Three people cited during protest at Rockford Radisson Hotel
Rockford police cited three individuals for ordinance violations and resisting an officer during a Tuesday night protest outside the Radisson Hotel amid unverified claims of ICE activity and a disputed injury involving a juvenile.
Qdoba and Dave’s Hot Chicken are set to open in Machesney Park in 2027
National restaurant chains QDOBA and Dave's Hot Chicken are scheduled to open in Machesney Park, Illinois, in 2027.
Judge denies Duane Meyer’s request for a new trial in Byron double murder case
An Ogle County judge denied a motion for a new trial filed by Duane Meyer, who was convicted of murdering his ex-wife and young son in a 2016 Byron house fire.
UPDATE: Suspect identified in Tomah hammer attack
Tomah Police have identified a Rockford, Illinois man as the suspect involved in an attempted homicide on Tuesday. They said that Derek Allen Johnson, 38, was taken into custody following the incident. Chief Eric Pedersen said that Johnson has what they’re describing as a full extradition warrant through the Illinois..
Rockford seeks public input on Downtown Riverfront Path project along Rock River
The City of Rockford is planning the Downtown Riverfront Path, a project aimed at closing gaps in the existing riverfront trail network and creating a continuous north-south connection along the river.
Loves Park encourages residents to enroll in free program that aids firefighters in an...
LOVES PARK — The Loves Park Fire Department is encouraging residents to enroll in a new program designed to aid firefighters when they respond to an emergency. The department is hosting an open enrollment day Thursday for Community Connect, a public safety software that allows residents to voluntarily provide informati
Northern Illinois Leaves Hit Peak Color Mid-October, Boone And Ogle Counties Following Same Timeline
Fall color is coming to Northern Illinois. The Rockford area and neighboring counties are forecast to reach peak foliage between October 18th and 20th, with warm days and cool nights creating conditions for a particularly vibrant display.
Rockford City Council approves plan to turn Victorian-era property into rental option
ROCKFORD — City Council has given the OK for the new owners of a 150-year-old house on the city’s North End to convert the property into a short-term rental option for traveling professionals. Nathan and Lauren Erb, who bought the property in late June, plan to renovate the...
Seven crashes in 12 days trigger new safety measures in Ogle County construction zone
The Illinois Department of Transportation is taking safety measures in an Ogle County construction zone following seven vehicle crashes within a 12-day span.
Police Bust Fake Holdup Plot In Beloit, Uncovering Theft At Local Restaurant
A Beloit woman stole $22,000 from her restaurant job, then she and her boyfriend staged a fake bank robbery to cover it up. Police saw right through the scheme.
