Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara said a federal funding pause ordered by President Donald Trump has placed needed assistance programs and jobs at risk.

This includes elections for city council members and the race for the 13th ward position. Jeff Bailey is one of four candidates running for this seat. “I’m running because I’m a Rockfordian; born and raised in this community and I have a love for my community,

Others receiving votes: 11, Lexington 22. 12, Yorkville Christian 13. 13, Casey-Westfield 12. 14, Dieterich 8. 15, Peoria Christian 4. 16, Bluford Webber 3. 17, Edinburg 3. 18, South Beloit 3. 19, Hinckley-Big Rock 1. 20, Princeville 1. 21, Chicago (Fenger) 1.

Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and local leaders to announce Regional

Two Rockford organizations have created a multi-media exhibition that will let the community submerge itself in art.

Legat Architects' proposed site plan for Lincoln Irving Elementary School's future expansion, approved by the Moline-Coal Valley School Board on Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. Moline-Coal Valley leaders approved schematic design plans Monday for the future Lincoln-Irving Elementary School expansions.

Feedback also revealed a top reason people come to the park district is to improve their mental health and self-care. “People see the park district as more than just playing a game, having fun, or learning a skill,” Sandine said.

The grand opening of Rockford Community Bank took place Jan. 28 at 7005 N. Perryville Road. Machesney Park and Loves Park officials, the Parks Chamber of Commerce and local business owners and clients came to the event.

Jackie de Batista expected a change in federal funding as President Donald Trump returned to the White House. For Farmers Rising’s executive director, learning of a potential freeze on all federal grants and loans was shocking.

Illinois U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen says the Trump administration’s sudden pause of federal grants, loans and other financial assistance programs will result in widespread adverse outcomes.

The Quad Cities Chamber held a legislative forum on Friday featuring Illinois state representatives and senators from the area.

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