This Illinois Rail-Trail Follows An Old Railroad Line Past Prairie, Woods, And Quiet Small...
A former railroad corridor in northern Illinois has been reimagined as a long-distance trail that takes walkers and cyclists through open farmland, patches of native prairie, and small agricultural communities. The Long Prairie Trail stretches 14.2 miles across Boone County and into Winnebago County, following the old
Rockford Amazon Shoppers Are Concerned About a New Pickup Fee
Amazon Prime shoppers in Rockford are questioning a new UPS Store pickup fee after one resident says they were charged $5 to pick up a package.
Good Day Stateline August 14, 2026
On this Good Day Stateline we're closing out 815 Week with a trip Out of Town to Poplar Grove. We're also making peach chicken bites on Air Fry Day. We've also got some tips for back to school habits and shopping trends. You don't want to miss it.
Get ‘Out of Town’ To Arturo’s Mexican Restaurant in Poplar Grove!
Rockford, Ill (WTVO) — We’re taking you Out of Town to Arturo’s in Poplar Grove to meet the owners – Arturo and Zulma!. What started as a small grocery store, and a big dream has now turned into a successful bar and restaurant in the heart of Poplar Grove.
City of Beloit to vote on new assistance proposal with Rock County Sheriff’s Office...
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - On Monday, the City of Beloit will vote on a potential new deal with the Rock County Sheriff’s Office as Beloit is running short on police officers. Under the plan, deputies will temporarily patrol the city to help back up local police. Both Sheriff Curt...
That Lead Foot On Illinois Roads Is Burning Fuel Faster Than It Saves Time
A new study found that speeding on your commute saves less than one minute of travel time — but costs significantly more in fuel, and that's before factoring in a ticket.
Stellantis increases Belvidere investment to over $800M for next Jeep Cherokee
Stellantis announced that the next-generation Jeep Cherokee will be produced at the Belvidere Assembly Plant starting in late 2029, marking the first vehicle built on the company's new STLA One platform in the United States.
FIRST LOOK: Rock Valley College opens new downtown West campus in Rockford
Rock Valley College officially opened its new Downtown West campus in Rockford on Friday to expand educational and workforce training access.
Rockford fire crews battle early morning blaze along Rock River
The Rockford Fire Department was called to an apartment complex along the Rock River early Friday morning.
Rockford man gets 13 years for aggravated robbery of elderly pedestrian
Dyandre Price, Sr., 45, was sentenced to 13 years in prison for an aggravated robbery that took place in October 2025.

















