Georgia man pleads not guilty to drug charges; June hearing set

A Lee County judge on Thursday set a June hearing for a Georgia man who’s pleaded not guilty to drug charges related to the Jan. 16 police search of a stranded vehicle near Amboy.
Photos: Oregon welcomes Hometown Hero banners to honor veterans

The first Hometown Hero banner to honor local veterans was installed on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in downtown Oregon. Twenty banners featuring photos of veterans are scheduled to be installed around the Ogle County Courthouse Square along
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Kane County Chronicle Athlete of the Week: St. Francis’s Alyssa Freeman, softball, sophomore
Child abuse awareness event held at Rochelle City Hall

A “Hands Around The City” event to observe Child Abuse Awareness Month was held April 17 at Rochelle City Hall.
Child abuse awareness event held at Rochelle City Hall
Amboy Education Foundation invests $100,000 in SVCC Impact Program

The investment, announced Thursday, advances the campaign to 40% of its fundraising goal.
Amboy Education Foundation invests $100,000 in SVCC Impact Program
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