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Civilian Police Academy
CIVILIAN POLICE ACADEMY  The Civilian Police Academy is an 8-week, no cost program designed to create a better understanding and build relationships between citizens and the Freeport Police Department through a series of evening classes. Class sessions w
Author Jeff Hagerman’s New Book, "Cannibals," is a Compelling Thriller Set in a Small Town That Quickly Becomes Terrorized by a Horde of Dangerous Primitive Species
Recent release “Cannibals” from Covenant Books author Jeff Hagerman is a spine-tingling novel that tells the story of a scientist’s ambitious discovery of a primitive species that leads to a dangerous and dramatic sequence of events. When a transpor
Early In-Person Voting to begin this week for Winnebago County residents
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 23, 2024 Contact: Danielle Grindle Phone: (815) 319-4233 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. – In preparation for the upcoming Novemb
Rockford Man Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Prison for His Role in Retail Store Robberies
KATRAIL BRIDGES participated in the robberies of electronic stores in DeKalb, Ill. and Cherry Valley, Ill. 
Businessman Sentenced to More Than Two Years in Federal Prison for Running Fencing Operation out of Suburban Chicago Stores
ZIAD I. ZAYED used his store in Crestwood, Ill. to fence stolen electronic devices and other merchandise.
Federal Judge Sentences Man to Ten Years in Prison for Illegally Possessing Firearm in Rockford
Home security footage depicted LAWNDALE PELTS in possession of a firearm as he fled the scene of a shooting.
William Miller’s Newly Released "The Distinction Between Cultural and Authentic Christianity" is a Thought-Provoking and Timely Exploration
“The Distinction between Cultural and Authentic Christianity” from Christian Faith Publishing author William Miller is an insightful examination of the differences between cultural Christianity and genuine, scripturally based faith, urging readers to
Tiffany Davidson’s New Book, “E Is for Exercise,” Takes Young Readers on a Journey Through the ABCs of Exercise to Help Introduce Them to Fun Fitness Activities
Fulton Books author Tiffany Davidson, a stay-at-home mom who co-owns a private gym with her husband, has completed her most recent book, “E Is for Exercise”: an engaging educational book designed to help parents teach their children about the importan
Author Nicole Washington’s New Book, “Through A Mother’s Eyes,” is a Breathtaking Personal Memoir That Shares a Mother’s Experience Raising Her Son with Autism
Recent release “Through A Mother’s Eyes” from Newman Springs Publishing author Nicole Washington invites readers to share her experience supporting her son through medical issues and finally reaching an autism diagnosis. [PR.com]
Author Omar Pedraza’s New Book, “Where's Bebé? Part 2,” Follows a Daring Cat Named Bebé Who Sets Off on an Exciting Day of Play, Ending in a Night of Sweet Dreams
Recent release “Where's Bebé? Part 2” from Page Publishing author Omar Pedraza is an enthralling story of a curious cat named Bebé who enjoys exploring the world around her. When faced with taking a bath and a scary thunderstorm, both things she hat
FEMA Assistance Available to Winnebago County residents for Damage after July Storms and Flooding
APPLY NOW: Homeowners and renters in Winnebago County affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding on July 13 - 16, 2024, may now call or go online to apply for disaster assistance from FEMA. If you have insurance coverage for the damag