Winn. Co. Board raises property taxes in close vote, board members react
The Winnebago County Board decided to take the full tax levy, meaning your property taxes will increase slightly. Here’s what board members had to…
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Easier, faster saliva COVID-19 testing coming to Rockford
Coronavirus saliva tests are coming to Rockford. Doctors call it a “game-changer.” Find out…
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No ‘magic number’ for adaptive pause in schools, decisions on case-by-case basis
Teachers across Winnebago County say they’re confused about what the threshold is for phases of remote learning. Find out what the health department…
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Lawsuit settlement means payout for Illinois Facebook users
Do you live in Illinois and use Facebook? You could be entitled to a claim. Find out why.…
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Teachers unions fire back after comments from Dr. Martell, request changes to COVID-19 policies
Local teachers unions respond after comments made by Winnebago County Public Health Administrator Dr. Sandra Martell. See what the unions want…
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Freeport passes new plan for next decade, includes potentially big projects
The City of Freeport passes a new comprehensive plan for the next decade. See what the plan entails.…
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COVID-19 causes Sturtevant’s Menswear to close after 45 years, owners reflect on legacy
After 45 years, Sturtevant’s Menswear, a staple in Rockford clothing, will close its doors. The owners reflect on their time. Find out when it will…
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Sturtevant’s Menswear closing after 45 years in business, owners say pandemic a big factor
Sturtevant’s Menswear will close after 45 years in business. Find out why.…
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RACVB defends regional approach amid Loves Park fallout, tourist attractions react
RACVB’S CEO speaks out for the first time amid the failed partnership with Loves Park. Tourist attractions also react to the split.…
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Loves Park ends partnership with RACVB, city will no longer give tourism bureau a piece of tax revenue
A partnership between the Rockford Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and the City of Loves Park is over. Find out where the tax revenue will go…
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