Proposed legislation would provide paid leave for women who suffer a miscarriage
The legislation comes from Senator Tammy Duckworth, who says she suffered a miscarriage during her…
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Predicted population loss in Freeport could mean the loss of Home Rule, resulting in higher property taxes
The drop of Home Rule would eliminate the Home Rule Sales Tax. This would mean a loss of millions of dollars in tax revenue.…
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New grant money will go toward increasing mental health staff and resources in Winnebago County Jail
The more than one million dollars of grant funding comes from the one-half cent sales tax revenue.…
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New Illinois law provides sexual assault survivors the ability to track the progress of their rape kit processing
The technology allows survivors of assault to track their rape kit through its various tests.…
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Crisis Co-Responder Team could soon expand thanks to more than $2 million grant
The team would expand from 5 members to 14 thanks to a $2 million grant.…
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How the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the court system in Winnebago County
As restrictions mounted, it became difficult for the courts to carry on as…
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Stateline summer attractions still looking for seasonal staff
As the region prepares for the state to fully reopen, some summer attractions say they still need staff.…
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Issue with coal plant delays vote on legislation impacting Byron Nuclear Plant’s future
Lawmakers say there were inches away from the measure passing, before a separate issue stalled the vote.…
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‘His one sacrifice saved many’: Stateline Vietnam War Veteran remembered for making the ultimate sacrifice
James Owens learned how to fly at Cottonwood Airport. His expert flying skills saved at least a dozen soldiers.…
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Rockford woman receives car seat for daughter with disabilities thanks to Salvation Army donation
After helping the woman overcome homelessness, the Salvation Army stepped in again to meet another of her family’s needs.…
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