Lee, Whiteside, Ogle property transfers for May 18-22, 2026

Illinois American Water highlights Sterling’s improvements during Infrastructure Week

In recognition of Infrastructure Week, Illinois American Water is highlighting significant investments underway in Sterling to strengthen water service, enhance reliability, and support long-term system performance for customers.

Fulton softball team sets new standard after falling to Dakota in the Sweet 16

This year's Fulton softball team raised the bar after the Steamers finished in the Sweet 16 for the first time and won back-to-back regional titles. Fulton fell 8-2 on Friday to a Dakota team that took fourth at state last year.

Newman baseball battles until final out in 3A Belvidere Regional final, falls 9-7 to Boylan

Despite things not going Newman's way for most of the game, the Comets baseball team still battled its way back and brought the tying run to the plate before falling 9-7 to Boylan in the Class 3A Belvidere Regional final. 'We never gave up.'

Owen LeSage wins Dixon’s first IHSA state shot put title, Sterling’s 4x4 takes third

Dixon's Owen LeSage won the IHSA state shot put title to lead the Dukes' medalists on Saturday. Sterling's 4x400 relay took third.

Morrison boys track & field repeats as Class 1A IHSA state champion, other locals medal

The Morrison boys repeated as IHSA state track and field champions in Class 1A and set multiple records on Saturday. Amboy, Forreston-Polo, Erie-Prophetstown and Oregon also earned hardware.