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Harris & Harris Strengthens Operational Excellence with New Leadership
Harris & Harris, Ltd. recently announced the appointment of Justin Miller, Vice President of Operations, and Dan Medina, Senior Director of AI Applications & Operational Effectiveness. [PR.com]
Former Suburban Chicago Police Officer Convicted of Federal Corruption Charges
ANTOINE LARRY conspired to steal cash and drugs from occupants of vehicles during traffic stops.
Michael E. Zielinski Recognized as a Featured Member for 2026 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Michael E. Zielinski of Mount Prospect, Illinois, has been chosen as a Featured Member for 2026 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide for his outstanding achievements in government. About Michael E. Zielinski Michael E. Zielinski has spent more than forty
SNOW EMERGENCY
Due to the anticipated weather conditions, we're declaring a Snow Emergency beginning at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20.
Garbage Collection Reminder
Rock River Disposal will operate on Monday, January 19, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and garbage collection will remain on its regular schedule.
Man Who Committed Two Chicago Carjackings Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison
EDMUND SINGLETON and two others conspired to commit the carjackings in November 2022.
Vince Trust Introduces a Digital Asset Management Platform for Cryptocurrency Users
Founded in 2019, Vince Trust is a digital platform designed to support cryptocurrency users through structured asset management tools. The company reports that its services are used by millions of registered users worldwide and are intended to combine pro
Chicago Nurse Charged with Distributing Counterfeit Ozempic
SHARON CHRISTINE SACKMAN allegedly distributed the counterfeit drugs to three individuals in Chicago in 2023.
Advanced Moving & Storage Gifts Car to Longest-Tenured Employee in Recognition of Loyalty and Service
Advanced Moving & Storage honored its longest-tenured employee by gifting them a car in recognition of years of dedication, loyalty, and exceptional service. The gesture reflects the company’s people-first culture and commitment to valuing long-term tea
2026 0112 Prairie Hill Road Bridge Closure over the Rock River
Press Room FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2026 Contact: Carlos Molina Winnebago County Highway Dept. 815/319-4031 PRAIRIE HILL ROAD BRIDGE CLOSURE Prairie Hill Road between IL Route 2 (Blackhawk Boulevard) and South Bluff Road, in the vicinity of the V
Mayor McNamara to Host Community Town Halls
Mayor Tom McNamara will host two upcoming Town Hall meetings to share updates on the City of Rockford’s ongoing efforts to build a safer, stronger community.
Former Operations Manager for Suburban Chicago Medical Center Indicted in Alleged $900,000 Fraud Scheme
BRANDON GETZLOFF allegedly embezzled $700,000 from his employer and $200,000 through a sports-event fraud.
Environmental Reviews Available for Comment
The City of Rockford Community and Economic Development Department has made Environmental Review Records for planned projects available for review and public comment.
Federal Indictment Charges Foreign National with Illegally Possessing Firearm in Chicago; Gun Used to Fire Shots Near Border Patrol Agents During Operation Midway Blitz
The indictment accuses HECTOR GOMEZ of possessing the gun in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago.
Year in Review: U.S. Attorney’s Office in Chicago Cracked Down on Crime While Implementing Significant New Policies and Initiatives in Productive 2025
Federal criminal indictments were up 34% compared to last year.
City Launches Funding Programs to Support Business Associations
The City of Rockford’s Community and Economic Development Department announced today the launch of the Business Association Grant (BAG) Program and Business Association Development Grant Engagement (BADGE) Program.
$31 Million Awarded to City of Freeport for New Well and Cleaner Drinking Water
FREEPORT, IL – The City of Freeport has been awarded $31 Million through the Illinois EPA’s Emerging Contaminants grant and forgivable loans to build out Well #12 and continue to improve water quality in Freeport. Portions of this funding were awa
Meet Sammy in the City: The Tiny Yorkie Bringing Big Smiles
Sammy in the City is a tiny Yorkshire Terrier with a big personality and an even bigger mission: bringing joy to people everywhere. At six years old, Sammy has grown into one of Chicago’s top pet influencers, captivating a community of over 370,000 foll
6th Street Waterway Improvements
Please click here for more information regarding the 6th Street Waterway Improvements.The post 6th Street Waterway Improvements appeared first on City of Belvidere.
Bitcoin Trend in 2026 is Difficult to Predict, and Investors Prefer Poain Staking, Which Does Not Require Constant Monitoring
As of December 26, 2025, Bitcoin price is $89,050. Market cap is $1.776 trillion, while 24-hour trading volume reaches $32.71 billion. Due to the enormous difference in institutional predictions for 2026 which vary from $150,000 to $250,000, combined with