Rockford IL

SHARON, Wis. — Residents in Walworth County spent the Fourth of July weekend cleaning up debris after powerful storms swept through the area. In the Town of Sharon, high winds destroyed several farms, including that of James and Sandy Huff. “We’ve had bad storms before, but this is the...

LOVES PARK — A rapidly expanding chicken wing chain now has three restaurants in development in the Rockford region. Construction is underway to bring Wing Snob to 6108 N. Second St., which is the former Marco’s Pizza next to Janey’s Lounge. The combined space was formerly Family Video.

(WIFR) - It’s been a pleasant day across the stateline with temperatures topping out around that 80 degree mark. We had a few showers late this afternoon as the departing low allowed our uncapped atmosphere to generate a few stray pockets of rain. Luckily, these showers won’t last into the evening and overnight as our

Beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, the outer northbound and southbound Lanes of Kilburn Avenue in Rockford will be closed to traffic from Bruce Street to Fairview Avenue. Traffic will be directed into the inner lanes for the duration of the closure. Business and residential access within the designated area will remain open.

LOVES PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - FirstBorn Ministries celebrated Freedom Sunday on Sunday with a service and free family activities for the community. Pastor Anthony Maynard said this is the second year the church has held Freedom Sunday. “We are celebrating the freedom that we have in this country, but also...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Memorial Baptist Church held a special service to commemorate America’s 250th birthday. Pastor Donnie Barnes says the milestone gave the church a reason to come together and reflect. He says the service focused on giving thanks for the freedoms and liberties people have in the...

FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - A water shutdown will affect several Freeport residents Tuesday, July 7, as city crews replace an outdated water hydrant near the Carroll Water Tower. According to the City of Freeport, the shutdown will impact residents in the following areas:. Carroll Avenue from Fuller Street to South...

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Drivers who use the Roscoe Road bridge over the Rock River should prepare for a months-long closure starting Monday, July 6. The Winnebago County Highway Department says the bridge will close for structural repairs and rehabilitation. The project includes steel beam repairs, new bearings

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — 815 Stone Scrubbers, a volunteer group, is working to preserve history by cleaning veteran gravestones across Winnebago County. The current focus is on Civil War-era graves, with an aim to honor those who served and ensure their memorials last for at least another 100 years.

The Rockton Fire Protection District is mourning the loss of longtime trustee William “Bill” Campbell, a dedicated public servant who spent 37 years supporting the district and its mission. Campbell, remembered for his steady leadership and commitment to the community, served as a past trustee and played a key role in