Illinois will allow health care professionals to prescribe certain medications over the next decade even if the federal government revokes approval for a drug under House Bill 3637

The Chicago Bears' starters came out slow Friday night at the Kansas City Chiefs, but the backups came back in the final seconds to win 29-27. Here are five of the biggest takeaways from Friday night’s game.

A Cook County judge on Friday announced an indictment against an Ogle County man who authorities say fatally shot his daughter-in-law last month outside a Schaumburg hotel.

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears will wrap up the preseason Friday night when they travel to play the Kansas City Chiefs. Here are four of the storylines to watch Friday night.

Attendees can navigate scenarios families in poverty encounter, such as securing housing, feeding families, and accessing essential services.

JCB Investments returned to the Sterling City Council on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, with updates on its proposal to transform the former National Manufacturing basin building at 201 Locust St. into what could become northwestern Illinois’ largest indoor entertainment complex.

State Rep. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, announced Wednesday that he withdrew his membership in the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce after the Chamber added a DEI statement to its website and removed the word “God” from a prayer at its annual scholarship fundraiser

Timber Lake Playhouse in Mount Carroll will hold world-premiere performances of the musical “Glü” from Friday, Aug. 22, through Sunday, Aug. 31.

Coloma Township was refunded nearly $8,000 in property taxes paid by the board's previous supervisor on the former US Bank building that the township purchased in 2023.

Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent couldn't hold back tears when thinking about where he came from to where he was on Wednesday. He went from being an undrafted free agent to earning a two-year, $10 million extension.

A Chicago man accused of beating an Oregon man at a March 2024 gathering in rural Oregon was acquitted of felony aggravated battery Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, following a one-day bench trial.

The Chicago Bears have secured their quarterback room for their next few seasons when they reportedly signed backup quarterback Tyson Bagent to a two-year, $10 million extension Wednesday.

Starting at 11:30 a.m. and served until supplies last, enjoy a complimentary hot dog meal as a thank you for being part of the Koeller Forreston Hardware family.

Pastor Corey Brooks will be the keynote speaker at the Ogle County Republican Party’s annual Lowden Day Dinner on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, at The River’s Edge Experience in Oregon.

Chicago Bears offensive lineman Theo Benedet might've been overlooked for the starting left tackle job at the start of training camp. But a month after camp started, Benedet believes he's put himself in contention for the job.

Encore! Mt. Morris has announced the return of Chicago entertainers Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones to the band shell from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, to close Straw Fest Day festivities.

A Colorado man on a mission to walk about 3,180 miles, from top to bottom of the continental United States, spent the night in his self-made wagon-style camper Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in Rock Falls. He started in Angle Inlet, Minnesota, and will end in Key West, Florida.

Severe thunderstorms with the risk for damaging winds and even tornadoes could hit northern Illinois on Monday afternoon and evening, the National Weather Service warned.

The Chicago Bears still don't have a clear leader in the starting left tackle competition. Here's why returning starter Braxton Jones still remains undeterred.

Shaw Local’s Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the week and what’s left of training camp for the Bears

The Class of 1970 had all sorts of questions about Aplington House and the restoration of it many years ago.

Here is a list of property transfers for Ogle County for Aug. 11-15, 2025.

Quarterback Caleb Williams and the rest of the Chicago Bears' starters made their preseason debuts Sunday night at Soldier Field in a 38-0 win over the Buffalo Bills. Here are five of the biggest takeaways from the win.

Here's everything you need to know about the Interstate 8 Conference in 2025, including teams, players and matchups to watch plus Steve Soucie's predictions for how the final standings will wind up.

The Byron Public Library will be closed in observance of Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, and will reopen for regular hours Tuesday, Sept. 2.

The Chicago Bears hosted the Buffalo Bills on Friday at Halas Hall for their second joint practice of the preseason. Here are four of the biggest takeaways from Friday's practice.

Mercyhealth health care system agreed to pay over $1 million to employees and offered to reinstate employees after the company terminated workers for refusing to comply with its COVID-19 vaccine policy for religious reasons.

A Mount Morris man with prior assault convictions has been accused of home invasion and aggravated battery, according to court records, after allegedly cutting through a window screen and beating a woman.

There are fraternal organizations in the Sauk Valley where veterans gather to share stories and celebrate camaraderie. However, these fraternal organizations may not be around much longer unless more is done to help keep them open.

Ted Dabrowski is joined by DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick in the race. Mendrick called Medicaid cuts signed by President Donald Trump “unsustainable,” but said he believes the president is doing a good job overall

After nearly five decades of serving individuals with developmental disabilities, Cornerstone Special Care has opened a new 45,000-square-foot, long-term care facility in Sterling, designed for residents with developmental and medically complex needs.

Sterling’s new Cornerstone Special Care facility hosted a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday

By the end of the year, I need Caleb to clearly show that the Bears have a franchise quarterback going forward, Marc Silverman writes

Vice President of Academics and Student Services Jon Mandrell said the number of students has been climbing for the past three years – from 1,507 two years ago, to 1,586 last year, and now 1,686 this fall.

The Mt. Morris Jamboree has announced the return of premier Eagles tribute band, Heartache Tonight, to the bandshell for a free concert starting at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22.

World Tournament of Historic Baseball honors long legacy of 'base ball' in the Midwest.

After snapping a 6-year playoff drought with back-to-back playoff berths, the Oregon Hawks are hoping to take the next step this fall in the postseason.

The Merry Martha Club donated a check to the group from money received at their recent quilt auction.

The TALK-LINE interview for Aug. 11, 2025, featured Lee County Industrial Development Director Tom Demmer discussing the latest additions of business to the South Dixon Gateway Park area. That includes a new strip mall and a new McDonald’s restaurant.

John R. Anderson, III, 42, pleaded not guilty Wednesday Aug. 6, 2025, to two counts of aggravated stalking, five counts of stalking, harassment by telephone, and three counts of violating an order of protection.

Here's a list of Ogle County property transfers for Aug. 4-8, 2025.

Roberts Armory World War II Museum in Rochelle will be open to the public from 1-4 p.m. Aug. 16, 2025, during the Lincoln Highway Heritage Festival.

Oregon's vintage base ball team, the Ganymedes, won a game and lost a game, on the opening day of the 22nd World Tournament of Historic Base Ball, held at the Henry Ford Museum's Greenfield Village on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, in Dearborn, Michigan. The Ganymedes fell to the Columbus Ohio Buckeyes 22-13 and beat the Bay City Independents 22-7. The tournament continued on Sunday.

Vendors sell their wares from 3-6 p.m. Thursdays in the Pavilion.

News Media Corporation‘s decision to end operations has led to the closure of the Rochelle News-Leader, Ogle County LIFE, Ashton Gazette, Amboy News, Mendota Reporter, and three other northern Illinois newspapers

The program teaches how to recognize the symptoms of being stuck in grief as well as receive valuable information about facing a new normal in life and renewing hope for the future

The grandstands were packed Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 for the ever-popular demolition derby at the Ogle County Fair in Oregon.

The Illinois Attorney General’s Office says a new operation from a multi-state task force is the latest step to crack down on “intrusive and illegal” robocalls nationwide.

Get ready for a hot weekend across northern Illinois as triple-digit heat levels are expected by Friday

The utility company has ended applications for an assistance program meant to help customers with rising electricity costs after more than 70,000 applications were received within the first two weeks.