Chicago Man Admits Guilt in Nationwide Wire Fraud Conspiracy, Rockford Accomplices Await Court Decision
A Chicago-area man, Demario Sorrells, has coughed up a guilty plea for his part in a crafty nationwide wire fraud scam that duped businesses...
A woman dies after a hit-and-run on Auburn Street
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A woman is pronounced dead early Tuesday morning after being hit by a car on Monday. Malissa Bond, 53, was...
Dense Fog Advisory extended
The Dense Fog Advisory for Winnebago, Boone, McHenry, Ogle, Lee and DeKalb Counties in northern Illinois has been extended until noon Tuesday. Green, Rock,...
Two Rockford men charged with gun crimes after weekend traffic stops
Rockford Police announced the arrests of two men over the weekend on weapons charges after officers said they found guns in their vehicles during...
Driver killed in 100 mph Janesville crash, police say
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WTVO) — Janesville Police say a driver is dead after speeding away from officers at 100 mph and losing control of...
Rockford to honorarily rename street for John Briggs, the city’s first Black hotel owner
ROCKFORD - The city plans to rename a portion of Court Street in honor of John Briggs, who was the city's first African American...
Rockford restaurant 15th and Chris demolished a year after fire
A popular Rockford hamburger business that was destroyed by fire last year has been torn down. 15th and Chris , 201...
Owners have sights set on 2025 for new downtown Rockford brewery
They say some things are just meant to be.That seemed to be the case last year, when Alex Blondin and his business partner were...
Black History Month: Rockford’s first Black sergeant, lieutenant, captain, deputy chief
How much do you know about Rockford's Black history? In celebration and recognition of Black History Month, the Rockford Register Star has partnered with...
Back on top: Rockford apple orchard wins best cider in Illinois
Curran's Orchard is back on top of the apple cider game after taking home first prize in the state at the 2024...
