2 Rockford men arrested before planned home invasion, police say
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford police arrest two men, foiling the suspects' plans to rob a home, investigators say. Kendrick Bell, 26, and Ivory...
You’ve Probably Never Had Illinois’ Favorite Cocktail
Do you think your favorite cocktail is the most popular in the entire state of Illinois? I bet it's not. Here's why. We are...
James Crow, Rockford theatre teacher and director, dies at 78
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Winnebago police warn parents about ‘Senior Assassin’ game
WINNEBAGO, Ill. (WIFR) - Parents are asked to talk to their kids after some teens in Winnebago are reportedly playing a potentially dangerous game....
Bull captured after daring escape in Marengo
MARENGO, Ill. – A loose bull in McHenry County has been captured. SkyCam9 witnessed the moment a couple of wranglers reeled in...
Midwestern Clothing Company of Rochelle awarded $15,000 Community First grant
ROCHELLE - This week, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) awarded Midwestern Clothing Company a grant of $15,000 through its Community...
Explore Pizza Paradise By Joining the New Rockford Pizza Hop
Rockford, Illinois is well known for having a diverse and delicious pizza scene, and now there's a new initiative that will reward you for...
Loose bull reported in suburban McHenry County
Drivers are being urged to keep a look out for a bull that has gotten loose in suburban McHenry County on Thursday afternoon. According...
Rockford men allegedly going to commit Chicago burglary, one is accused of selling fentanyl
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Police arrested Ivory Holland, 29, and Kendrick Bell, 26, for allegedly planning a burglary among other charges. Rockford...
Rockford area veterans clash with Winnebago County Board over funding
Services like health care transportation and assistance for homeless vets could be cut in the coming year if the Winnebago County Board...
