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Moline home prices rise in the first half of 2019

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 7, 2019

The median sale price of a home sold in the first half of 2019 in Moline rose by $9,500 while total sales decreased by 13.7%.

East Moline home prices fall in the second quarter of 2019

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 7, 2019

The median sale price of a home sold in the second quarter of 2019 in East Moline fell by $3,550 while total sales decreased by 3.2%.

Silvis home prices rise in the second quarter of 2019

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 7, 2019

The median sale price of a home sold in the second quarter of 2019 in Silvis rose by $17,450 while total sales remained unchanged with eight homes sold.

Q1 2019 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 61201 convicted of crimes involving weapons

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 7, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a crime involving one or more weapons released on parole near Illinois zip code 61201 during the first quarter, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.

Silvis home prices rise in the first half of 2019

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 7, 2019

The median sale price of a home sold in the first half of 2019 in Silvis rose by $4,150 while total sales decreased by 31.3%.

East Moline home prices fall in the first half of 2019

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 7, 2019

The median sale price of a home sold in the first half of 2019 in East Moline fell by $9,250 while total sales increased by 2.1%.

Moline home prices rise in June 2019

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 7, 2019

The median sale price of a home sold in June 2019 in Moline rose by $17,000 while total sales decreased by 10.5%.

2018 Recap: Parolees in Aledo convicted of drug crimes

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 6, 2019

There were three offenders convicted of drug crimes released on parole in Aledo during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.

Q1 2019 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in zip code 61442?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 6, 2019

There was one offender released on parole during the first quarter living near Illinois zip code 61442, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Rock Island Today.

Q1 2019 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 61201 convicted of property crimes

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 6, 2019

There were four offenders convicted of property crimes released on parole near Illinois zip code 61201 during the first quarter, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.

Q1 2019 Recap: Parolees in East Moline convicted of property crimes

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 6, 2019

There were two offenders convicted of property crimes released on parole in East Moline during the first quarter, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.

From Galesburg Reporter

Rep. Dan Swanson to hold resources fair for seniors, veterans

By Rock Island Today Reports | 5 years ago

State Rep. Dan Swanson (R-Woodhull), who captured his second term in an unopposed election last November, is urging his social media followers to attend an event he is organizing honoring veterans.

From NW Illinois News

Rep. Chesney: new taxes won't solve Illinois' key problems

By Rock Island Today Reports | 5 years ago

Illinois State Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) has expressed concerns about the state’s new increased taxes.

From Chicago City Wire

Rep. McCombie shares 'interesting read' on history of Chicago aldermen brought down by corruption charges

By Rock Island Today Reports | 5 years ago

If you are looking for a new summer read, you might consider state Rep. Tony McCombie’s suggestion: a Chicago Tribune piece documenting the nearly three dozen aldermen who have faced corruption charges since the 1970s.

From Prairie State Wire

ISRA alerts members about 'anti-gun nature' of Bloomberg organization's event coming to Marion

By Rock Island Today Reports | 5 years ago

Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) Executive Director Richard A. Pearson recently shared a bulletin with members alerting them to be on the lookout for anti-gun, anti-Second Amendment groups funded by former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg that will be misrepresenting themselves as organizations promoting community safety.

Rep. McCombie, Sen. Anderson hosting July 31 job fair in Moline

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 5, 2019

Does networking on media sites such as LinkedIn really help you find a job? How long does it take to make an first impression in an interview? What would I need to do to work for the government?

From Kane County Reporter

Skillicorn files bill to 'end the war on fireworks'

By Rock Island Today Reports | 5 years ago

Illinois state Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-East Dundee) wants to see Independence Day become a time when locals are allowed to take full advantage of more of their liberties.

Q1 2019 Recap: Parolees in East Moline convicted of drug crimes

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 5, 2019

There were four offenders convicted of drug crimes released on parole in East Moline during the first quarter, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.

Q1 2019 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in zip code 61282?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 5, 2019

There was one offender released on parole during the first quarter living near Illinois zip code 61282, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Rock Island Today.

Q1 2019 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 61201 convicted of financial crimes or fraud

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 5, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a financial crime or fraud released on parole near Illinois zip code 61201 during the first quarter, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.