The Register-Mail

07/29/2026

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is on track to open 10 new locations in August. Here's where customers can find the new restaurants.

07/29/2026

Lidl recalled a brand of its shortbread cookies on July 28. Here are the affected products and reasoning behind the recall.

07/29/2026

The future of Charger athletics is taking shape. 🏆 With the Charger Center on the horizon, Lucas Henderson is stepping into a key role! See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by Carl Sandburg College

07/29/2026

🚔 Looking for a fun family event? National Night Out is coming to Standish Park on August 4. Meet local first responders and connect with neighbors. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by City of Freeport

07/29/2026

A new study reveals which appliances are raising Illinois energy bills the most. Find out how to cut costs while staying cool this summer.

07/29/2026

🌱 History, tourism and green energy all intersect in a new book about Bishop Hill. Want to know how? Attend this free author talk and signing Aug. 1.

Authors Adam Kaul and Margaret Farrar discuss their new book on the history and future of Bishop Hill on Aug 1.

07/29/2026

A few weeks after passing on a ticket that ended up winning $10,000, this Illinois player bought another $5 scratcher — and won $1 million🤯

A Kewanee man won 1 million on a 5 Illinois Lottery ticket and plans to use the money for home projects.

07/28/2026

The study was a six month clinical trial and its findings were presented at NUTRITION 2026, the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition.

07/28/2026

JB Pritzker has signed a law implementing a statewide cellphone ban for Illinois students. Here's how it will work.

07/28/2026

Some Americans are reconsidering their grocery lists amid recent food recalls and outbreaks. See the latest on eggs, bacon and lettuce.