Rockford IL

BELOIT — The Beloit Turner Trojans have everything they could’ve asked for. They control their own destiny when it comes to the WIAA Division 4 playoffs. The 4-4 Trojans are preparing to host 2-6 Columbus Friday night, and Turner coach Grant McLain said the team has a great chance to qualify if they can pick up that fifth win. “At this point, if we win we should be in great shape to qualify,” McLain said. “We are having a really good week of prep and we’re taking a hard look at Columbus and plan

The owners of The Olive Branch food truck announced the closure of their eight-year-old business following a series of persistent mechanical issues.

The weekend brings Wine & Witches 2026 and Spirits & Spirits, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Freeport area. Wine & Witches 2026 What: Wine & Witches is a fun-filled shopping event featuring regional wines for sampling at various downtown Freeport locations. Sip, shop and enjoy the festive atmosphere as you explore everything downtown has to offer. VIP admission includes a wine glass and special gifts from participating boo-tiques. Check-in to pick up your swag bag and tasting

Rockford, Belvidere and Rochelle face possible freezing temperatures as a Freeze Watch takes effect.

BELOIT, Wis. — We have an early glimpse inside Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit, which is about a week away from opening its new casino off Interstate 90. Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit, 777 Willowbrook Road, will open to the public at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 and feature approximately 1,300 gaming machines and 40 table games, including blackjack, Texas hold’em, 3-card poker, Mississippi stud and ultimate Texas hold’em. There are also four distinct dining areas: Draft Picks Pub House, Black River Coffee Shop, Food

Police say a driver lost the brakes before crashing into a Wood River Taco Bell. Nobody was injured, but the restaurant's bathroom took a serious hit.

Robert Noble, 36, was found guilty Wednesday of aggravated driving under the influence following a 2025 investigation.

ROCKFORD — A more than 150-year-old cemetery founded by Swedish immigrants is developing a new cremation memorial garden to keep pace with a growing trend that has shifted more families away from traditional burials. Scandinavian Cemetery, 1700 Rural St., is in the midst of creating a new section dedicated...

Rockford, Ill (WTVO) — We’re hanging out with Janine Idstein, Event Sales Manager, to talk about Stadium of Screams brought to you by Diamond View Events!. Janine showed us through some of the twists and turns, and we ended up in the batting cages with our new giant skeleton friend that’ll be bringing scares to people every weekend at ABC Supply Stadium!

The City of Rockford is looking ahead to next year's budget. It is at an almost a $6 million dollar shortfall. City officials are having conversations about what they need to do in order to close the gap.