Two local record stores will host “Grand Theft Auto VI” soundtrack listening parties
Two Illinois record stores, Toad Hall Books and Records and Re-Spun Records and Resale, will host listening parties for the Grand Theft Auto VI soundtrack on Nov. 18 ahead of the game's release on Nov. 19.
Driver Strikes Mailbox, Causing Homeowner To Chase Vehicle Down. Turns Out, the Driver Had...
A homeowner in Illinois tried to get the license plate of a driver who had just smashed into their mailbox. Instead of getting an apology, police say the homeowner ended up being chased and having ... Read more
Rockford firefighters union say emergency services in jeapordy as new contract talks stall
The union has been working without a contract since late 2024, with negotiations beginning in late 2025, but those discussions have failed to produce an agreement.
Auburn High School identifies student killed in Rockford school bus crash
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Auburn High School officials have identified the student who died following a crash involving a school bus and a passenger vehicle Tuesday morning. In a letter sent to families, Auburn High School Principal Ryan Nachreiner and Principal Scott Lazar said 12th-grade student Eleanor “Norah” Sloatman died as a result of the […]
Byron and IC Catholic could be headed for another epic playoff battle
It has felt like the football teams at Byron and IC Catholic have been on a collision course all season. Well, that collision will happen this Saturday afternoon in Byron in the IHSA Class 3A playoff quarterfinals. These are the top two ranked teams in the state in 3A.
Severe Storms With Damaging Winds Near Davenport Push Toward Chicago, Joliet and Rockford Around...
CHICAGO — Showers and thunderstorms moving toward northern Illinois Wednesday morning are tracking farther north than expected. Some storms on the southern end of the system have already turned severe, with damaging winds reported near the Quad Cities. The rain is expected to reach Chicagoland around noon, and the strongest storms should stay near and south of the Interstate 80 corridor.
Beloit man arrested on fifth OWI charge after traffic stop, police say
A Beloit man was arrested following a traffic stop Tuesday, according to the Town of Beloit Police Department.
Rockford’s Plume named one of Illinois’ 50 best restaurants in statewide ranking
he "50 Best Restaurants in Illinois — 2026 Edition" list published by Travel With Me, a Chicago social media platform with about 1 million followers on Facebook alone.
Dairyhäus Is Bringing Back Its 12 Scoops of Christmas
My sweet tooth is already in trouble! Dairyhäus is bringing back its Twelve Scoops of Christmas advent calendar, and the flavors sound absolutely delicious.
Three Magical Christmas Light Displays to See in Rockford
From Sinnissippi Park to Anderson Japanese Gardens, discover three Rockford holiday light displays worth visiting this Christmas.
