Whiteside County jury rejects self-defense, convicts Rock Falls man in neighbor’s fatal beating
Scott E. Hagerman of Rock Falls was found guilty Wednesday of beating Ronald Fistler Jr. in August 2022 and causing a brain stem injury
Lee County sheriff supports efforts for collaboration, improvements to SAFE-T Act
Whelan: We are committed to being constructive partners in developing solutions that keep Illinois safe and support a justice system the public can rely on.
Morrison school put on lockdown after attempted armed robbery reported nearby
A Morrison school was placed on lockdown Thursday after a report of an attempted armed robbery at a nearby home.
Animal rights activist accused of fake 911 shooting report in Ogle County heads to trial
An Ogle County judge set a Feb. 17 trial for an animal rights activist accused of falsely reporting a shooting at a rodeo near Rochelle
Dixon Police Department: Thanksgiving cab program resulted in safer roads, no DUI arrests
The Dixon Police Department made no DUI arrests during the Thanksgiving holiday thanks to its program partnering with local cab companies that gave people rides.