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Illinois State Police arrest Rockford man on child sex abuse charges
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Illinois State Police arrest Rockford man on child sex abuse charges
Nicolas Ortiz-Hansen, 32, of Rockford, Illinois, was arrested on child sex abuse charges after evidence was found in his home by the Illinois State Police.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/illinois-state-police-arrest-rockford-man-on-child-sex-abuse-charges/
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Illinois State Police arrest Rockford man on child sex abuse charges
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Illinois State Police arrest Rockford man on child sex abuse charges
Nicolas Ortiz-Hansen, 32, of Rockford, Illinois, was arrested on child sex abuse charges after evidence was found in his home by the Illinois State Police.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/illinois-state-police-arrest-rockford-man-on-child-sex-abuse-charges/
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Memorial set for Sycamore couple killed by son
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Memorial set for Sycamore couple killed by son
Gary and Holly Schmidt were murdered by their son, Kevin Schmidt, who was later arrested and charged with four counts of first degree murder.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/memorial-set-for-sycamore-couple-killed-by-son/
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Pritzker tells 'unhinged' and 'demented' Trump: 'Come and get me'
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Pritzker tells âunhingedâ and âdementedâ Trump: âCome and get meâ
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called President Donald Trump âdementedâ and âliterally unhingedâ on Wednesday, responding to Trumpâs call for the governor to be jailed withâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/pritzker-tells-unhinged-and-demented-trump-come-and-get-me/
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Memorial set for Sycamore couple killed by son
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Memorial set for Sycamore couple killed by son
Gary and Holly Schmidt were murdered by their son, Kevin Schmidt, who was later arrested and charged with four counts of first degree murder.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/memorial-set-for-sycamore-couple-killed-by-son/
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Pritzker tells 'unhinged' and 'demented' Trump: 'Come and get me'
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Pritzker tells âunhingedâ and âdementedâ Trump: âCome and get meâ
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called President Donald Trump âdementedâ and âliterally unhingedâ on Wednesday, responding to Trumpâs call for the governor to be jailed withâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/pritzker-tells-unhinged-and-demented-trump-come-and-get-me/
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Shooter sentenced to 10 years for Machesney Park bar shooting
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Shooter sentenced to 10 years for Machesney Park bar shooting
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WTVO) â Jimmie Rogers, 33, has been sentenced to spend 10 years in prison for a 2023 shooting at Onyx Bar & Grill in Machesney Park. Rogers pleaded guilty to Aggravated DiâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/shooter-sentenced-to-10-years-for-machesney-park-bar-shooting/
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'I ain't dead yet!' Dolly Parton reassures fans about health
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âI ainât dead yet!â Dolly Parton reassures fans about health
Amid worries over her health, country icon Dolly Parton posted a video on Wednesday letting fans know sheâs OK.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/i-aint-dead-yet-dolly-parton-reassures-fans-about-health/
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Shooter sentenced to 10 years for Machesney Park bar shooting
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Shooter sentenced to 10 years for Machesney Park bar shooting
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WTVO) â Jimmie Rogers, 33, has been sentenced to spend 10 years in prison for a 2023 shooting at Onyx Bar & Grill in Machesney Park. Rogers pleaded guilty to Aggravated DiâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/shooter-sentenced-to-10-years-for-machesney-park-bar-shooting/
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4-Hers Isaac, Ethan, and Audrey Mohr
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https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/4-hers-isaac-ethan-and-audrey-mohr/
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Thomas âBig Tomâ L. Hankins Sr.
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https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/thomas-big-tom-l-hankins-sr/
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4-Hers Isaac, Ethan, and Audrey Mohr
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4-Hers Isaac, Ethan, and Audrey Mohr | Prairie Communications, LLC
It's National 4-H Week- Henderson County 4-H members Isaac, Ethan, and Audrey Mohr discuss their 4-H experience.
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/4-hers-isaac-ethan-and-audrey-mohr/
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Thomas âBig Tomâ L. Hankins Sr.
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Thomas âBig Tomâ L. Hankins Sr. | Prairie Communications, LLC
Mr. Thomas âBig Tomâ L. Hankins Sr., 81, of Wataga, Illinois passed away at 10:45 a.m. Sunday, October 5, 2025 surrounded by his family at OSF Richard L.
