On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark is joined by Duane Long with updates on parks, programs and events from the Dixon Park District.

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark chats with Heather Grobe from the Dixon Family YMCA about this year's Reagan Run and how you can get involved.

This third annual celebration will be from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Rock Falls Public Library and will honor Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and the transformative power of reading.

The Rev. Anthony Windau is asking every place of worship in Dixon to pause its normal Sunday worship on July 5 and participate in a community worship that will begin at 9 a.m. at the Reagan Stage in downtown Dixon.

Here's a list of property transfers for Lee, Ogle and Whiteside counties for June 8-12, 2026.

Prosecutors say a Zion woman was livestreaming to TikTok viewers when she struck and killed a pedestrian. The case highlights how Illinois is using a newer felony distracted-driving law in deadly crashes

Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon has announced the full-time and part-time students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for high academic achievement during the spring 2026 semester.

Wahl, a professional and consumer grooming product manufacturer headquartered in Sterling, has announced the appointment of John J. Anton Jr. as chief executive officer effective July 6.

GUEST COLUMN: We are celebrating some amazing things happening within the RR5K this year and perfect additions to an already exciting morning. July 4 is not only the run; it happens to be the 250th anniversary of America.

A Lee County judge ordered a sex offender evaluation on Thursday for a Dixon man charged with sexual abuse and domestic battery.

The 31st annual Relay For Life of the Sauk Valley was held Saturday night in Sterling, with 17 teams walking to further research for cancer and to celebrate survivors who had achieved another birthday.

Here's the list of students named to Morrison Junior High School's fourth-quarter honor roll.

Morrison-Rockwood State Park in Whiteside County will be closed to the public June 23 and 24 while staff apply aquatic herbicide treatment at Lake Carlton.

Illinois Free Fishing Days are June 19 to 22, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources invites families throughout the state to enjoy the opportunity at a lake, pond, river, state park or private fishing hole near them.

A Sterling resident’s frustration over getting letters from the city’s building and zoning department about a patch of weeds in front of his residence led to an explanation Monday night of when and how the city notifies residents of a nuisance issue.

Franklin Grove will host classic cars and a summer solstice celebration featuring Scottish music.

Southern New Hampshire University has released the names of Sauk Valley-area students on the spring 2026 president’s list.

Lojo Russell will perform Friday, June 19, as part of Dixon's Music at the Square summer concert series.