State Rep. Fritts explains Chamber exit, calls for ‘level playing field’ amid DEI debate
State Rep. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, spoke with Shaw Local during a stop on his summer tour Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, to explain his decision to withdraw from the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce, citing concerns over
Beyond Trim: One-bowl meals are quick to make, flexible for family menu
One-bowl meals are trendy right now. The concept is simple – just pile several ingredients that meet a certain flavor profile into a bowl and enjoy.
Michigan Birthday Boy
A four-year-old kid near Detroit called 911 last weekend to tell them how much he loves soccer and swimming. Cops did a welfare check, found out his brother’s birthday was Sunday, and came back with gifts. They bought
West Nile mosquitoes found in 3 cities in La Salle County
West Nile mosquitoes found in 3 cities in La Salle County
Photos: International team of skydivers attempts world record formation in Ottawa
200+ person team attempts to break Vertical World Record
Shaw Media acquires 4 northern Illinois newspapers after abrupt shutdown
Shaw Media is set to buy four northern Illinois newspapers after their publisher abruptly shut down operations earlier this month, including The Rochelle News-Leader, Ogle County Life, The Mendota Reporter, and The Amboy News
Illinois Extension to hold poverty simulation Sept. 5 in Sterling
Attendees can navigate scenarios families in poverty encounter, such as securing housing, feeding families, and accessing essential services.
New Ogle County economic development director: ‘I’m excited to make a change and make a difference’
The Ogle County Economic Development Corporation recently hired longtime resident Liz Hiemstra as its new director.
Rochelle woman hospitalized after car vs. tree crash Wednesday
A Rochelle woman was hospitalized Wednesday after suffering what police called a medical issue while driving that caused her car to crash into a tree, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office.