LOCAL
RSO’s Steve Larsen announces retirement
Staff Report
ROCKFORD - Rockford Symphony Orchestra Music Director Steve Larsen will retire after the 2020-21…
STATE
Peoria business turns invasive Asian carp into sport
The Center Square
PEORIA - A bow fishing business along the Illinois River is giving people a chance to hunt for…
Pritzker wants state lawmakers to consolidate 649 police, fire funds into two
By Greg Bishop
SPRINGFIELD - Gov. J.B. Pritzker wants lawmakers to pass legislation in the upcoming legislative…
NATION & WORLD
Trump dismisses Syria concerns; Democrats walk out of White House meeting
By Robert Burns
AP National Security Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washing his hands of Syria, President Donald…
CRIME & COURTS
Rockford drug dealer gets 15 years in prison for fatal overdoses
Staff Report
ROCKFORD - A Rockford woman was sent to prison for 15 years Wednesday for supply drugs that killed…
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Your Horoscope – October 16, 2019
ARIES
You’ll negotiate a loan to settle a difficult financial situation or make a big purchase that will improve…
Your Horoscope – October 9, 2019
ARIES
You’ll make new friends or network contacts that benefit you in the long run. Your busy schedule makes it…
Rock drummer Ginger Baker dies at 80
Staff Report
Ginger Baker, who became one of rock 'n' roll's most influential drummers as a member of Cream,…
Your Horoscope – October 2, 2019
ARIES
Don’t be afraid of change, it will mean good things for you. At home, at work and in your love life, you…
Your Horoscope – September 25, 2019
ARIES
You’ll face a challenge that allows you to demonstrate your full potential. Eager to get into shape,…
Your Horoscope – September 18, 2019
ARIES
You’ll need to make a decision without having all the required information. Rely on your judgment and stay…