Locals React to New Chipotle in Rockford
Chipotle’s fourth Rockford location opened March 4 with a Chipotlane, and while fans still love it, locals shared what businesses they’d actually like to see open instead.
Solar panels to blame for Rockford house fire, draws multi-department response
Fire crews worked to contain a house fire that destroyed a portion of a solar panel array on Rockford's east side on Wednesday afternoon.
Town of Beloit Police asks public for help in identifying pursuit suspects
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Town of Beloit Police Department is asking the public for help in identifying suspects who were involved in a chase, officials said. The chase happened around 7:30 p.m. Friday near S Riverside Drive and W B-R Townline Road, according to police. Officials shared photos on...
Country Star Set for Rockford Show at Hard Rock Live!
Travis Tritt’s 2026 national tour will include an August 14 stop at Hard Rock Live Rockford, bringing his multi-platinum catalog of hits to Illinois fans.
Rockford police officer faces more criminal charges
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A Rockford Police Department officer accused of fraud and theft faces additional charges from other counties. Corey Roser, 35, of Rockford, is charged with two counts of theft by deception and one count of burglary for incidents in McHenry And DeKalb counties. Those two charges go...
Illinois’ Best Small Town Restaurant Isn’t Far From Rockford
Tasting Table names Log Cabin Steakhouse in Galena the best small town restaurant in Illinois, known for ribeyes and history.
House fire in Rockford: Two children escape safely
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Two children were able to escape a house fire on Loomis Street on Saturday afternoon, fire officials reported. According to the Rockford Fire Department, firefighters were called to the 1800 block of Loomis around 4:18 p.m. and found smoke coming from the front door of the house. Two juveniles...
Mostly cloudy and middle 40’s today
Mostly cloudy with northeast winds 5 - 10 mph and highs at 46 degrees. Mostly cloudy tonight with lows back down to the 30’s. Rain chances increase tomorrow afternoon with highs in the 50’s. Rain likely for the end of the week with a thunderstorm possible on Friday with highs in the middle 60’s. Back to sunshine for...
Tad More Tailoring becomes Rockford’s first Certified B Corp
Tad More Tailoring has become the first business in Rockford to achieve Certified B Corporation status. The company celebrated the milestone with a press conference, according to a community announcement. B Corp certification is awarded to companies that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental...
Rockford’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Turns 50 This Year
Rockford’s beloved St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebrates 50 years on March 14, 2026, with a downtown route, live entertainment, Irish food, and a family-friendly Paddyfest after-party.

















