a district judge in Judicial District 7. O’Donnell Reist, of Davenport, serves as Senior Assistant County Attorney for the...
Republican Bruce Danielson joins 44th state Assembly race. Democrats Cathy Myers and Ann Roe also running
JANESVILLE -- Three candidates are now in the running for the 44th state Assembly District. Bruce Danielson, a lifelong Janesville resident and Janesville police officer, announced his candidacy on Saturday, running as a Republican. Also running are Democrats Cathy Myers and Ann Roe. State Rep. Sue Conley, who currently holds the seat, is not seeking...
Crews respond to fire Saturday at Maquoketa auto business
MAQUOKETA, Iowa (KWQC) - Crews battled a fire Saturday at Nugent Auto Sales & Salvage, 115 S. Clark St., in Maquoketa. “Due to a fire and one water tower being out of service, please conserve City water effective immediately,” according to a post on the city’s Facebook page. “This is a major ask. Please take this seriously.”
Janesville's losing streak in American Legion baseball runs to six games after pair of losses Saturday
Janesville mustered just six hits in two games and allowed multirun homers to both its opponents Saturday in losing 6-0 to Beloit and 5-3 to Oconomowoc in Fort Atkinson's American Legion baseball tournament. The losses were No. 5 and 6 in Post 205's current skid. "I told the guys that hopefully the breaks that aren't going our way right now will start going our way at the right time of...
Rafters Blitz Madison at Home, Win 12-4
Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. – Usually on July 4th the fireworks show starts at night. But at Witter Field on Thursday, the fireworks started early. The Rafters hit three homers en route to a 12-4 victory over the Madison Mallards, their first win in the second half. Greyson Shafer, Cashel Dugger, and Max McGwire all smoked round-trippers for the Rats in one of their most dominant all-around wins of the season.
Illinois Couple Cannot Explain What Crossed Road in Front of Them
Would you be more likely to believe a strange creature story if it were shared by someone who considers themselves an avid outdoorsman? That's exactly what's just been shared by an Illinois couple who are experienced in the woods, but simply cannot explain what recently crossed a road in front of them.
Freeport Art Museum’s downtown move inspires cultural center in heart of Pretzel City
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - There’s no scaffolding around Freeport’s Lincoln-Douglas Debate Square. In the minds of city leaders, however, a cultural center builds around the historic landmark. The Freeport Art Museum’s (FAM) $3.5 million move to 26 East Exchange St. is the next building block for the artistic...
Illinois State Police Just Brought the Hammer Down on Carjacking
If you suddenly see the number of carjackings start to decline in Illinois, I know why. The Illinois State Police have spent the past several months bringing the hammer down on those who steal vehicles and the results of their operation are impressive. The Public Information Office of the Illinois...
Illinois Ramping Up Efforts to Stop Horrific Human Trafficking
If I were given superpowers to stop just one injustice in the world, it would likely be this one. Human trafficking is a horrific crime and the state of Illinois is ramping up efforts to crack down on those that exploit the safety and freedom of others. The Illinois State...
Illinois lawmakers react to shooting at Trump Rally in Pennsylvania
CHICAGO (CBS) -- There was a swift reaction Saturday night from Illinois and national lawmakers as the country learns more about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania.Illinois lawmakers took their thoughts, prayers, and concerns to social media. On X, formerly known as Twitter, Governor JB Prtizker said that violence is not the answer in our Democracy." Senator Dick Durbin agreed that political violence is never acceptable. While keeping the former president, those injured, and the person killed in his thoughts, he thanked law enforcement for keeping thousands in attendance safe. Senator Tammy Duckworth also released a statement, saying in...
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