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2026 0128 Prairie Hill Road Bridge Closure
Press Room FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Second Announcement) January 28, 2026 Contact: Carlos Molina Winn. County Highway Dept. 815/319-4031 PRAIRIE HILL ROAD BRIDGE CLOSURE Prairie Hill Road between IL Route 2 (Blackhawk Boulevard) and South Bluff Road,
DiTommaso Lubin PC Opens New Practice Groups to Represent Closely Held Businesses and Car Dealerships and to Defend Libel Cases
DiTommaso Lubin, P.C. announced today that it has formally launched a series of specialized practice groups designed to serve car dealerships, closely held and family businesses, media and internet clients, and high net worth individuals with both litigat
2026 0128 Meridian Road Closure Over the Pecatonica River
Press Room FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2026 Contact:Sean Von Bergen Winnebago County Highway Dept. Office: (815)319-4034 Fax: (815)319-4001 MERIDIAN ROAD CLOSURE Meridian Road will be closed between IL 75 and Shirland Road for repairs to the bridge
Rosario S. Cassata, a Philanthropist and Trustee of the Cassata Foundation, Contributes LifeVac Airway Clearance Devices to YMCAs in Florida
Rosario S. Cassata, Philanthropist and Trustee of The Cassata Foundation, announced the donation of 175 LifeVac airway clearance devices every YMCA location within the State of Florida. [PR.com]
Co-Creator of Dark Web Marketplace Pleads Guilty in Chicago to Drug Conspiracy Charge
RAHEIM HAMILTON operated Empire Market - one of the largest dark web marketplaces of its kind at the time.
Suburban Chicago Man Sentenced to 48 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting a Minor
"The seriousness of this offense cannot be overstated," argued Assistant U.S. Attorney Elly Moheb.
Annual Count to Address Homelessness
Beginning at 3 p.m. today and continuing until 3 p.m. tomorrow, the City of Rockford Health & Human Services staff will participate in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Annual Point in Time (PIT) Count of the Homeless.
National Van Lines Achieves FIDI-FAIM Quality Certification
National Van Lines has successfully achieved FIDI-FAIM Quality Certification and is now a FIDI Affiliate, following the completion of a rigorous, yearlong compliance and audit process. Developed by the FIDI Global Alliance, FAIM (FIDI Accredited Internat
National Day of Racial Healing 3-21-26
NAACP National Day of Racial Healing – March 21, 2026 beginning at 8:30 a.m. Link to Invitation Disclaimer: Links on this page may take you to pages outside of the City’s website. Please note that these pages may contain functions that
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.