Belvidere, IL
Brown & Joseph Acquires Johnson & Rountree Premium, Expanding Its Overpayment Recovery Offerings
Brown & Joseph, an ARMStrong Insurance Services company and industry leader in insurance collections and premium recovery, proudly announces the acquisition of Johnson & Rountree Premium. With over thirty years serving the insurance industry, Johnson & Ro
Founder of Chicago Cryptocurrency Company Indicted in Alleged $10 Million Money Laundering Conspiracy
FIRAS ISA founded Chicago-based VIRTUAL ASSETS LLC, which did business as Crypto Dispensers.
Cherry Valley, Ill. Man Sentenced to Seventeen Years in Prison for Distributing Methamphetamine and Illegally Possessing a Firearm
SEAN CLAEYSSEN possessed a loaded firearm when he was arrested in December 2023.
Quoris Launches, Ringing in the Next Chapter of ROI International
In response to the rhythm of healthcare transformation, Quoris sets a new standard for healthcare consulting with legacy expertise and modern insights. [PR.com]
Weekly Public Works Update
Here's an update on some of our Public Works projects.
11-17-2025 City Council Highlights
FREEPORT, IL —Highlights from the November 17, 2025 Freeport City Council meeting include the approval of four property demolitions and improvements coming to South Street in 2026. Four Property Demolitions The demolition and asbestos abatement of fou
This Week's LIHEAP Outreach Sessions
The City is hosting two LIHEAP Outreach Sessions this week.
Rockford Man Sentenced to More than Seven Years in Prison for Firearms Offenses
Holding illegal firearm possessors accountable through federal prosecution is a centerpiece of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN).
U.S. Attorney’s Office and Other DOJ Components Provide Update on Increased Federal Prosecutions and Ongoing Strategies to Combat Violent Crime in Chicago
“Combatting the epidemic of gun crime and violence is a national priority for this Department of Justice, and it is a top priority of mine," said U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros.
2026 Balanced Budget Passes Committee
On Monday, the Finance and Personnel Committee approved the 2026 budget, maintaining current property tax levels and lowering the General Fund by $2 million from last year.
How Do Leaf Piles Get Cleared?
The City of Freeport, IL, picks up leaves around the City from November to the new year. Follow along to see how the process begins with Public Works and ends with cleared streets.
Safety Action Plan Draft for Review
FREEPORT, IL – The City of Freeport is seeking public input on the Draft Freeport Safety Action Plan, a community-driven effort to improve safety for people walking, biking, driving, and using mobility devices throughout the city. Residents are invi
Alera Bio Announces Appointment of Board of Directors
Alera Bio, a Chicago-based biotech developing therapies for rare neuroendocrine and neurological disorders, announced its inaugural Board of Directors. The board includes leaders in biopharma, clinical practice, and finance, such as Stephen Hill, Mark Pry
Weekly Public Works Update
Here's an update on some of our Public Works projects.
Chicago Artist Stephanie Blahut Launches Waveflowers: Resin and Reuse Art Inspired by the Great Lakes
Waveflowers, founded by artist Stephanie Blahut, transforms materials found through beach cleanups into resin and mixed media art that celebrates the beauty of conservation. [PR.com]
EBQ Expands with Strategic Acquisition of Acquirent
EBQ has acquired Acquirent, a leader in outsourced sales development, strengthening its B2B growth expertise. Acquirent, founded in 2004 and expanded through LeadJen (2017) and Vorsight (2021), brings top-tier BDR programs and lead generation capabilities
LIHEAP Outreach Scheduled for This Week
Our Health and Human Services team will be providing appointments at various community sites to help individuals apply for LIHEAP.
Weekly Public Works Update
Here's an update on some of our Public Works projects.
Suburban Chicago Man Charged with Making a Threat to Kill President Trump
TRENT SCHNEIDER, 57, of Winthrop Harbor, Ill., is charged with making a threat in interstate commerce to injure a person.
adops.com Expands Into Latin America
Today, adops.com announced it is part of the Google Certified Publishing Partner (GCPP) program in Spanish-speaking Latin America (SPLA). This expansion brings the benefits of the GCPP to publishers across nine countries in the region, providing access to