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Chicago-born Robert Prevost to be first American pope in history of Catholic Church

Chicago-born Robert Prevost to be first American pope in history of Catholic Church

White smoke poured from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel and the great bells of St. Peter’s Basilica tolled Thursday after cardinals elected the 267th pope to lead the Catholic Church.

By NICOLE WINFIELD – The Associated Press●
May 08, 2025 at 3:03 pm CDT

Erie among 178 fire protection districts to receive state grant for equipment

Erie among 178 fire protection districts to receive state grant for equipment


Lee County Board weighs pros, cons of proposed legislation to dissolve township government

Lee County Board weighs pros, cons of proposed legislation to dissolve township government


Former Carroll County deputy charged in 2024 death of Mount Carroll teenager

Former Carroll County deputy charged in 2024 death of Mount Carroll teenager


Tiny Art Show a big presence at Morrison’s Odell Public Library

Tiny Art Show a big presence at Morrison’s Odell Public Library


Arts & crafts show this weekend in East Moline

Arts & crafts show this weekend in East Moline

State Sen. Arellano launches mobile constituent services in 37th District

State Sen. Arellano launches mobile constituent services in 37th District

Pancake fundraiser is Feb. 19 in Morrison

Pancake fundraiser is Feb. 19 in Morrison

McCombie’s bill-turned-law expanding fentanyl testing strip access statewide now in effect

McCombie’s bill-turned-law expanding fentanyl testing strip access statewide now in effect

Sauk Valley students named to Northern Illinois University fall 2024 dean’s list

Sauk Valley students named to Northern Illinois University fall 2024 dean’s list

Potential immigration raids spark fear, protests on Inauguration Day

Potential immigration raids spark fear, protests on Inauguration Day

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Chicago-born Robert Prevost to be first American pope in history of Catholic Church

Chicago-born Robert Prevost to be first American pope in history of Catholic Church


Oregon’s dog park gets some ‘shade’ for Arbor Day

Oregon’s dog park gets some ‘shade’ for Arbor Day


Oregon man charged with arson to undergo mental health evaluation

Oregon man charged with arson to undergo mental health evaluation


Feedback sought on regional transportation plans  

Feedback sought on regional transportation plans  


Oregon May Day rally protest: Attendees display signs against Trump policies

Oregon May Day rally protest: Attendees display signs against Trump policies


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Five new straw sculptures await visitors to Mt. Morris’ national straw sculpting competition

Five new straw sculptures await visitors to Mt. Morris’ national straw sculpting competition


Angela Reynolds named varsity girls basketball coach for Oregon High School

Angela Reynolds named varsity girls basketball coach for Oregon High School


Oregon School District 220 announces leadership changes for 2024-25 school year

Oregon School District 220 announces leadership changes for 2024-25 school year


Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024 winter in Ogle County

Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024 winter in Ogle County


Sauk Valley Girl Scouts garner 2023 volunteer awards

Sauk Valley Girl Scouts garner 2023 volunteer awards


Opinion

Historic Highlights: Illinois baked in the summer of 1936

Historic Highlights: Illinois baked in the summer of 1936

Brad Fritts: Leave deceptive budgeting practices in past

Brad Fritts: Leave deceptive budgeting practices in past

Eye On Illinois: Enhanced punishment not best way to protect workers from tragedy

Eye On Illinois: Enhanced punishment not best way to protect workers from tragedy

Eye On Illinois: Small number of GOP voters to choose Pritzker’s challenger

Eye On Illinois: Small number of GOP voters to choose Pritzker’s challenger

When the tornado siren sings, take it seriously

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Oregon’s dog park gets some ‘shade’ for Arbor DayOgle County News

Oregon’s dog park gets some ‘shade’ for Arbor Day

By Shaw Local News Network●
May 08, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Feedback sought on regional transportation plans  

Feedback sought on regional transportation plans  

Oregon man charged with arson to undergo mental health evaluation

Oregon man charged with arson to undergo mental health evaluation

Bears

Chicago Bears officially sign 10 undrafted free agents, host 23 more for rookie tryouts Bears

Chicago Bears officially sign 10 undrafted free agents, host 23 more for rookie tryouts

By Michal Dwojak●
May 08, 2025 at 7:15 pm CDT

From rookie struggles to MVP talks: PCA’s journey is a lesson for Caleb Williams: Silvy

From rookie struggles to MVP talks: PCA’s journey is a lesson for Caleb Williams: Silvy

What we know about the Chicago Bears’ 2025 schedule

What we know about the Chicago Bears’ 2025 schedule

Friday Night Drive

Cary-Grove graduate Addison West is all business in attempt to make Miami Dolphins Friday Night Drive

Cary-Grove graduate Addison West is all business in attempt to make Miami Dolphins

By Joe Aguilar●
May 02, 2025 at 5:00 am CDT

Carmel quarterback Trae Taylor of Lake in the Hills commits to Nebraska

Carmel quarterback Trae Taylor of Lake in the Hills commits to Nebraska

Jacobs’ Matt Scardina tackles track with a passion

Jacobs’ Matt Scardina tackles track with a passion

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