Rockford summer entertainment series ‘Music on the Mall’ returns to Edgebrook
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The sound of music will soon fill Edgebrook with the return of Music on the Mall. From 6:30p.m. to 8:30, Friday, June 5, the summer concert series returns to Edgebrook’s Center Court where it will run every Friday through August 28. No concert is scheduled for July 3.
Rockford Construction Projects Creating Delays on Key Roads
Drivers in Rockford should expect traffic delays and detours as major construction projects continue on 11th Street and Auburn Street throughout the summer.
Rockford Traffic Stop Uncovers Drugs, Gun, and Cash
A Rockford Police traffic stop led to the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of drugs, a loaded handgun, ammunition, and cash following a brief foot pursuit.
ComEd launches $12.5M relief fund for businesses struggling with high electric bills
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — ComEd is launching a $12.5 million relief fund to assist eligible business owners who have fallen behind on their electric bills. The initiative aims to provide some relief for businesses grappling with higher electric bills this summer, which are largely fueled by increased demand from data cen
Between Chicago And Cedar Rapids Is Illinois’ Lovely Nature Preserve With Birds, Hiking, And...
Prairies once covered huge swaths of land in Illinois, but today only one-tenth of 1% of Illinois' prairie still exists — many prairies and grasslands were lost to farming over the years. If you want to experience the unique landscape of native Illinois prairie, visit Nachusa Grasslands, located in the north-central pa
Chemical spill prompts HAZMAT response in Rockford
The Rockford Fire Department responded to a spill of an industrial chemical, WaterSOLV BC, on Skyline Drive and contained the spill with the help of a professional cleanup company.
Man arrested, neighbors evacuated after bomb squad response in Oregon
OREGON, Ill. (WIFR) - A report of shots fired prompted a bomb squad investigation Thursday afternoon, and deputies say a suspect is in custody. Alec Rutherford, 33, of Oregon is charged with possession of an explosive device with the intent to commit a felony, aggravated discharge of a firearm and unlawful use of a wea
Love’s Travel Stop in Roscoe celebrates upgrades
ROSCOE, Ill. (WIFR) - Love’s Travel Stop celebrates the completion of renovations at its Roscoe location. Community leaders and Love’s representatives gathered Thursday afternoon to highlight the improvements, which include updated amenities for travelers and truck drivers. “We remodeled the inside. We redid the shower
Rockford will celebrate its Hispanic and Latino heritage through community at the South Main...
This weekend, a variety of vendors, performers and festivities will gather at the South Main Mercado to celebrate the Hispanic and Latino heritage that's rooted in Rockford. Highlighting the culture, ingenuity and community spirit of south Rockford, the Mercado brings everyone together to enjoy and learn from one anoth
Big Changes Are Coming to This Familiar Rockford Property
A brand-new food destination is coming to North Main Street featuring local vendors, food trucks, drinks, events, and more.

















