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Cyclist killed after collision with garbage truck in Janesville

A cyclist was killed on Monday morning after being hit by a garbage truck at the intersection of Milton Avenue and Memorial Drive in Janesville, Wisconsin.
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Pet safety tips for Fourth of July weekend, scorching summer months

The Boone County Health Department will temporarily move while its offices are renovated. Meta rolls out new safety curriculum to protect children. Meta rolls out new safety curriculum to protect children. Brian Carlson named Rockford Fire Department Interim Chief. Updated: 3 hours ago. Carlson is a 27-year veteran...
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Track & Field and lacrosse events pack Midwest athletes into Rockford

Summer is here, and so are athletes. Thousands of them from around the Midwest have converged on Rockford and Loves Park this weekend for two major events.
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Rockford man accused of strangling a woman, slashing her tires

David Taylor, 48, was arrested and charged with domestic battery, aggravated domestic battery, and criminal damage to property after allegedly strangling a woman and slashing her tires during an argument.
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Rockford fugitive caught for drug dealing and illegal weapons possession

Mikieon Taylor-Jones, a Rockford fugitive previously convicted of a 2016 shooting, was arrested on Friday and is now under suspicion of drug dealing and illegal weapons possession.
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Brothers behind Olivo Tacos plan new deli market in Rockford’s Midtown

ROCKFORD — The brothers behind Olivo Tacos, which has multiple restaurants and food trucks around the Rockford area, plan to bring a new deli and small grocery market to the city’s Midtown District. Olivo Deli Market, 321 Seventh St., will feature ready-made and build-your-own sub sandwiches, a variety...
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America’s Best Chicken Chain Has 39 Locations in Illinois—Have You Tried It?

It looks like Rockford just got in when the getting's really good, if you know what I mean. I happened upon Delish's list of America's favorite restaurants and saw this blurb about the best chicken joints in the country. Chick-fil-A, Hangry Joe’s, WingStop — But Not the Winner?
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Police searching for wanted fugitive in Illinois

ILLINOIS — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Hailey Quinn, a 34-year-old woman wanted on charges of aggravated battery. Quinn is currently wanted by city law enforcement and is considered a fugitive. Officials warn that she may be dangerous and advise against attempting to confront her....
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Radio operators connect globally at RARA Field Day in Rockford

Radio operators from around the nation came to Rockford for a weekend of communication and connection.
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BlackFest makes its come back at the Live at Levings

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Live at Levings brings back the 815 BlackFest Sunday afternoon at Levings Park. The event celebrates culture, community and black excellence in music. “The BlackFest is basically an event that shows where community and culture combine,” BlackFest committee member Janene Stepheson said. “This...

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