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/thomas-big-tom-l-hankins-sr/
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Police identify suspect in fatal hit and run on Rockford's Auburn Street Bridge
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Police identify suspect in fatal hit and run on Rockfordâs Auburn Street Bridge
On January 17th, 32-year-old Martavion Howard was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver, 19-year-old Jequayvieon Johnson, who fled the scene and is being sought by Rockford Police.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/police-identify-suspect-in-fatal-hit-and-run-on-rockfords-auburn-street-bridge/
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Police identify suspect in fatal hit and run on Rockford's Auburn Street Bridge
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Police identify suspect in fatal hit and run on Rockfordâs Auburn Street Bridge
On January 17th, 32-year-old Martavion Howard was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver, 19-year-old Jequayvieon Johnson, who fled the scene and is being sought by Rockford Police.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/police-identify-suspect-in-fatal-hit-and-run-on-rockfords-auburn-street-bridge/
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Changes to SNAP benefits take effect in October: What to know
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Changes to SNAP benefits take effect in October: What to know
The federal government may be shut down, but that didnât stop changes to SNAP benefits from kicking in on the first of the month.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/changes-to-snap-benefits-take-effect-in-october-what-to-know/
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Divorce rates 'significantly higher' in these states, Census Bureau says
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Divorce rates âsignificantly higherâ in these states, Census Bureau says
Whatever the reason may be, divorce is growing less and less common.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/divorce-rates-significantly-higher-in-these-states-census-bureau-says/
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Changes to SNAP benefits take effect in October: What to know
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Changes to SNAP benefits take effect in October: What to know
The federal government may be shut down, but that didnât stop changes to SNAP benefits from kicking in on the first of the month.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/changes-to-snap-benefits-take-effect-in-october-what-to-know/
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Divorce rates 'significantly higher' in these states, Census Bureau says
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Divorce rates âsignificantly higherâ in these states, Census Bureau says
Whatever the reason may be, divorce is growing less and less common.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/divorce-rates-significantly-higher-in-these-states-census-bureau-says/
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WMOI/WRAM Athletes of the Week for Week Ending Oct. 5, 2025
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WMOI/WRAM Athletes of the Week for Week Ending Oct. 5, 2025 | Prairie Communications, LLC
Hereâs the WMOI/WRAM Athletes of the Week for the week ending October 5th, 2025: The Monmouth-Roseville Titan Athlete of the Week is senior girls cross
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/wmoi-wram-athletes-of-the-week-for-week-ending-oct-5-2025/
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Whisker Wash Owner Sean Stevens
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Whisker Wash Owner Sean Stevens | Prairie Communications, LLC
Whisker Wash is officially open in Monmouth and Sean explains the self-serve dog washing process on the WRAM Morning Show.
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/whisker-wash-owner-sean-stevens/
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Security Savings Bank Vice President Dorothy Ricketts
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Security Savings Bank Vice President Dorothy Ricketts | Prairie Communications, LLC
Dorothy educates on ongoing scams to be on the lookout for, including spoofed websites, fraudulent text messages and emails, reporting those scams, and
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/security-savings-bank-vice-president-dorothy-ricketts-2/
about 4 hours ago
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County Line Diner Owner Doug Smith
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County Line Diner Owner Doug Smith | Prairie Communications, LLC
Doug talks business at the County Line Diner, catering, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/county-line-diner-owner-doug-smith-4/
about 4 hours ago
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David Zynor Vance
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David Zynor Vance | Prairie Communications, LLC
David Zynor Vance, 92, of Rock Island, died at 11:10 p.m. Monday, October 6, 2025, in Mercy One Genesis Medical Center, Silvis, Illinois. He was born
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/david-zynor-vance/
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James Comey pleads not guilty to charges stemming from 2020 testimony
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James Comey pleads not guilty to charges stemming from 2020 testimony
ALEXANDRIA, Va. â Former FBI Director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to charges linked to his 2020 congressional testimony about the bureauâs investigation into Russian ties to President TrumpââŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/hill-politics/james-comey-pleads-not-guilty-to-charges-stemming-from-2020-testimony/
about 6 hours ago
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Learn about farm life at Lockwood Park's annual Fall on the Farm event
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Learn about farm life at Lockwood Parkâs annual Fall on the Farm event
