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OSF HealthCare Ranks Among Top Integrated Healthcare Networks in the United States according to IMS and Becker’s Hospital Review
Last Updated: 1:05 PM 02/21/12 - For the 14th consecutive year OSF HealthCare has been ranked in the Top 100 IHNs among the nearly 600 integrated health care networks in the United States. (Full Story) |
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Women's Heart Health and Pregnancy
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Last Updated: 5:37 PM 02/20/12 - New research shows women who have complications during pregnancy should watch their heart health later. (Full Story) |
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Teeth Whitening Via Nature
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Last Updated: 4:36 PM 02/17/12 - Many people go to great lengths for a brighter smile by having procedures and using over the counter products. However, there's a simpler way to get whiter teeth. (Full Story) |
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- Drive-Thru Ash Wednesday
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Get the full story on Gov. Quinn's 2013 budget and what it means for our state facilities - Rockford Gas Price Alert: Prices Likely to Increase Sharply
Motorists should be aware of the likelihood of a sharp rise in gasoline prices in the next few days and through the weekend in Rockford. - Local Students Benefit from DonorsChoose.Org Projects
In a time of budget crunches, local teachers know how difficult it can be to provide classroom materials to all their students--that’s why many are turning to donorschoose.org to meet their needs. - Laurent House Foundation Becomes Official Owner of Rockford’s Frank Lloyd Wright Home
Foundation Moves Forward with Next Steps in Opening Home to Public
- Blackhawks Trade IceHogs Captain Segal
The Chicago Blackhawks have traded forward Brandon Segal to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for future considerations. - Cubs send pitcher to Red Sox as comp for Epstein
The Cubs and the Red Sox have agreed on a deal that settles their dispute over what Boston should get after Theo Epstein left for Chicago. - Tuesday Regional Basketball Highlights
Tuesday Regional Basketball Highlights - Crawford helps Blackhawks top Red Wings 2-1
Corey Crawford made 31 saves to lead the Chicago Blackhawks to a 2-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night in a matchup of Central Division rivals missing their top centers. - Blackhawks' Toews out with upper-body injury
Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews has been scratched from Chicago's game against the Detroit Red Wings with an upper-body injury.
- Morning Snow In and Out, Mild Temps Stay Behind
The vast majority of us weren't awake to see the snow early Tuesday morning, while those of us who did see it only saw it cover the ground for a matter of hours! - Survivor: Deadly Avalanche a 'Horror Story'
The Northwest Weather and Avalanche Center rate Sunday's avalanche danger as considerable to high. - 40s Remain in no Short Supply
6th Straight 40° recorded at RFD Monday, streak to continue several more! - Winter 2011-12 Continuing to Break New Ground
Our extremely mild winter continues to produce remarkable stat after remarkable stat! - Upcoming Weekend Shows Potential of Being Winter's Coldest
After one more mild day Thursday, significant changes for the colder are in store beginning Friday!
- 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.
- Truck Crashes into Gruno's Diamonds, Sparks Idea for 'Maximum Impact' Sale
The storefront of Rockford retailer, Gruno’s Diamonds, was accidentally struck by a half-ton pickup truck at approximately 3:30 p.m. on January 26 when the driver’s foot slipped off the brake and onto the gas pedal. Now they're having a sale themed on the accident. - Gas Prices Are Highest Ever for This Time of Year
Gasoline prices have never been higher this time of the year. - Belvidere Day at the Auto Show
Mayor Fred Brereton and dignitaries from the city of Belvidere, Illinois declared Friday, February 17th Belvidere Day at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. - Careers in Aerospace
The aerospace industry has seen a decline in the number of qualified workers in their field despite their numerous employment opportunities. Members of the growing aerospace industry are trying to turn the tide. - Lack of New Home Construction in Winn. Co.
Things aren't looking so good for the local construction industry: December was the slowest month on record for Winnebago County home builders.
- Whitney Houston to be Buried Next to Father
Whitney Houston's final resting place will be next to her father, John Russell Houston Jr. - Family, Friends Gather to Honor Don Cornelius
Friends and family are gathering for a private memorial service for "Soul Train" creator and host Don Cornelius in Los Angeles. - NJ Gov Strongly Defends Lowering Flags for Houston
Gov. Chris Christie has strongly defended his decision to have flags flown at half-staff Saturday for singer Whitney Houston. - The Freeport Art Museum invites you to celebrate young artists by visiting the Aspiring Artists Student Exhibition
The Freeport Art Museum invites you to celebrate young artists by visiting the Aspiring Artists Student Exhibition, opening Saturday February 10 through Saturday March 24, 2012. - UPDATE: Hearse Arrives at NJ Funeral Home Handling Houston
A coroner's official says Whitney Houston was found in a hotel bathtub but it'll take weeks to determine precisely how she died.
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OSF HealthCare Ranks Among Top Integrated Healthcare Networks in the United States according to IMS and Becker’s Hospital Review
Last Updated: 1:05 PM 02/21/12 - For the 14th consecutive year OSF HealthCare has been ranked in the Top 100 IHNs among the nearly 600 integrated health care networks in the United States. (Full Story) |
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Women's Heart Health and Pregnancy
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Last Updated: 5:37 PM 02/20/12 - New research shows women who have complications during pregnancy should watch their heart health later. (Full Story) |
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Teeth Whitening Via Nature
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Last Updated: 4:36 PM 02/17/12 - Many people go to great lengths for a brighter smile by having procedures and using over the counter products. However, there's a simpler way to get whiter teeth. (Full Story) |
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New Technology Allows More Outpatient Surgeries
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Last Updated: 12:11 PM 02/18/12 - Many times when people are forced to get surgery they wind up in the hospital for days or even weeks recovering. (Full Story) |
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Microchip Controlled Injections
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Last Updated: 5:48 PM 02/16/12 - For many people with chronic diseases, daily painful injections are the only way to get medication. Researchers in Boston have come up with a new pain free way to deliver drugs. (Full Story) |
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Emergency Physicians Warn: The Flu Is Not A Head Cold; Take Precautions Now
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Last Updated: 3:29 PM 11/01/11 - As cooler temperatures settle in throughout much of the country, the chance of catching the flu is going up. (Full Story) |
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Study: Flu Shot Less Effective than Thought
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Last Updated: 5:48 PM 10/26/11 - A new study shows the flu shot may not be as protective as you think. (Full Story) |
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Flu Season Arrives
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Last Updated: 5:48 PM 10/12/11 - The incoming chilly weather is a good reminder flu season is here. (Full Story) |
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Flu Shot Season Nears; Local Clinic Listings
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Last Updated: 6:02 PM 10/07/11 - Walgreens says they're giving out fewer flu shots than normal this year, but that's not the case in Winnebago County. (Full Story) |
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