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.

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark sits down with Mick Welding of Morrison Community Hospital for an update on the hospital’s latest expansion, physician training efforts, and recent community events, plus a broader look at healthcare in the region.

Here's a list of Whiteside County property transfers for May 18-22, 2026

The IHSA boys track and field state meet takes place Thursday through Saturday at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. Here is the full list of state qualifiers from the Sauk Valley area. Dixon is chasing a state trophy in 2A and Morrison is the defending 1A champion.

The single-family home located at 1825 18th Avenue in Sterling was sold on May 5. The purchase price was $150,000.

Whatshername, a tribute to Green Day, will perform May 30 at The Dixon Historic Theatre. Dement Town Music Fest is also set for May 30.

Stering Police Chief Pat Bartel said police have seen an uptick of e-bikes with riders not old enough to ride them and e-bikes being ridden in places where they are prohibited.

Milledgeville made one last furious rally before falling just short against Dakota in an 8-6 loss in the Class 1A Eastland Sectional semifinals.

Fulton's Zoe Kunau picked quite the moment to launch her first career home run. Kunau hit a two-run walk-off blast to send the Steamers into Friday's Class 1A Eastland Sectional softball final against Dakota.