Chicago Ranked America’s 6th Worst City for Drivers
Think driving in Rockford is frustrating? WalletHub ranked Chicago the sixth-worst city for drivers in America, with only five cities scoring worse.
Here is Something to Eat, Watch and Do This Weekend in Rockford
Halloween treats, country music, Bears-Packers football and a meaningful local fundraiser give Rockford-area residents plenty of ways to Eat, Watch and Do this weekend.
Rockford faces $5.8M hole in upcoming budget
ROCKFORD — City officials are exploring ways to close an anticipated $5.87 million gap in the coming year’s budget. Early projections show the city’s general fund spending is estimated to grow more than 3.5% from $224.3 million to $232.3 million in 2027. Anticipated revenue stands at $226.4 million.
Get Ready for Nine Nights of Halloween Lights in Rockford
Want Halloween fun without getting chased by something in the dark? Festival of Frights is back in Rockford with spooky lights and family-friendly fun.
Harlem uses big plays to romp against Crystal Lake South for a regional championship
Harlem's flag football team is explosive. Wednesday evening the Huskies were clicking coming up with big play after big play and the result was an IHSA regional championship. The Huskies, on their home field, defeated Crystal Lake South 31-13.
Claire VanSchelven’s big night leads Hononegah to regional championship win
A love of football runs in the VanSchelven family, that includes a love of flag football.
Get Ready for Nine Nights of Halloween Lights in Rockford
Want Halloween fun without getting chased by something in the dark? Festival of Frights is back in Rockford with spooky lights and family-friendly fun.
Rockford faces $5.8M hole in upcoming budget
ROCKFORD — City officials are exploring ways to close an anticipated $5.87 million gap in the coming year’s budget. Early projections show the city’s general fund spending is estimated to grow more than 3.5% from $224.3 million to $232.3 million in 2027. Anticipated revenue stands at $226.4 million.
Monroe man charged after 11-mile, 100 mph pursuit in Illinois
ROCK CITY, Ill. — A 21-year-old Monroe man was arrested in Illinois late Monday night after authorities said he began an approximately 11-mile high speed pursuit.
Rockford City Council approves zoning changes, housing projects and infrastructure contracts
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Rockford City Council approved a series of zoning, infrastructure, housing and tourism-related measures during its Oct. 5 meeting, including plans for new commercial and industrial development, transitional housing, stormwater improvements and a regional tourism district. Among the zoning ac
