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Guilford knocks off Rockford East on East's historic first game on campus

Guilford knocks off Rockford East on East’s historic first game on campus

The first varsity football game played on campus at Rockford East High School on the new turf practice field was a success in terms of crowd turnout, great weather, and things running smoothly.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Top students from Rockford Public Schools receive hair, nail services, and career advice

Sisters for Change and Tricoci University hosted an event to provide hair and nail services to top students from Rockford Public Schools, while also offering insights into potential career opportun…

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Ogle County deputies apprehend UTV driver after lengthy pursuit

Harold Thompson, a 53-year-old UTV driver from Rochelle, IL, was arrested and charged with multiple offenses after leading deputies on a chase through several fields on Thursday night.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Guilford knocks off Rockford East on East's historic first game on campus

Guilford knocks off Rockford East on East’s historic first game on campus

The first varsity football game played on campus at Rockford East High School on the new turf practice field was a success in terms of crowd turnout, great weather, and things running smoothly.

www.mystateline.com

Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Freeport police use surveillance video, K-9 to quickly arrest suspect in Friday shooting

Police have arrested 22-year-old Josiah Franklin, of Elgin, the suspect in a Friday afternoon shooting.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

South Beloit woman beaten unconscious, suspect arrested for attempted homicide

A South Beloit man has been accused of nearly beating a woman to death earlier this week.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Freeport police use surveillance video, K-9 to quickly arrest suspect in Friday shooting

Police have arrested 22-year-old Josiah Franklin, of Elgin, the suspect in a Friday afternoon shooting.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

South Beloit woman beaten unconscious, suspect arrested for attempted homicide

A South Beloit man has been accused of nearly beating a woman to death earlier this week.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Trump immigration crackdown may eliminate 15M workers by 2035: Study

“… Harming U.S. living standards.”

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Medicare costs are rising in 2026. Here's how to save during open enrollment

Medicare costs are rising in 2026. Here’s how to save during open enrollment

For some, a reduction in benefits could be coming as soon as next year — along with a bigger price tag.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

ChatGPT helps Michigan woman claim $100K in Powerball winnings

Michigan woman wins lottery with ChatGPT-generated numbers

Tammy Carvey of Michigan won $100,000 in the Powerball after using ChatGPT to generate her winning numbers.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Josh Holst returns to QB1 but NIU drops sixth straight, 48-21 at Ohio

Marengo grad Josh Holst returned to the starting quarterback role for NIU at Ohio on Saturday, but the Huskies lost for the sixth straight time despite season highs in total yards and points.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Surging Marquette rolls over Knoxville 59-6, clinch postseason berth on Senior Day

Marquette has come a long way on both sides of the ball since the beginning of this season, and that was evident during it’s 59-6 thrashing against Knoxville on Saturday afternoon in Ottawa.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Josh Holst returns to QB1 but NIU drops sixth straight, 48-21 at Ohio

Marengo grad Josh Holst returned to the starting quarterback role for NIU at Ohio on Saturday, but the Huskies lost for the sixth straight time despite season highs in total yards and points.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 5h

‘Americans are suffering:’ Huge crowd rallies at latest ‘No Kings’ protest in DeKalb

Swelling in solidarity, a huge crowd lined both sides of Sycamore Road in DeKalb for the “No Kings” protest to oppose federal policies which they argued are unconstitutional. The rally included several...

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 5h

‘Americans are suffering:’ Huge crowd rallies at latest ‘No Kings’ protest in DeKalb

Swelling in solidarity, a huge crowd lined both sides of Sycamore Road in DeKalb for the “No Kings” protest to oppose federal policies which they argued are unconstitutional. The rally included several...

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 5h

Monmouth College Fighting Scot vs. Cornell College Rams Football on 10-18-25

Monmouth College Fighting Scot vs. Cornell College Rams Football on 10-18-25 | Prairie Communications, LLC

The Monmouth College Fighting Scots host the Cornell Rams for Monmouth's Homecoming Game. For the replay of the WRAM radio broadcast, click HERE

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 5h

Monmouth College Fighting Scot vs. Cornell College Rams Football on 10-18-25

Monmouth College Fighting Scot vs. Cornell College Rams Football on 10-18-25 | Prairie Communications, LLC

The Monmouth College Fighting Scots host the Cornell Rams for Monmouth's Homecoming Game. For the replay of the WRAM radio broadcast, click HERE

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 8h

Meridian schools receive donation from Northern IL CPR & First Aid

Northern Illinois CPR & First Aid announced a financial donation to Highland Elementary School to purchase new equipment for students to use on the playground.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 8h

DTHS Board of Education Recap From Oct 15, 2025 • Are Solar Panels Coming?

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 9h

About 4,000 march Saturday in No Kings 2 Protest March at Vander Veer Botanical Park

About 4,000 people circled Vander Veer Botanical Garden in Davenport for a second No Kings rally. There were similar No Kings protests across the country.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 9h

About 4,000 march Saturday in No Kings 2 Protest March at Vander Veer Botanical Park

About 4,000 people circled Vander Veer Botanical Garden in Davenport for a second No Kings rally. There were similar No Kings protests across the country.

qconline.com

Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 13h

New gas station a go on South Fourth Street in DeKalb

Mayor Cohen Barnes expressed excitement for the petitioner’s plans and the City Council’s role in making them happen. “I’m super excited to have you," he said.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 13h

New gas station a go on South Fourth Street in DeKalb

Mayor Cohen Barnes expressed excitement for the petitioner’s plans and the City Council’s role in making them happen. “I’m super excited to have you," he said.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 15h

Hopkins Pool, rec center, golf course work among park district projects underway in DeKalb

Hopkins Pool, the Sports and Recreation Center, League of Women Voters Park, Buena Vista Golf Course are just some of the sites undergoing capital improvement projects with the DeKalb Park District.

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