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As a way to make sure moms who have recently given birth get the care they need, Mercyhealth is taking part in a new initiative. Harlem School District 122 gives an update on staffing in an email to the community. Measles case confirmed in Jo Daviess County. Updated: 1 hour...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - An investigation into three armed robberies in Rockford leads to the arrests of four siblings and another man. Two counts of conspiracy to commit armed robbery, possession of firearm without a FOID card and a possession of machine gun warrant out of Indiana. Elijah Woodson, 22,...

Volunteers and officials in Boone County are working hard to prepare for the largest fair in the stateline, making improvements to the grounds and infrastructure, and ensuring the event is safe and enjoyable for all attendees.

FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - An investigation into a Sound Thinking alert shows evidence of shots fired on S. Blackhawk Avenue, officials say. Just before 11:30 p.m. July 12, Freeport police responded to the 500 block of S. Blackhawk Avenue for a Sound Thinking Alert. Officers say they found evidence of...

BELOIT, Wis. (WIFR) - A 70-year-old man died following a pedestrian crash Monday in Beloit, police shared Wednesday. A video with previous coverage from our sister station, WMTV in Madison, is attached to this story. The crash happened July 14 at the intersection of Prairie Avenue and Inman Parkway. Beloit...

As a way to make sure moms who have recently given birth get the care they need, Mercyhealth is taking part in a new initiative. Jo Daviess County health officials sound the alarm after a confirmed case of measles is reported in the county. NAMI Northern Illinois collecting essential items...

Francisco Bustamante was arrested and charged with domestic battery, resisting an officer, violating an order of protection, and unlawful restraint after allegedly attacking a woman while violating an order of protection in Rockford, Illinois.

Rockford Police arrested five individuals on charges of armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, possession of a firearm without a FOID card, and possession of cannabis with intent to deliver after a series of armed robberies in the Rockford area.

ILLINOIS — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Eric Blomgren, a 20-year-old man wanted on weapons violation charges. Blomgren is considered a fugitive within the city jurisdiction, according to Rockford Area Crime Stoppers. Officials warn that he may be dangerous and advise residents not to...

ROCKFORD — A three-day celebration of Black culture, history and creativity returns this weekend to the historic African American Resource Center at Booker. The nearly 100-year-old community center, 1005 S. Court St., will host Bookerfest 2025, “This Is Us” on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The event is free to attend.