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Cherry Valley man dies in fatal car crash on Route 20
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Ken A. Neal, 60, of Cherry Valley, Ill., is dead following a fatal car crash that occurred 1
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Man pleads guilty to possession with intent to deliver cocaine
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Victor Rivera-Gomez, 24, pled guilty Oct. 1 to the offense of possession with intent to deliver cocaine.
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Man sentenced to eight years for leaving the scene of May 2011 deadly hit-and-run
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Mario Neal, 31, pled guilty Sept. 28 to failure to report an accident involving death after leaving
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Man faces sentencing after being found guilty of sexual assault of child
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Dennis James Rahn, 31, was found guilty Sept. 26 of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child
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Oct. 7 ‘Walk to Remember’ remembers children lost too soon
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“Walk to Remember,” a memorial event in honor of children lost through stillbirth, early infant death, early childhood
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Sensata workers attack Romney’s profit ‘harvest’ comments, begin efforts to regain severance
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FREEPORT, Ill. — Workers facing outsourcing at Freeport’s Sensata Technologies plant and community supporters held an “Outsourcing
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Family of teen shot during attempted robbery at Marie’s Pizza files suit against off-duty officer, sheriff and county
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The family of the late Michael DeAngelo Sago Jr. filed a lawsuit in federal court Sept. 28 against
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Joe Terrell fills Winnebago County Board seat vacated by John Cabello
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Joe Terrell (R) was sworn in to serve the remainder of the unexpired term on the Winnebago County
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Former village administrator to run for Machesney Park president
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MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. — Bob Mullins, who worked 10 years in the top professional administrative position for the
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Rockford’s unemployment rate remains highest in state, 3,000 jobs created in past year
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Although the Rockford metropolitan area continues to have the highest unemployment rate in the state, 3,000 jobs have
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Man sentenced to 34 years for May 2011 home invasion on Atwood Avenue
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Luis Avila, 23, was sentenced by Judge Rosemary Collins to 28 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections
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Rockford man arrested in Sept. 9 hit-and-run that left motorcyclist dead
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Amjed Al-Sadum, 25, of Rockford, has been arrested for failure to report an accident and driving without
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Health Department reports two human cases of West Nile virus
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The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is reporting two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus (WNV), who
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Rockford Public Library accepts Sullivan Center, increases non-resident fees from $115 to $120
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The Rockford Public Library Board of Trustees voted 5-2 at its Sept. 24 meeting to accept ownership of
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Rockford man dies in fatal motorcycle accident on Illinois Route 70
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Jeremie Kobler, 38, of Rockford, died Wednesday, Sept. 26, after the motorcycle he was driving struck the rear
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The Literacy Council needs volunteer tutors
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The Literacy Council is looking for more volunteer tutors to be matched with adults who want to
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St. Elizabeth Catholic Community Center celebrates 101 years
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To commemorate the 101st anniversary of the St. Elizabeth Catholic Community Center, Catholic Charities welcomes the public
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Human Services Forum Oct. 1 at Rockford College Burpee Center
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The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford will host a Human Services Forum featuring state representative candidates
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Vote before Election Day
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The Rockford Board of Election Commissioners announces that the period for absentee or early voting for the Nov.
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Visit more than 125 colleges or universities in one night
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Rock Valley College (RVC) will host its annual College Night from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 3,
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Photos: A look back at World War II Days
From the Sept. 26-Oct. 2, 2012, issue
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Community Foundation’s Annual Dinner set for Oct. 3
• Roberta Holzworth, Jean Morrow, Webbs Norman finalists for Charles G. Uram Lifetime Service Award
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The Community Foundation’s Annual Dinner will
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Midway Village announces 11.36-acre land acquisition
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A new 11.36-acre land acquisition at the corner of Perryville and Guilford roads by the Rockford Park District Foundation
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State Police arrest 20 for DUI between Aug. 27 and Sept. 22
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PECATONICA, Ill. — Illinois State Police District 16 Commander, Captain James Alexander, announced the following arrests were made
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Small section of Rock River Recreation Path closed until Sept. 29
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A small segment of the Rock River Recreation Path will be closed beginning today, Monday, Sept. 24.
