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Plane crashes in Carroll County cornfield; 2 escape, treated for injuries

The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call around 10:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, reporting an airplane crash near Apple Hill Road, south of Mount Carroll, according to a news release.

By Charlene Bielema●

Man charged with stealing vehicle in Morrison, crashing into another vehicle while fleeing deputy: sheriff

Nathan Sandell, 34, faces charges of aggravated fleeing to elude, theft over $500, and possession of a stolen vehicle, according to a news release issued by Whiteside County Sheriff John Booker

By Charlene Bielema●

Dixon secures $4.6M state grant to complete Project Rock pedestrian bridge

The award builds on Dixon’s earlier success in securing a $13 million federal grant for the project. Rising construction costs in recent years created a funding gap, but the new state grant ensures Project Rock can now move forward without delay, city officials said.

By Shaw Local News Network●

Roads will be closed in downtown Dixon on Friday during Homecoming parade

The 2025 Dixon High School Homecoming Parade will begin at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3. Motorists should expect the route to be closed off to traffic for about one hour and are asked to use alternate routes.

By Shaw Local News Network●

Rock Falls police, council balk at mayor’s police chief selection, say in-house resumes were ignored

Several Rock Falls officers told the City Council on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, that their applications were not looked at during the chief selection process. Council members also indicated they won't support the mayor’s choice of Rollie Elder when they are asked to vote.

By Payton Felix●