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FEMA offering help to Chicago area residents following severe storms this summer
If your home was damaged during severe weather in July, the federal government might be able to help. Severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding slammed portions of Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washington, Will, and Winnebago in July.
Here Are The First Reviews Of The New Capri Opening In Loves Park
After two challenging years, Capri in Rockford has triumphantly reopened, demonstrating their resilience and unwavering commitment to patrons. The speed and efficiency with which Capri, a new restaurant with a fresh start, has been brought to life is truly commendable, considering the time and effort involved. Rest assured, the wait...
Felon sentenced to 8 years in federal prison for Rockford handgun arrest
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Tyrone Smith, 37, has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison on the charge of being a felon in illegal possession of a handgun. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Smith was arrested in Rockford in September 2022 when police discovered he was in possession of a firearm that […]
Illinois government officials look to help motorists update I-Pass technology in Loves Park
LOVES PARK, Ill. (WTVO) — Loves Park drivers have the chance to change their I-Pass to the latest technology on October 1st. From 3 p.m. until 7 p.m., drivers can go to Loves Park City Hall located at 100 Heart Boulevard. Participants need to bring their licenses and license plate numbers to present to tollway […]
Byron woman faces DUI charges after flipping car on North River Road
OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — A Byron woman has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after authorities said she flipped her car and became trapped inside the vehicle late Sunday night. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Shaunda Thompson, 35, was traveling north on River Road in a black Kia Sorento when […]
PREPS: Beloit Memorial girls swimming team falls to visiting Burlington
BELOIT — Beloit Memorial’s girls swimming team managed only two first places as it fell to visiting Burlington, 112-58, on Tuesday at the Richard Vogel Natatorium. Beloit’s 200-yard freestyle relay team of Caroline Severson, Emma Polo-Fuertes, G’Yauna Morga-Thomas and Laila Lee finished first in 1:54.94. Polo-Fuertes won the 100 breaststroke in 1:26.00. The Purple Tide took three second places. The 200 medley relay team of Serinity Buchanan, Aalayja Listenbee-Fleming, Polo-Fuertes...
Top Trunk-or-Treats Your Kids Will Love in the Rockford Area This October
Fall has officially arrived in Illinois, and that means it’s time to start planning for Halloween!. Picking out Halloween costumes is something my family likes to do in mid-September for several different reasons:. We'll have plenty of time to order and/or make our costumes for the year. We don't...
Illinois Shelter Swamped by Kittens, Needs Donations Now
In less than 3 days, Winnebago County Animal Services in Rockford, Illinois took in over 80 cats, and now they desperately need donations to help care for them. I think it's safe to say that during the warmer months animal shelters all across Illinois, and even the United States struggle with too many stray animals coming in and not enough room or supplies to properly care for them.
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