Winnebago County Sheriff’s office defends multimillion-dollar radio project amid allegations
A routine equipment upgrade for the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office has become the subject of a formal complaint, after a retired deputy chief alleged the department violated purchasing laws while pursuing a multimillion‑dollar radio replacement project.
The Winnebago County Board voted unanimously to fund a $2.6 million radio replacement program for the sheriff's office, despite allegations of unethical and illegal purchasing practices.
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office has issued a statement to address sightings of a U.S. Homeland Security helicopter landing at Hard Rock Casino on Thursday. "The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office is aware of a social media page circulating information in the Rockford area," the statement read.…
The day before Thanksgiving is often referred to as "Blackout Wednesday," and the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office will provide safe rides again this year.