Chicago Rockford airport marks 80 years of growth and jobs
The Chicago Rockford International Airport has reached its highest cargo ranking on record as it marks 80 years since the former Camp Grant property began its transformation into a commercial airport and regional transportation center. The milestone comes as the Federal Aviation Administration ranked the airport No. 12
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Big changes coming soon for WIFR and WREX
ROCKFORD, Ill. - This September, WIFR and WREX will unify under a new brand: Rockford News First - a bold step that highlights local news programming that puts viewers, our communities and our region first. WIFR and WREX have long been known for leading the way with coverage, and that...
Machesney Park to consider stricter data center regulations
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - The Village of Machesney Park says it wants development, but also transparency. The village’s Planning and Zoning Commission will look at proposed regulations on potential data center proposals. The regulations say no data center could be built within 1000 feet of a residentially zoned...
Tom & Jerry’s, Candy Cloud owners share update on Beef-a-Roo acquisition
Tom and Jerry’s owner Robert Grottke recently announced his plans to acquire Rockford area Beef-a-Roo’s with the help of Candy Cloud owner Alex Edwards.
Brother of Officer Kevin Rice honors his legacy 25 years after his death
Today, you say the name Kevin Rice to a long-time Rockford resident, and some will tell you they remember the day he died like it was yesterday.
New Culver’s restaurant planned for Rockford’s 11th Street
A plan to bring a new Culver’s restaurant to Rockford’s south side is moving through the city’s approval process.
Rockford Residents Are Mastering the Art of Going Solo
Being in a relationship doesn't mean you have to do everything together!
Rockford Man Wins Four Illinois Lottery Prizes in the Last Year
This has to be the luckiest man around town. What a winning streak!
Many Northern Illinois students head back to school in August; here’s when classes begin
School districts across northern Illinois are scheduled to welcome students back for the 2026-27 academic year starting in early August.
