Ogle County jury begins deliberating in 2016 murder-arson trial
Duane Meyer, 43, is charged with killing his ex-wife, Maggie Meyer, 31, and then setting her Byron home on fire with their 3-year-old son, Amos, inside.
Ogle County jury begins deliberating in 2016 murder-arson trial

Duane Meyer, 43, is charged with killing his ex-wife, Maggie Meyer, 31, and then setting her Byron home on fire with their 3-year-old son, Amos, inside.
Performing Arts Guild of Mt. Morris to host annual meeting March 5
The Performing Arts Guild will hold its annual meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at the Allure of Pinecrest Grove Community Center.
OSF Saint Katharine – Optometry encourages community to prioritize annual eye exams

Dixon’s OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center – Optometry is reminding the Sauk Valley community about the importance of scheduling an annual eye exam as part of maintaining overall health and wellness.
Sterling man pleads guilty in 4 separate felony cases, including arson for 2024 Galt house fire

A Sterling man was sentenced to 8 years in prison after pleading guilty in four separate felony cases, including one accusing him of setting a Galt home on fire
Meier: Do scammers ever lose your phone number?

Seniors vs. Crime: When someone falls victim to a scam, we always warn them about the high likelihood they will be targeted for more scams.
Morrison’s Odell Public Library hosts slate of family friendly activities

Odell Public Library offers story times, Lego and Pokémon clubs and game sessions that include chess and Scrabble.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Brandon Clark interviews Rock Falls native Frank Harts

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark chats with Rock Falls native Frank Harts, actor, writer, and director of award-winning short films.
Rochelle Police: 1 dead, 1 in critical condition after Monday morning shooting

A person is dead, and another is in critical condition after a report of shots fired Monday morning at a Rochelle apartment complex, a Rochelle Police Department press release said
Anderson is Rock Falls High School student of the month

Bryce Anderson has the goal to attend the University of Iowa to major in pharmacy and then earn his doctorate of pharmacy.