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Klehm Arboretum to host “Christmas at Klehm”

The Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is set to host "Christmas at Klehm" this November, relocating the former "Christmas at the Farm" event from Meyers Tails Up Farm to its own grounds.
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DUI suspect hits 8 mailboxes and light pole in Stillman Valley dump truck wreck

STILLMAN VALLEY, Ill. (WTVO) — A 37-year-old man was hospitalized with serious injuries late Sunday night after crashing a dump truck in Stillman Valley, according to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrested the driver, identified as Jeremy Champlain, on suspicion of driving under the influence following the
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New law aims to help communities across Illinois build off Rockford’s Family Peace Center...

ROCKFORD — The city’s work to serve survivors of domestic and sexual violence through the Family Peace Center could be used as a model for communities across the state under a recently passed law. House Bill 4949, which Gov. JB Pritzker signed into law on Aug. 7, creates...
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Rockford’s 15th Ave. Bridge to undergo full reconstruction

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The 15th Avenue Bridge in Rockford will undergo a full reconstruction estimated at $24 million, with construction expected to begin next year. The project will take approximately two years to complete and is nearly entirely through federal and state grants. Contract awarding for the project is t
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The Rockford Public Library is helping some adults achieve something that helps them excel...

The U.S. Census bureau reports that more than 14,000 Rockford adults ages 25 and older don’t have a high school diploma. This number includes those with less than a 9th grade education. Some sources report Winnebago county numbers to be more than 30,000. A Rockford Public Library nationally accredited high school progr
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Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office mourns death of K9 Zoro after cancer diagnosis

The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office announced the passing of K9 Zoro on Tuesday.
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K9 ZORO, Beloved Winnebago County Sheriff’s K9, Dies After Sudden Illness

The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office is saddened to announce the passing of K9 ZORO on August 24, 2026. ZORO began experiencing sudden medical issues and was immediately transported to an area veterinary clinic for evaluation. Due to the seriousness of his condition, he was transferred to the University of Wisconsin-M
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Flow Is Getting a Huge Makeover and Kids Will Love It

If your kids grew up watching Ninja Kidz on YouTube, they are going to be VERY excited about what is replacing Flow Supreme Air Sports in Rockford.
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Families and community connected with Rockton Police Department at National Night Out

National Night Out enhances and strengthens the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances. These events are an expansion of the dedication of departmen
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Beloit Police Department facing severe staffing shortages

The Beloit City Manager is defending the police chief as the department faces severe staffing shortages since she took over the job. Schonella Stewart became the first woman to lead the Beloit Police Department on Dec. 1, 2025. Since that time, 19 of the city’s 74 patrol officers have resigned. That’s about 25 percent

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