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Police Chief Shenberger Announces Retirement
FREEPORT, IL – Freeport Police Chief Chris Shenberger has announced that he intends on retiring after 27 years of service. Chief Shenberger would like to thank City Manager Boyer, Mayor Jodi Miller, and the seated City Council for their support duri
Weekly Public Works Update
Here's an update on some of our Public Works projects.
Federal Complaint Charges Two Individuals with Using Their Vehicles to Assault, Impede, and Interfere with the Work of Federal Agents in Chicago
The defendants allegedly struck a vehicle driven by an agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
FleetMining Now Providing Investors with XRP Cloud Mining Services
As the volatility of global cryptocurrency market swings higher and investors fear repeating wrong calls for capital deployment, a sense of uneasiness develops. On the one hand, the frequent fluctuations of mainstream assets (such as BTC and ETH) prices h
Statement of United States Attorney Andrew S. Boutros and Federal Law Enforcement Leadership in Chicago on Ongoing Criminal Immigration Enforcement Operations
"My office will enforce all federal criminal laws and protect our federal employees and property," said U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros.
Three Individuals Charged in Federal Court in Chicago with Using Their Vehicles to Impede and Interfere with the Work of Federal Agents
The agents were involved in immigration enforcement operations when the incidents occurred.
Undocumented Immigrant Sentenced to More than a Year in Prison for Unlawfully Re-Entering United States After Deportation
LUIS CHAVEZ, who has multiple criminal convictions, illegally re-entered the U.S. after being deported in 2015.
Sir Gary S. Kong Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for His Lifelong Commitment to Global Peace and Humanitarian Efforts
The Global Chinese U.S. Peace Research Institute (GCUPRI) proudly announces the Nobel Peace Prize nomination of Sir Gary Sze Kong, J.D., honoring his lifelong work in peace, philanthropy, cross-cultural diplomacy, and economic empowerment worldwide. [PR.c
October 2025 Newsletter
Link to October Newsletter In Freeport News: Prepare for Leaf Pickup Beginning November 3 2025 City Photo Contest Winner Downtown Sculpture Walk Now Open Pocket Park to Bring New Life to Downtown Ver en Español     Disclaimer:  Links on this p
Shaykh Sidi Mohamed Faouzi Al Karkari at Paris Peace Symposium
Shaykh Sidi Mohamed Faouzi Al Karkari, Founder of Al Karkari Institute, Honored at Paris "Symposium for Peace." [PR.com]
Rockford Man Sentenced to Nine Years in Federal Prison for Firearms Offenses
ANGEL BARRERA-ESTEVES illegally obtained firearms from his mother, who was also convicted in the case.
"Sparking Your Inner Leader" Ignites a New Conversation About Leadership
Austin leadership coach Keith Lewis releases "Sparking Your Inner Leader," a fresh and practical guide that blends executive coaching insights with lessons learned as a collegiate mascot. Drawing on decades of experience, Lewis offers real-world strategie
Michael E. Zielinski Chosen as a Professional of the Year for 2026 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Michael E. Zielinski of Mount Prospect, Illinois, has been chosen as a Professional of the Year For 2026 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide for his outstanding accomplishments in government. About Michael E. Zielinski Michael E. Zielinski has served the
Five Individuals Charged in Federal Court in Chicago with Assaulting or Resisting Federal Agents Engaged in Immigration Enforcement Operations
The defendants allegedly assaulted or forcibly resisted federal agents outside an ICE facility in Broadview, Ill. 
Three Chicago-Area Men Indicted in Federal Court for Allegedly Scheming to Open Credit Cards in the Names of Deceased Individuals
Two of the defendants are also charged with fraudulently obtaining Covid-relief loans.
Public Notice Illinois EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit Program
Public Notice/Fact Sheet Illinois EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit Program NOTICE Disclaimer:  Links on this page may take you to pages outside of the City’s website.  Please note that these pages may contain function
GCUPRI Attends China Vision China Commemorates the 80th Anniversary Celebration at UN Headquarters
The Global Chinese–U.S. Peace Research Institute (GCUPRI) announced today that it will participate in the 80th Anniversary Celebration of the Founding of the United Nations, taking place at UN Headquarters in New York. The milestone forum, co-hosted by
Alera Bio Announces Appointment of Executive Leadership Team
Alera Bio announced its executive team: Philip Vorhies (CEO), Peter Thomson (CFO), Eric Floyd, PhD (CRO), and Caitlin Murray (GC), supported by expert consultants. Founder Frank Jaeger noted their strength in biotech, finance, regulatory, and legal, posit
Federal Indictment Charges Man with Forging Signatures of United States District Court Judges
WALTER BRZOWSKI, 67, of Chicago, is charged with eleven counts of forgery.
Hear from Our Fire Chief Candidates
Last night, our five Fire Chief candidates joined a virtual Q&A to share their vision for the future of the Rockford Fire Department.