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Beware of Scam in Illinois Involving Amazon and Temu Package Shipments
Thieves are working around the clock trying to come up with new ways to trick you using all the latest technology and techniques to steal your identity and money. Illinois and Wisconsin residents who order products online that are being shipped to their homes need to know about this latest scam that uses fake text messages about package deliveries.
‘Equity, equality and parity': Illinois' road to reparations explained
In early 2022, Illinois became the second of three U.S. states to establish a commission to provide reparations for African American descendants of slavery. Through subsequent board meetings, public hearings and oversight from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the goals of the group, titled Illinois' African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC), are starting to take shape.
Rockford Fire department battle garage fire on city’s east side
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Firefighters race to extinguish a garage fire on Rockford’s east side Saturday. Just after 9:30 a.m., Rockford firefighters responded to the 1100 block of 23rd Street after receiving a call for a “fully involved garage fire.”. No injuries are known at this time. This...
Will Pete Davidson Crash This Superfan’s Wedding In Rockford?
July 27th is a big day for Rockford. Pete Davidson is coming to town for a much-anticipated comedy show. However, there's an even bigger reason why I need to meet Pete Davidson - it involves a wedding, a super fan, and a promise I made. Working in radio, we get...
Kewanee Rotary Club Free Swim until 6 PM Today, July 27th
The Kewanee Rotary Club is sponsoring a free swim today, July 27th, until 6 PM at Northeast Park Oasis Pool. The pool reached maximum capacity at 12:47 PM. People are enjoying the great weather for swimming. Thank you Kewanee Rotary Club!
Dogs walk Rockford University’s campus during Dog Days of Summer
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford University holds its second annual Dog Days of Summer event to welcome back Alumni and enjoy an early morning stroll. On Saturday, an estimated 40 dogs and their owners visited the Nelson Alumni Center, 5050 E. State Street, to enjoy the weekend weather and stay active. Event guests could pick up trail maps, grab goodies from that The Canine Crunchery and learn about the non-profit Canine Companions.
Fire Fighters Served Meals to Their Benefit
On Thursday, July 25, 2024, First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, held its “4th Annual Morrison Fire Department Benefit,” with a free, drive up meal. Donations for the Fire Department were welcomed. Children were allowed to explore a shiny Fire Engine. First Presbyterian Church volunteers prepared...
"Cops 4 Cancer" Summer Event concludes Saturday night in Cedar Point
Unfortunately cancer isn’t going away, which means your help is needed in supporting folks dealing with the disease. Cops 4 Cancer Summer Event is concluding its two day run of live music Saturday. Music, food, drinks, raffles, and a 50-50 drawing can all be enjoyed at Cerri Memorial Park in Cedar Point.
Village of Coal City Receives $2.6 Million Grant To Replace 533 Lead Service Lines
Several lead service lines will be replaced in the Village of Coal City as they received a $2.6 million grant from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. The Illinois EPA announced on Friday that $43 million in funding is being provided to 17 individual communities to replace lead service lines during the last quarter of State Fiscal Year 2024.
Village of Minooka Receives Great News Regarding Audit
The Village of Minooka recently received great news regarding their financial audit. Minooka Finance Director Austin Haacke explained a few details of that audit which was presented at the village board meeting. Haacke also had this to report. Your browser does not support the audio element. The audit was also...
Oswego police, fire protection district host annual Junior Public Safety Academy
The Oswego Police Department and Oswego Fire Protection District teamed up for their annual Junior Public Safety Academy, which ran from July 15-19. The free academy is comprised of junior high students. Oswego Fire Protection District Lieutenant Kris Kearns said the academy uses hands-on experiences to educate the students and...
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