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Rockford, Illinois · RockfordJANESVILLE, Wis. (WTVO) — Janesville Police have arrested a drunk driver who allegedly fled from police in a high-speed chase. According to police an officer was called to the area of Milton Avenue and Black Bridge Road around 12:16 a.m. for a complaint of a vehicle speeding and driving recklessly. When the officer located the vehicle, he was nearly struck by it, police said, and initiated a pursuit. The driver, later identified as Cedri Dukes,…See the Story
K9, drone used to catch Janesville DUI suspect after police chase, crash
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Rockford, Illinois · RockfordBELOIT, Wis. (WTVO) — Police say a driver was killed early Friday morning after the car rolled over and hit a tree. The Beloit Police Department is investigating the incident and would not identify the driver, who was pronounced dead at the scene in the 1200 block of Risher Street around 2:30 a.m. "We send our sincerest condolences to the family and loved ones of the driver," police said in a statement. The Wisconsin State Patrol is assisting po…See the Story
Driver killed in Beloit crash Friday morning
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Rockford, Illinois · RockfordROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Audrey Cismesia passed away from epilepsy-related issues, and one year later, her family donated something special in her memory. Audrey was just five years old when she passed, and to celebrate her birthday this year, her parents, loved ones and friends organized the construction of two sensory swings at Nancy Olson Children's Garden in the Klehm Arboretum. Audrey and her family are members of Superhero Center for Autism…See the Story
Sensory swing donated to memorialize special needs girl in Klehm Arboretum
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Marijuana · RockfordROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) - Christian Soto, the man who told police he smoked laced marijuana before allegedly going on a killing spree earlier this year is awaiting the results of a blood test to determine if there were drugs in his system at the time of the attacks. According to police reports, Soto, 22, detailed to investigators how he allegedly killed four people on March 27 in a southeast Rockford neighborhood. He said he stabbed three victims …See the Story
Accused Rockford spree killer awaits blood test to show if he smoked 'laced' weed before attacks
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Rockford, Illinois · RockfordROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police arrested Leanna Nation, 19, for allegedly kicking a pregnant woman in the chest. On July 24th, around 10 p.m., police responded to the 1300 block of North Church Street for a battery call. A witness told officials the incident started when Nation and the victim started to argue. When the witness heard arguing, she went outside and saw Nation kick the victim. The victim told authorities she was kicked in th…See the Story
Rockford woman accused of kicking a pregnant woman in the chest
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Rockford, Illinois · RockfordPOPLAR GROVE, Ill. (WTVO) — A 102-year-old World War 2 veteran, along with seven other vets, took to the ski in a World War 2 era Boeing Stearman Biplane on Thursday. Eugene Kleindl was the first to take to the sky. At 102 years old, he is the oldest of the group of veterans. He served as a medic on Utah Beach during D-Day. "It's been a long time, but I enjoyed the ride," said Kleidl. "To feel the wind blowing through the cockpit there. And I en…See the Story
102-year-old Veteran among 7 taking flight in WW2 era biplane
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Rockford, Illinois · RockfordROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Voices of Inspiration asks for the public's help to fundraise to keep serving the community. The non-profit is on Rockton Avenue and they said their funding is in "Emergency Status." They are looking to raise money for their stability fund. This fund takes care of rent, utilities and other operating needs. Right now, the goal for the fund is $80,000. If they do not fundraise enough, they could be forced to leave their lo…See the Story
Voices of Inspiration's funding is in 'Emergency Status', asks the public for help
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