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17th District Representative Makes His Way to Rockford

The 17th District finds itself changing thanks to the new Illinois Congressional map; the district now represents parts of Rockford, where incumbent republican representative Bobby Schilling made his way Saturday night.

Published: Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:44:01 GMT

Congressmen Face Off for 16th District Seat

With just over a month until voters hit the polls, political candidates are doing all they can to win their elections...and the case is no different in Illinois’ 16th Congressional District, where the newly drawn state map has two current Congressman facing off for one seat: incumbent Don Manzullo and current 11th District representative Republican Adam Kinzinger.

Published: Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:36:46 GMT

Ill. Catholics worry over Obama birth control plan

The directors of two Catholic organizations in Illinois say they still have concerns about the provision of free contraception in President Barack Obama's revised health insurance mandate.

Published: Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:18:47 GMT

Returning veterans find job search a challenge

While Illinois veterans are faring better than most others nationwide in terms of finding work, they still face challenges.

Published: Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:15:25 GMT

Wis. DOJ catches up on concealed carry permits

State Justice Department officials say they've gotten the deluge of concealed carry permit applications under control and are meeting turn-around deadlines again.

Published: Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:13:33 GMT

23 News Anchor Tina Stein Welcomes New Baby

Baby Claire arrived at 2pm Saturday

Published: Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:43:18 GMT

Whitney Houston Dead at 48

Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, has died. She was 48.

Published: Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:03:53 GMT

HUD Awarding Four Local Public Housing Associations Millions in Grants

Stateline housing developments will receive more than $3 million in federal funding. It's all in an effort to improve security in and out of local homes.

Published: Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:06:19 GMT

RVC Faculty Approve Intent to Strike

Faculty members at Rock Valley College have been meeting for a little over an hour and a half to decide if they should strike.

Published: Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:56:22 GMT

Dist. 205 and the REA Struggle with Bargaining

The REA says they aren't making any progress with District 205 when it comes to negotiating a new contract.

Published: Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:57:12 GMT