Lockwood Park is hosting its annual Fall on the Farm event this weekend, featuring a pumpkin patch, corn maze, and farm animals, with the aim of educating children about farm life and animal care.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/learn-about-farm-life-at-lockwood-parks-annual-fall-on-the-farm-event/
about 6 hours ago
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'Didn't mean to scare anyone': Dolly Parton's sister clarifies after asking for prayers for country star
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âDidnât mean to scare anyoneâ: Dolly Partonâs sister clarifies after asking for prayers for country star
Dolly Partonâs sister attempted to clarify remarks she made concerning Partonâs health, writing Tuesday night on Facebook that she âdidnât mean to scare anyoneâ with an earlâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/didnt-mean-to-scare-anyone-dolly-partons-sister-clarifies-after-asking-for-prayers-for-country-star/
about 6 hours ago
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Nik's Wish event aims to grant wishes for young cancer fighters
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Nikâs Wish event aims to grant wishes for young cancer fighters
The 14th Annual Nikâs Wish event will take place this Saturday at Sportscore 2, featuring a walk, run, auction, and pizza party, to raise funds to grant wishes for young adults aged 18 to 24 âŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/niks-wish-event-aims-to-grant-wishes-for-young-cancer-fighters/
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James Comey pleads not guilty to charges stemming from 2020 testimony
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James Comey pleads not guilty to charges stemming from 2020 testimony
ALEXANDRIA, Va. â Former FBI Director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to charges linked to his 2020 congressional testimony about the bureauâs investigation into Russian ties to President TrumpââŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/hill-politics/james-comey-pleads-not-guilty-to-charges-stemming-from-2020-testimony/
about 6 hours ago
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Murder suspect dies after being charged in 1973 cold case killing
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Murder suspect dies after being charged in 1973 cold case killing
George Legere, who in late September was arrested and charged in connection to the 1973 murder of a Connecticut woman, was declared dead after being found unresponsive in his cell last week.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/murder-suspect-dies-after-being-charged-in-1973-cold-case-killing/
about 6 hours ago
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Drug-addled driver arrested after slow-speed pursuit through Rochelle
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Drug-addled driver arrested after slow-speed pursuit through Rochelle
Jacob Feiden, 32, of Mount Carroll was arrested after a high speed chase with the Ogle County Sheriffâs Office, and was charged with aggravated fleeing to elude and driving under the influencâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/drug-addled-driver-arrested-after-slow-speed-pursuit-through-rochelle/
about 6 hours ago
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Trump says Pritzker, Chicago mayor 'should be in jail'
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Trump says Pritzker, Chicago mayor âshould be in jailâ
President Trump on Wednesday called for Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to be jailed.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/trump-says-pritzker-chicago-mayor-should-be-in-jail/
about 6 hours ago
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WIU Welcomes New Development Officers
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https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/wiu-welcomes-new-development-officers/
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IDOR Warns About New Text Message Scam
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https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/idor-warns-about-new-text-message-scam/
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Security Savings Bank Renews JCCâs Weekend Meals Deliveries
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https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/security-savings-bank-renews-jccs-weekend-meals-deliveries/
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WIU Welcomes New Development Officers
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https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/wiu-welcomes-new-development-officers/
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Security Savings Bank Renews JCCâs Weekend Meals Deliveries
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https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/security-savings-bank-renews-jccs-weekend-meals-deliveries/
about 7 hours ago
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'The Price Is Right' live stage show coming to Rockford in 2026
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âThe Price Is Rightâ live stage show coming to Rockford in 2026
The Price is Right is coming to Hard Rock Live at the Hard Rock Casino Rockford on March 13th, 2026, with tickets going on sale October 10th, featuring classic games, prizes, and the chance for audâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/the-price-is-right-live-stage-show-coming-to-rockford-in-2026/
about 7 hours ago
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Beloit unveils new affordable homes for families and first-time buyers
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Beloit unveils new affordable homes for families and first-time buyers
Two new affordable homes were unveiled in Beloit, Wisconsin, funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, in an effort to address the affordable housing crisis in the area.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/beloit-unveils-new-affordable-homes-for-families-and-first-time-buyers/
about 7 hours ago
