Leavitt: The end of innocence
May 27, 2020As I drove up to the address, I saw the man lying on the driveway, his arm covering his face. It was clear he wouldn’t be getting up and going anywhere ever again. The police were…
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Cultivate new interests, be creative and lower anxiety while stuck at home
May 22, 2020Feeling creative, energized, fulfilled and optimistic during these uncertain days of the COIVD-19 pandemic, may seem impossible if not for hobbies and recreational pursuits….
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Leavitt: Please don’t make me write your obituary
May 20, 2020I may be getting used to people dying. I never thought I’d say those words. But they’re true, at least for now. It started in mid-March when my old friend Thomas “Hawk” Greer…
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COVID-19 devours local jobs
May 18, 2020Groupon had become an online go-to spot for deals from local merchants, event venues and travel destinations. However, when those merchants are not open, events are not happening and…
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Dioceses across Illinois release plans to parishioners for reopening
May 14, 2020Leaders from the Roman Catholic dioceses throughout the state of Illinois have announced plans to reopen their churches for special sacramental celebrations and regular Masses. Each…
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Federal judge rules against Illinois church on stay-home order
May 4, 2020SPRINGFIELD – A federal judge in Illinois ruled Sunday, May 3 that Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s stay-at-home order is constitutional, even though it interferes with people’s right to…
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Mayors from around Illinois discuss fiscal hits, restarting business
April 24, 2020Illinois’ ultimate first responders — mayors of six of the state’s largest cities — don’t see any quick economic recovery when shutdowns forced by the COVID-19 virus come…
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Rockford Rescue Mission continues to serve homeless despite complications of COVID-19 pandemic
April 8, 2020For many local residents, helping to contain the spread of COVID-19 involves staying at home and taking other precautions when forced to venture out. It’s much more complicated for…
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