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Ramos attorney opens trial with reasons why Rock Falls fire officials responsible for Sterling fireman’s death

When the first Sterling fire engine arrived at the scene of a rural Rock Falls garage fire Dec. 3, 2021, Sterling Fire Lt. Garrett Ramos was on it. Just two hours after he arrived, firefighters would be removing his body from the basement – his death caused by asphyxia.

By Charlene Bielema●

Sterling firefighter’s wrongful death lawsuit trial begins Monday in Whiteside County

A civil trial will begin Monday in Whiteside County Circuit Court to determine whether the widow of a Sterling firefighter, killed in the line of duty in 2021, should be paid damages in connection with his death

By Charlene Bielema●

Sterling man charged with endangering 5-year-old, domestic battery: Sterling police

Harley Canas, 26, of Rock Falls, is charged in Whiteside County with aggravated domestic battery, a Class 2 felony, and endangering the life or health of a child, a misdemeanor, according to Whiteside County court documents.

By Charlene Bielema●

Rock Falls man held on weapons charges after fighting police serving a protective order against him: deputy

A Rock Falls man has been charged in Whiteside County with felony weapons violations and resisting arrest

By Charlene Bielema●

Savanna man charged with several weapons, drug violations

Officers' search of a Savanna residence on Tuesday led to the seizure of three assault rifles, unlawful firearm silencers, ammunition, high-capacity assault rifle magazines and firearm components, according to the Savanna Police Department

By Charlene Bielema●