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8 New Illinois Laws To Know About In 2026
A bevy of new laws will take effect on Jan. 1 in Illinois. Here's what you need to know.
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🌱 Patch AM: Why Rockford’s Catholic leaders are condemning Illinois’ new assisted-suicide law
Spotted on the Rockford calendar: Fireside Yoga Flow — RealBeautifulYOU
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5 Companies That Send People Money When They’re Asked Nicely
When you log into your bank account, how do your savings look? Probably not as good as you’d like. Ask one of these companies to help…
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🌱 Patch AM: Which Rockford streets and school routes will be rebuilt first in 2026?
Happening soon: Stateline Fastpitch Softball Tournament on the Rockford Patch calendar
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Stunning Images Capture Spirit Of State: Best Of IL In Photos 2025
Patch looks back at some of the best reader photo submissions from the past year.
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Returning Holiday Gifts May Carry Added Fees, More Conditions This Year
Merchants balance the cost of returns to their bottom lines with appeasing consumers, who are increasingly casual about return fraud.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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🌱 Patch AM: How Rockford schools quietly send food home for winter break
You won’t want to miss City Offices Closed - Christmas on the Rockford Patch calendar
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🌱 Patch AM: What Rockford’s Community Action leaders decided about housing, utilities and safety
You won’t want to miss City Offices Closed - Christmas Eve on the Rockford Patch calendar
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🌱 Patch AM: Who will you nominate for Rockford’s 2026 arts awards?
Be sure to catch Golf Driving Range on the Rockford Patch calendar
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🌱 Patch AM: Will Rockford’s deep freeze change your holiday light plans?
Happening soon: Golf Driving Range on the Rockford Patch calendar
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