Press Releases

Author Heather Nelson’s New Book, "Cursed to Be Born," is a Gripping Fantasy Adventure That Follows One Man’s Journey of Courage, Destiny, and Unwavering Love
Recent release “Cursed to Be Born” from Page Publishing author Heather Nelson is a spellbinding fantasy novel where one man’s sets off on a perilous journey filled with pirates, warlocks, and the mysteries of destiny in order to protect a young girl
Annual Action Plan and Consolidated Plan Public Hearings
The City of Rockford is holding two public hearings to gather input from the public for our five year consolidated plan, and we want your input!
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.