Rockford IL

Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 1 Commander, Captain Ken Benson, has announced the results of three special patrols held in Whiteside and Winnebago counties during June. The Distracted Driving Enforcement Patrols program provided extra patrol coverage for ISP officers to focus on saving lives and reducing serious cra

ELECTRONIC RECYCLING EVENT BRINGS IN MORE THAN 20,000 POUNDS OF WASTE. Freeport residents kept more than 10 tons of electronic waste out of local landfills during the city’s electronics recycling event last month. City officials say a total of 20,894 pounds of e-waste was collected during the June 6th...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford city officials announced Saturday’s parade will lead to significant traffic impacts for drivers, with street closures beginning at 11 a.m. The parade is scheduled to start at 4:40 p.m. at 7th Street and 6th Avenue, concluding its route at Church Street. Drivers are...

Lanes Reopening Where Possible for ​Independence Day Holiday Travel. The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Independence Day weekend to minimize travel disruption. Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Illinois State Police investigates a multi-vehicle crash on U.S. 20 outside Pecatonica. The crash happened shortly before noon July 2 at the intersection of U.S. 20 and Conger Road. A medical helicopter and ambulance were both called to the scene. Details about the crash, including...

Northern Illinois communities carry names that reflect the nation's history, from Revolutionary War figures to Native American tribes and early pioneers, reminding residents of the region's connection to the past.

(WIFR) - Several communities across the stateline will celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday with fireworks, parades and festivals. Below is a list of events around the area. Please note, admission may apply in some cases. Thursday, July 2. Rock Falls Eats N’ Beats Independence Day Celebration: 4...

An SUV and a sedan collided at an intersection on U.S 20 in Pecatonica on Thursday morning.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A stroll across any of downtown Rockford’s bridges provides the typical experience: someone or something heads from one point to another. For Mitch Wessels, the Morgan Street bridge helps him put food on the table. “For the most part, I use that one bridge,” said...

A man was arrested after allegedly hiding from police in an attic during the execution of a search warrant, according to Rockford Police.