Roscoe police seek help finding missing woman Kiella Patterson
The Roscoe Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating Kiella Patterson, an endangered runaway who was last seen on August 11.
Dolly Parton’s Surprising Connections to Illinois
From her Chicago-set movie “Straight Talk” to a statewide literacy program, Dolly Parton left a lasting mark on Illinois.
Klehm Arboretum to host “Christmas at Klehm”
The Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden is set to host "Christmas at Klehm" this November, relocating the former "Christmas at the Farm" event from Meyers Tails Up Farm to its own grounds.
DUI suspect hits 8 mailboxes and light pole in Stillman Valley dump truck wreck
STILLMAN VALLEY, Ill. (WTVO) — A 37-year-old man was hospitalized with serious injuries late Sunday night after crashing a dump truck in Stillman Valley, according to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrested the driver, identified as Jeremy Champlain, on suspicion of driving under the influence following the
New law aims to help communities across Illinois build off Rockford’s Family Peace Center...
ROCKFORD — The city’s work to serve survivors of domestic and sexual violence through the Family Peace Center could be used as a model for communities across the state under a recently passed law. House Bill 4949, which Gov. JB Pritzker signed into law on Aug. 7, creates...
Rockford’s 15th Ave. Bridge to undergo full reconstruction
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The 15th Avenue Bridge in Rockford will undergo a full reconstruction estimated at $24 million, with construction expected to begin next year. The project will take approximately two years to complete and is nearly entirely through federal and state grants. Contract awarding for the project is t
The Rockford Public Library is helping some adults achieve something that helps them excel...
The U.S. Census bureau reports that more than 14,000 Rockford adults ages 25 and older don’t have a high school diploma. This number includes those with less than a 9th grade education. Some sources report Winnebago county numbers to be more than 30,000. A Rockford Public Library nationally accredited high school progr
Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office mourns death of K9 Zoro after cancer diagnosis
The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office announced the passing of K9 Zoro on Tuesday.
K9 ZORO, Beloved Winnebago County Sheriff’s K9, Dies After Sudden Illness
The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office is saddened to announce the passing of K9 ZORO on August 24, 2026. ZORO began experiencing sudden medical issues and was immediately transported to an area veterinary clinic for evaluation. Due to the seriousness of his condition, he was transferred to the University of Wisconsin-M
Flow Is Getting a Huge Makeover and Kids Will Love It
If your kids grew up watching Ninja Kidz on YouTube, they are going to be VERY excited about what is replacing Flow Supreme Air Sports in Rockford.
