ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - It’s been an eventful week of weather in the Stateline, starting with bitterly cold temperatures and wind chills early in the week, one of our more “prolific” snow systems in ...

It can happen to anyone, anywhere. A mysterious package arrives in the mail, inside, the physical evidence of a plan to steal your personal information.

Daniel Sinclair, 66, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for retail theft and cited for walking on a highway, according to Winnebago County court records.

A new space that promotes physical and mental well-being among the Rockford community opened its doors Thursday.

The streets surrounding City Market could soon be home to some street art if the City is selected for a grant that focuses on using art to slow car traffic and increase pedestrian safety.

SOUTH BELOIT, Ill. (WIFR) - The Sobos continue to dominate the Northeastern conference after claiming their 18th straight win dating back to 2023 following their 64-22 win against Westlake Christian ...

More low-income families in the stateline can be helped thanks to a new designation from the federal government.

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Rockford Area Arts Council wants to make intersectional art a reality near City Market ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Capitol News Illinois) - The Illinois State Board of Education is encouraging local school districts to adopt clear policies spelling out how and when their staff should cooperate ...

Two men who tried to kill two others in the Auburn High School parking lot learn their fates Thursday at a sentencing hearing in Winnebago County court.

Collected samples from the Rockford-area reveal high chloride levels in Kent Creek near Tinker Swiss Cottage – with a 231 chloride parts per million (ppm) as of Dec. 20, 2024. According to Water ...