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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
Shamari Benton Joins Big Onion Hospitality as Chief Financial Officer to Drive Growth and Expansion
Big Onion Hospitality has appointed Shamari Benton as its Chief Financial Officer to lead the company’s financial strategy and drive growth initiatives. Benton, formerly with Real Good Foods Co., brings extensive experience in capital raising and financ
Harvard Grads Raise $600K and Are Accepted Into Prestigious Techstars Accelerator to Tackle Youth Mental Health Crisis with AI
Two Harvard graduates are building a platform called Inner Peak that blends the best of AI and world-class therapist expertise through coaching and video content to provide 24/7 personalized mental wellness support for students and critical insights and w
Loan Originator Convicted in $2.6 Million Mortgage Fraud Scheme
A federal jury convicted KEVIN SMITH of all five bank fraud counts against him.
Kung Fu Divers Continues to Promote Safety by Offering First Emergency Response and Basic Life Support Programs in Career Highways
We all must work together to provide career development skills and talent development programs to our next generation. [PR.com]
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Alleging Cartier Not Honoring Warranties for Discontinued Cartier Products
News of a Recent Filing in Court [PR.com]
Federal Indictment Accuses Former Gary, Ind. Police Officer of Enticing a Minor To Produce Child Pornography
While serving as a Commander with the Gary Police Department, JAMES W. BOND allegedly coerced a minor to produce sexually explicit conduct.
Kenneth Jason Garrett’s New Book, "Sisters of Sinn," is a Gripping Tale That Centers Around a Quiet Farm Town That Becomes Upended by One Family’s Dark Secrets
Fulton Books author Kenneth Jason Garrett, a native of Hoopeston, Illinois who enjoys listening to music and watching movies, has completed his most recent book, “Sisters of Sinn”: a thrilling and atmospheric tale that delves into the heart of a seemi
Lisa’s Clarinet Shop Launches New Podcast: “Toot Your Own Horn: Music Matters”
Stories of Inspiration from the World of Woodwind [PR.com]
Suburban Chicago Tax Professional Admits Stealing More Than $1.1 Million in Client Funds
ADAM R. OLIVA defrauded more than ten clients.
Managers of Suburban Chicago Youth Counseling Center Sentenced to Prison for Defrauding Illinois Medicaid out of $2.5 Million
SUMMER MATHESON and TERRENCE EWING, co-managers of Laynie Foundation Inc., along with foundation employee RICHARD GRUNDY, used the Matteson, Ill.-based foundation to seek payment from Illinois Medicaid for non-reimbursable activities.
Rockhop and Headquarters for AI Form Strategic Partnership for Comprehensive AI Solutions
Rockhop and Headquarters for AI (HQ) today announced they have entered into a strategic partnership. The partnership will bring together complimentary capabilities aimed at providing comprehensive AI solutions to address the most complex organizational ch
Accepting Bids for surplus property ay 723 S. Park Ave.
Download document  ORDINANCE NUMBER: 2816 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BELOIT, ILLINOIS AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO SELL PROPERTY BY SEALED BID  WHEREAS, the City of South Beloit, Illinois […]
09-16-2024 City Council Highlights
COUNCIL APPROVES RADIO EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT USE; UPGRADES TO CITY’S FUEL STATION FREEPORT, IL — Highlights from the September 16, 2024 Freeport City Council meeting include the increased radio capability between the Freeport Fire