Three men were charged with drug offenses Friday in Sterling after a two-month-long task force investigation, according to Sterling police.

A Dixon man has been formally charged with three felonies in connection with social media posts and emails that authorities say directed threats toward a Lee County economic development official over data centers

A Dixon man faces felony charges accusing him of threatening a former state representative in connection with social media posts and emails, according to Dixon's police chief.

A Sterling developer, accused in civil court of siphoning money from the Rock Falls company he co-owns, has lost the Amcore Bank property in foreclosure, according to a Whiteside County court ruling.

The Dixon Police Department began a criminal investigation earlier this month, according to a news release issued Tuesday.

American Legions from Sterling and Rock Falls marked Memorial Day with various events on Monday, May 25, 2026. Events included a rifle volley, playing of taps, a Memorial Day service and an American Flag mural dedication.

Dixon held its annual Memorial Day parade and observation Monday with a parade through the downtown and a ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery.

Dixon High School held its Class of 2026 graduation ceremony Sunday, May 24, 2026, on the high school football field.

Dixon High School held its Class of 2026 commencement Sunday, May 24, 2026.