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Freeport Police Chief Chris Shenberger set to retire in October
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Freeport Police Chief Chris Shenberger set to retire in October
Freeport Police Chief Chris Shenberger is set to retire on October 24th after nearly three decades of service, having begun his career as an intern in 1997 and risen to Chief in 2023.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/freeport-police-chief-chris-shenberger-set-to-retire-in-october/
about 7 hours ago
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Flight delays spread to major airports across US
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Flight delays spread to major airports across US
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported shortages at airports in Nashville, Tenn., Boston, Dallas, Chicago and Philadelphia, as well as at air traffic control centers in Atlanta, HoustonâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/flight-delays-spread-to-major-airports-across-us/
about 8 hours ago
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1 in 5 people in US is Latino for first time in history: Analysis
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1 in 5 people in US is Latino for first time in history: Analysis
For the first time in American history, one in five people living in the U.S. identify as Latino, according to a new study.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/1-in-5-people-in-us-is-latino-for-first-time-in-history-analysis/
about 8 hours ago
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'The Price Is Right' live stage show coming to Rockford in 2026
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âThe Price Is Rightâ live stage show coming to Rockford in 2026
The Price is Right is coming to Hard Rock Live at the Hard Rock Casino Rockford on March 13th, 2026, with tickets going on sale October 10th, featuring classic games, prizes, and the chance for audâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/the-price-is-right-live-stage-show-coming-to-rockford-in-2026/
about 8 hours ago
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Local Legislators to Join Galesburg Chamber Luncheon for Q&A Session
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Local Legislators to Join Galesburg Chamber Luncheon for Q&A Session | Prairie Communications, LLC
On Wednesday, November 12th, the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce will host their 2025 State Legislative Luncheon. Executive Director Pam Gaither shares
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/local-legislators-to-join-galesburg-chamber-luncheon-for-qa-session/
about 9 hours ago
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City of Monmouth Sees Progress on Multiple Renovation and Building Projects
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City of Monmouth Sees Progress on Multiple Renovation and Building Projects | Prairie Communications, LLC
At the recent Monmouth City Council meeting, Director Joe Clark provided an update on the Building and Zoning projects taking place across town, shares
https://977wmoi.com/2025/10/city-of-monmouth-sees-progress-on-multiple-renovation-and-building-projects/
about 10 hours ago
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Photos: Safe Passage hosts domestic violence vigil
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Photos: Safe Passage hosts domestic violence vigil
Safe Passage held their annual domestic violence Candlelight Vigil and Survivor Speak Out event at the Egyptian Theatre Monday night to honor those who have lost their lives to domestic violence and support...
https://shawlocal.com/gallery/2025/10/07/photos-safe-passage-hosts-domestic-violence-vigil/
about 10 hours ago
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Photos: Safe Passage hosts domestic violence vigil
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Photos: Safe Passage hosts domestic violence vigil
Safe Passage held their annual domestic violence Candlelight Vigil and Survivor Speak Out event at the Egyptian Theatre Monday night to honor those who have lost their lives to domestic violence and support...
https://shawlocal.com/gallery/2025/10/07/photos-safe-passage-hosts-domestic-violence-vigil/
about 10 hours ago
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DeKalb flag football reached regional final: Tuesdayâs Daily Chronicle sports roundup
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DeKalb flag football reached regional final: Tuesdayâs Daily Chronicle sports roundup
The DeKalb flag football team reached the finals of the McHenry Regional, G-K volleyball picked up a win over Oregon, H-BR knocked off Indian Creek in the L10 semifinals and more in the roundup.
https://www.shawlocal.com/daily-chronicle/2025/10/08/dekalb-flag-football-reached-regional-final-tuesdays-daily-chronicle-sports-roundup/
about 10 hours ago
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DeKalb flag football reached regional final: Tuesdayâs Daily Chronicle sports roundup
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DeKalb flag football reached regional final: Tuesdayâs Daily Chronicle sports roundup
The DeKalb flag football team reached the finals of the McHenry Regional, G-K volleyball picked up a win over Oregon, H-BR knocked off Indian Creek in the L10 semifinals and more in the roundup.
https://www.shawlocal.com/daily-chronicle/2025/10/08/dekalb-flag-football-reached-regional-final-tuesdays-daily-chronicle-sports-roundup/
about 10 hours ago
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White House says it will use tariff money to fund nutrition program amid shutdown
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White House says it will use tariff money to fund nutrition program amid shutdown
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt posted on X that President Trump and the White House had identified the âcreative solutionâ to shift tariff funds to the Special SupplementaâŠ
https://www.mystateline.com/news/white-house-says-it-will-use-tariff-money-to-fund-nutrition-program-amid-shutdown/
about 18 hours ago
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