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	Stateline Housing Sales up over Jan. 2011 3 Comments Last Updated: 10:51 PM 02/06/12 - The Stateline housing market is proving the economy is heading in a positive direction. (Full Story)
	Fixing Up the Southwest Side 1 Comment Last Updated: 5:40 PM 02/06/12 - Rockford's southwest side may look entirely different in the next two decades thanks to a new plan to improve the South Main corridor. (Full Story)
	Quinn Urges Families to Apply for Tax Credit Last Updated: 6:27 PM 02/05/12 - Illinois' governor says more people should app\y for the earned-income tax credit. (Full Story)
	Ignite: Why We Live in Rockford 16 Comments Last Updated: 8:25 PM 02/03/12 - (Full Story)
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Santorum Wins in Minnesota and Missouri, Leads in Colorado
Rick Santorum has won Minnesota's Republican presidential caucuses with ease and is reaching for victory in Colorado.
Astronaut Janice Voss Loses Breast Cancer Battle
Janice Voss spent 49 days of her 55 year life in space. Her first mission was in 1993 -- and her last in 2000.
ComEd Unveils Plan to Reduce Power Outages
After dealing with power outage, after power outage some Rockford families are finally getting answers; ComEd has a plan to keep the lights on.
Local Artist Campaign Sheds Better Light on Rockford
One local artist is looking to change that mentality for those who live in Rockford.
Dist. 205 Committee Addresses Crumbling Sidewalks
Some District 205 students are having a tough time getting to school due to a lack of sidewalks and crumbling concrete, that's why school leaders are taking action.

Lutheran Tops St. Francis De Sales
Lutheran 71 St. Francis De Sales 52
Auburn Beats East
Auburn 72 East 64
Big Ten exploring 4-team playoff
Michigan State athletic director Mark Hollis says his peers in the Big Ten are comfortable exploring the possibility of a four-team playoff for the national championship.
Bears hire Bates as quarterbacks coach
The Chicago Bears have hired Jeremy Bates as their quarterbacks coach, reuniting him with Jay Cutler.
Illinois High School Boys Basketball Top 10 Poll
Here are the boys prep basketball polls with rank, team, first-place votes, record and total points.

Mild Pattern Showing Signs of Ending Temporarily
Winter's not over yet, a significant chill appears likely late this week.
Friday Marks 13th Straight Above Normal, Trend Has Staying Power
Despite the clouds and fog, Rockford recorded yet another day above normal!
The Business Loss of a Mild Winter
It’s no secret the first two months of winter have been mild, but some businesses are suffering due to our lack of snow.
Winter 2011-12 Among Top 5 Warmest Thus Far, Trend Continues into Feb.
Recently concluded January in the top 10% of warmest ever, December-January period in top 5%, and a surprising stat regarding January snowfall!
Temps Fall by 20% Wednesday, Yet Stay Well Above Normal
The 50s take a break, but the overall warm trend is showing no signs of leaving anytime soon.

Freeport Superintendent Search Down to 2, Finalists Meet School Board
Two finalists are getting the chance to meet leaders in the Freeport School District before the school board picks a new superintendent.
Proposal to Redevelop Historical District in Oregon
A proposed re-development plan could change the face of the historical district in Downtown Oregon.
Beloit Casino Debate
The saga continues on whether or not Beloit residents want a casino.
7-Year Old Hero Saves Family from House Fire
Thanks to some quick work by a pint sized protector, an Oregon family of five remains a family of five.
Freeport Fire Department Receives Federal Grant
The Federal Emergency Management Agency awarded the City of Freeport a $53,000 Homeland Security Grant.