St. Anne’s students, staff and parishioners gathered at the church Wednesday, April, 23, 2025, to pray for recently deceased Pope Francis.

Derek Swanlund, 44, is charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of Cameron Pasley, 25, also of Mt. Morris.

Matthew Herpstreith is accused of running over 18-year-old Jackson Kradle on state Route 78 in July 2024 and then trying to cover up any involvement he had in causing the death.

Held throughout March, the long-running contest encourages Sterling Federal employees to nominate and select local charities for a chance to receive financial support.

The show starts at 6:30 p.m.

Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois said Wednesday that he will not seek reelection in 2026

Shop at Dixon Lioness Lions Club’s Quartermania on April 29 in Dixon; play trivia to support Sterling's Christ Lutheran School on May 10.

This free event is designed to assist students and families in completing their FAFSA application, a critical step in securing financial aid for college, including grants, scholarships, and federal student loans.

Performances begin May 2.