1 arrested after stolen gun from Mississippi found during traffic stop, Rockford police say
A 51-year-old man is charged after police say they found a stolen gun and cannabis in his car during a traffic stop.
Extreme cold closes Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful locations
On Jan. 1, the KNIB locations at 8409 N. Second Street in Machesney Park and 4665 Hydraulic Road in Rockford will be closed.
Castle Rock State Park takes part in Illinois state parks' First Day Hike event
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Janesville Police Department announces retirement of K-9
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Man killed in hit-and-run crash near Capron identified
BOONE COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Guillermo Bonilla Cabral, 20, is identified as the victim killed in a hit-and-run crash December ...
Community members respond to the deaths of 2 people in Roscoe
Charity organization Miss Carly’s has ceased operations, according to officials with the city of Rockford.
Snow chances, colder temperatures to govern 2025’s opening week
We're about to enter the coldest stretch of weather we've seen here since last January, though snow chances aren't a slam dunk.
Loves Park, Machesney Park mayors express their goals for 2025
(WIFR) - Loves Park mayor Greg Jury says 2025 will be the year for businesses to grow across town. After years of working to ...
Rockford man accused of running over his own dog
Sheriff Caruana says those in the community have "sober friends" ready to take you home.
2 people found dead in Roscoe home, deputies say
ROSCOE, Ill. (WIFR) - According to police, the two people were found in the home by a family member. Around 10:30 a.m. Jan. 1 ...
OSF recommends masks in clinics as respiratory illnesses spread
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - OSF HealthCare recommends masks for patients and visitors as respiratory illnesses become more widespread. OSF originally issued a statement Dec. 30 saying masks would be ...
Rockford Promise scholarship application opens for high school seniors
Rockford’s high school seniors can apply for the Rockford Promise scholarship to Rockford University, Rock Valley College or Northern Illinois University. The scholarship covers all tuition and fees ...