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Winnebago woman sentenced to four years for stealing $1 million from Wirtz Beverage
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CHICAGO — Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan (D) announced Sept. 21 a Rockford-area woman pled guilty and
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Rockford man charged in Sept. 11 one-vehicle crash that left one dead
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Christopher Joe Hare, 27, of Rockford, has been charged with two counts of reckless homicide, two counts
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Freeport’s Sensata Technologies workers to join Bain Worker Bus Tour Sept. 22
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FREEPORT, Ill. — Saturday, Sept. 22, the Bain Worker Bus Tour will make its first stop in
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Teacher pension reform debate at Auburn High School Sept. 25
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Tuesday, Sept. 25, the Illinois Policy Institute will host a debate aimed at exploring who should pay the
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Violence Prevention Collaborative holds Peace Awards luncheon Sept. 26
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Wednesday, Sept. 26, the Violence Prevention Collaborative of the Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) will host its annual
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Red Mango now open near CherryVale Mall
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Joining more than 190 stores across North America, frozen yogurt and smoothie chain Red Mango has opened its
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Rockford City Market recognized among ‘10 Things to do Near Chicago this Fall,’ Sept. 21 market features Harlan Jefferson
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As Rockford City Market’s popularity continues to grow locally, it is also getting recognition on a regional scale.
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Perryville traffic to be affected by ‘World War II Days’ Sept. 21-24
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The traffic signal operation at the intersection of Perryville Road and Crimson Ridge will be temporarily changed to
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Rescue Mission sees no decline in those seeking assistance, despite Census report showing poverty has stalled
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According to recently released 2011 U.S. Census Bureau figures, the poverty rate in our country is no longer
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Oct. 21 CROP Hunger Walk aims to raise $50,000 for local food pantries, worldwide hunger relief
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The 27th Rockford Area CROP Hunger Walk is set for Sunday, Oct. 21. Registration begins at 1 p.m.,
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Local church uses unique approach to teach message of God’s love
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Looking for a fun way to teach your kids about the Bible and all the lessons that
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Village petitions available beginning Sept. 24
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Petitions and related paperwork necessary to be placed on the ballot for the Village of Cherry Valley’s
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Cultural Heritage: Come to know about Argentina
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A discussion of Argentina’s country, culture, traditions, places, music and dance will be from 3 to 5 p.m.,
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Fall Metals and Electronics Drive Oct. 6 at Machesney Park Mall
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LOVES PARK, Ill. — Area residents are encouraged to bring any old electronics, appliances and scrap metal to
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League of Women Voters offers voter registration events
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The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford will offer a series of voter registration events leading up to
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Sept. 23 benefit at Whiskey’s Roadhouse honors fallen biker
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A benefit in honor of Brent A. Busby, 36, of Rockford, who was killed after being hit in a
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Sept. 23 lecture explores ‘Almhouses, Poorhouses and Poor Farms’
• Event set for Sunday, Sept. 23, at Rockford’s Burpee Museum
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Dr. Rochelle Lurie, president and principal investigator of Midwest Archaeological
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Nearly 400 U.S. cities enter Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge
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NEW YORK — Bloomberg Philanthropies has announced that 394 cities across the United States have entered Bloomberg Philanthropies’
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La Voz Latina’s Annual Banquet at Cliffbreakers Sept. 28
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La Voz Latina welcomes the community to join them in an evening of Latino-inspired food, music and fun at
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Rock Valley College named to Military Friendly Schools list
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Victory Media, the premier media entity for military personnel transitioning into civilian life, has named Rock Valley College (RVC)
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Sept. 19 forum features Winnebago County State’s Attorney candidates
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The Winnebago County Bar Association will host a candidate forum featuring the candidates for Winnebago County State’s Attorney
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I-90 murder suspect Kody Walsh arrested in Tennessee after attempting to flee officers
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Interstate 90 murder suspect Kody R. Walsh, 22, of Rockford, was located near Memphis, Tenn., and
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Man sentenced to seven years for possession with intent to deliver, aggravated DUI
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Eric O. Steward Jr., 24, was sentenced Sept. 13 by Judge Ronald White to seven years in
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Oct. 9 deadline to register to vote in Nov. 6 General Election
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The Rockford Board of Election Commissioners has announced the deadline for voter registration for the Tuesday, Nov. 6,
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Central City Neighborhoods meeting set for Sept. 20 at Morning Star Church
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The first meeting of the Central City Neighborhoods will be at 6 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 20, at Morning
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