Press Releases

Rosé & Real Estate Event to Empower Women Through Real Estate Investment
Rosé & Real Estate, scheduled for September 22, 2024, in Chicago, is an exclusive event designed to empower women through strategic real estate investments. The event will feature advanced investment strategies, networking opportunities, and insights fro
2024 0827 Harlem Road Closure
Press Room FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 27, 2024 Contact:Prafull Soni Winnebago County Highway Dept. Office: (815)319-4028 Fax: (815)319-4001 Harlem Road Closure Watermain Installation by City of Loves Park Harlem Road between the I-90 bridge overpass
Cinematographer Kevin Otterness Joins "The Travelers Team" Project
Renowned Chicago-based cinematographer to lend his expertise to 6MP Films' debut sci-fi feature film "The Travelers Team" set for production in early 2025. [PR.com]
Cody Tilson Elevated to Chief Creative Officer at Experience Design Agency, Next/Now
Next/Now, a leading experience design agency, is proud to announce that former ECD, Cody Tilson, will now serve as Next/Now’s Chief Creative Officer. With a distinguished history of developing groundbreaking concepts, strategies, and teams, Cody has con
Seeking Dealerships to Help Fund the Fight Against Pediatric Brain Cancer
For the Month of October, Dealerships Across the Country Will Unite to Raise Money for Driven For Kids | Defeat Pediatric Brain Cancer Initiative [PR.com]
Author Jean Ford’s New Book, "Twelve Miles from Liverpool," is a Remarkable Memoir That Shares the Author’s Journey Back Into a War Zone
Recent release “Twelve Miles from Liverpool” from Page Publishing author Jean Ford is an engaging work that brings readers into the author’s world as she faces her past while mending a broken heart in the present adventure. [PR.com]
Notice of Election
NOTICE OF ELECTION – 2025 PRIMARY ELECTION – FEBRUARY 25, 2025 CONSOLIDATED ELECTION – APRIL 1, 2025  The City of Freeport will hold an election to nominate candidates for the offices of Alderman Ward 2, Alderman Ward 4, Alderman Ward 6
Federal Jury Convicts Man of Possessing Multiple Firearms While Trafficking Fentanyl in Chicago Suburbs
The jury found OMARI ANDREWS, JR. guilty of possessing an AR-15 style firearm and three handguns while trafficking narcotics in Mt. Prospect, Ill.
National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, National Urban League and BYV, Host the Unity Coalition "Power of the Ballot" Black Leadership Gathering During DNC
National Black-Led Organizations to Emphasize the Critical Importance of Voting and Its Impact on Preserving Democracy in the 2024 Presidential Election [PR.com]
$900,000 SAFER Grant Award Announced for Rochelle Firefighters
The City of Rochelle is thrilled to announce receipt of a Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant in the amount of $919,368.  This substantial award, from the …The post $900,000 SAFER Grant Award Announced for Rochelle Fire
08-19-24 City Council Highlights
$400,000 GRANT TO IMPROVE SAFETY ON FREEPORT STREETS AND OTHER COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FREEPORT, IL — Highlights from the August 19, 2024 Freeport City Council meeting include the acceptance of a $400,000 grant to help make Freeport streets safer and more. S
Suburban Chicago Businessman Sentenced to a Year in Prison for Underreporting $1.47 Million in Taxes
JEREMIAH JOHNSON obtained more than $1.47 million of income from the operation of three businesses but failed to report the money on his individual tax returns.
Chicago Man Charged in Federal Court With Plotting To Kill Two Witnesses in Cousin’s Murder Trial
CHRISTOPHER YATES allegedly recruited a man to carry out the killings and provided him with a handgun and ammunition.
Public Invited to Share Input on Next City Budget
Freeport residents and invested community members are invited to share their input on the next City budget as City of Freeport staff prepare the City’s budget for fiscal year (FY) 2025. The public is invited to attend a public input meeting at 5:00
Telarus Partner Summit 2024 Highlights Demand for Technology Advisors in AI and Cybersecurity
Pinnacle Educational Event Breaks Attendance Records and Showcases Latest Offerings for Advisor Growth [PR.com]
Owner of Suburban Chicago Construction Company Sentenced to Five Years in Prison on Bribery Charges
ALEX NITCHOFF conspired to bribe an employee of the Cook County Assessor’s Office in return for favorable property assessments.
Author Wendy O. Hall’s New Book, "Season's Discoveries!" is an Engaging Tale That Promises to Inspire a Love for Nature and Community Through Art and Storytelling
Recent release “Season's Discoveries!” from Covenant Books author Wendy O. Hall features twelve vibrant colored pencil and oil-pastel drawings accompanied by short stories that capture the essence of each season. In an era where children are increasin
2024 0815 Linden Road Widening & Resurfacing
 Press Room FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2024 Contact:Andy Limberg Winnebago County Highway Dept. Office: (815)319-4000 Fax: (815)319-4001 LINDEN ROAD WIDENING & RESURFACING Construction will start the week of August 19, 2024 for the widen
New Publication: TheJembe Bridges the Gap Between Brands and Crucial Cultural Consumer Insights
The Jembe, a new, one-of-a-kind publication that provides brands access to valuable cultural insights through original editorial content. [PR.com]
Former Attorney Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison on Embezzlement and Fraud Charges in Connection With Collapse of Washington Federal Bank
ROBERT M. KOWALSKI played a key role in an embezzlement scheme at Washington Federal Bank for Savings, which was shut down by regulators in 2017.