Sterling police, council to review use of city’s Flock camera network

Northern Illinois University announces spring dean’s list

Northern Illinois University announces the students who have made its spring 2026 dean’s list.

Sterling police, council to review use of city’s Flock camera network

After hearing repeated concerns from the public regarding its Flock Safety network, the Sterling City Council and the Sterling Police Department are set to review how their cameras are used.

Whiteside County man accused of meth trafficking seeks independent evidence testing, pleads not guilty

A Whiteside County judge ruled Wednesday that enough evidence exists for prosecutors to proceed with a meth trafficking case filed last month against a Morrison man

Newman Central Catholic High School announces spring 2026 honor roll

Newman Central Catholic High School in Sterling recently announced its 2026 spring semester honor roll.

Ramos remembered through scholarship, recipients

Sterling Fire Lt. Garrett Ramos wanted to give back to his community and wanted his department to be active in the community. A scholarship that he envisioned to give back and involve the department now honors his memory.