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Winnebago County woman arrested after ex-husband allegations

Police, fire and courts

A Winnebago County woman was arrested after allegedly stalking and threatening her former husband.

Winnebago County Illinois DeskSep 26, 2026

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Massac homecoming festivities kick off Monday

Around town

Massac homecoming festivities are scheduled to begin Monday, marking the start of the community’s celebration.

Massac County Illinois DeskSep 26, 2026

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Geneva seeks bird photos after Bird City designation

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Geneva is asking residents to share bird photographs after the city received Bird City Illinois recognition.

Kane County Illinois DeskSep 26, 2026

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Union Says Mold Found in Blue Island Area Schools Is a Risk

Schools

A union says mold found in Blue Island-area schools could endanger students and staff, raising questions about school responses.

Cook County Illinois DeskSep 26, 2026

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Whiteside County deputy search claim lacks key details

Police, fire and courts

A headline refers to searches involving a Whiteside County deputy, but it does not identify the deputy, agency, date or records involved.

Whiteside County Illinois DeskSep 26, 2026

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Park district gets notices after 2025 tax-bill error

Community and events

The McLean County park district has received notices tied to makegood tax bills after an error involving its 2025 taxes.

McLean County Illinois DeskSep 25, 2026

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Mason and Cramer appointed to Hancock County Board

Local government

Mason and Cramer have been appointed to the Hancock County Board, according to the Daily Gate City.

Hancock County Illinois DeskSep 25, 2026

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McLean County community solar farm is fully operational

Jobs and economy

A community solar farm in McLean County has reached full operation, The Pantagraph reported.

McLean County Illinois DeskSep 25, 2026

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Galesburg Man Arrested on Child-Related Charges

Police, fire and courts

A Galesburg man was arrested on charges of child solicitation and grooming, Radio Monmouth reported.

Warren County Illinois DeskSep 25, 2026

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November 2026 Northern Illinois Election Guide

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A race-by-race guide cannot be published until the election contests and ballot questions are identified.

Bureau County Illinois DeskSep 25, 2026

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ICE Agents Injured Illinois Citizen in Mistaken Arrest Attempt

Police, fire and courts

ICE agents tried to arrest a U.S. citizen in Illinois after mistaking him for a fugitive, and the man was injured during the encounter.

Mercer County Illinois DeskSep 25, 2026

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Dozens of Illinois Jail Deaths Missing From State Records

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Dozens of people who died in Illinois jails are not included in state records, raising questions about the accuracy of the state’s count.

Fayette County Illinois DeskSep 25, 2026