Rockford IL

A Rockford man, reportedly in possession of a gun stolen from Louisiana, was arrested Thursday morning after he allegedly ran from police, authorities said.

ROCKFORD — A new small retail business in downtown aims to outfit the city with fashion and clothing necessities at an affordable price. Spin City Wear celebrates its grand opening at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at 321 N. Church St., which is across the street from Second Congregational UCC/First Presbyterian Church in...

Get ready to rock this summer with a concert series that promises unforgettable performances under the stars.

Twenty educators from Winnebago and Boone counties have been selected as finalists for the 2026 Golden Apple Teacher Awards, the Golden Apple Foundation announced Thursday.

BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - A Belvidere auto dealer grows its presence throughout the Land of Lincoln with the acquisition of a new dealership in LaSalle County. Hamblock Dealer Group, owner of Hamblock Ford, is the new owner of a Chevrolet GMC dealership in Ottawa. Joe Hamblock, owner of Hamblock Dealer...

Choosing the right car is never just about looks or horsepower. For practical buyers in Rockford, the stakes are even higher, as daily driving, weather conditions, and repair costs all play a crucial role in deciding which vehicle is worth investing in. Every year, thousands of residents in Rockford evaluate their...

Rockford, Illinois – A Rockford man already on pretrial release was taken into custody Wednesday after police say a narcotics investigation led to the discovery of illegal drugs and multiple firearms inside a residence on the city’s west side. Rockford Police confirmed that Joseph Krispin, 28, was arrested...

JANESVILLE — A driver who led deputies on a high-speed chase while intoxicated in the early morning hours of New Years Day 2025 has been sentenced to seven years in prison and three years of extended supervision. At about 2:30 a.m. Jan. 1, Brieske fled from deputies in his truck in Jefferson County at 100 miles per...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A man has been sentenced after pleading guilty in connection to a 2020 drug trafficking operation in Rockford. Dec. 18, Cornell Finley, 48, was sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for intentionally possessing cocaine with intent to distribute and possessing two handguns in furtherance of a...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois celebrates dozens of students Thursday at a graduation ceremony in Rockford. The organization says more than 225 students received certificates for completing their GEDs and other specialized programs including forklift operation, CDL training, medical...