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July Fourth weekend will test Americans’ discipline
By John Seewer
Associated Press
The U.S. headed into the Fourth of July weekend with many parades and fireworks displays canceled, beaches and bars closed, and health authorities warning that this will be a crucial test of Americans'…
Rock House Kids receives COVID-19 relief funding from Club Blue
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ROCKFORD, IL – Rock House Kids, a safe haven for inner-city kids ages 6-18, is the recipient of a grant from Club Blue in Rockford. Club Blue announced 8 local charities that work with children will benefit from their Covid-19…
RAM reopens July 6 with free admission
From Sarah Bursley McNamara
Rockford Art Museum
Rockford Art Museum will reopen Monday, July 6, with new health and safety protocols in place – and free admission through the end of the year. RAM is located inside the Riverfront Museum…
CAPITOL RECAP: State begins Phase 4 of recovery from COVID-19 pandemic
By Capitol News Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois on Friday, June 26, entered Phase 4 of the state's Restore Illinois reopening plan.
In this phase, restaurants and bars may open for indoor dining at fractional capacity as long as they…
Crowds tear down statues, attack Wisconsin state senator
By Scott Bauer
Associated Press
MADISON, Wis. (AP) –Gov. Tony Evers said Wednesday he was prepared to activate the National Guard to protect state properties after protesters outside the Wisconsin Capitol tore down statues…
Appeals court orders dismissal of Michael Flynn prosecution
By Eric Tucker
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) –A divided federal appeals court on Wednesday ordered the dismissal of the criminal case against President Donald Trump's former national security adviser Michael Flynn, turning back…
Senate GOP police bill hits roadblock, as Dems seek changes
By Lisa Mascaro
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) –A Republican policing bill hit a roadblock Wednesday as Senate Democrats voted against it as inadequate, leaving the parties to decide whether to negotiate a compromise or walk away…
Youth organization announces winners of COVID-19 grocery giveaway
By Jim Hagerty
Reporter
ROCKFORD - A local nonprofit that helps at-risk youth announced the winners of its grocery giveaway.
I Am Kid Culture called on area youth to submit short videos about how to stay safe during the COVID-19…
Police disciplinary records are largely sealed
By Claudia Later and Colleen Long
Associated Press
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Officer Derek Chauvin had more than a dozen misconduct complaints against him before he put his knee on George Floyd's neck. Daniel Pantaleo, the New York City…