Building after blight: Rockford townhouse development replaces dilapidated property
ROCKFORD — Construction of a three-unit townhouse on the city’s south side is nearing completion, marking the final stretch of a project that puts a once blighted residential property back into use. Nick Naruz, the owner of Toad Hall Books & Records on Broadway, worked with Ambassador Homes...
New four-way stops to change traffic in Rockford and Rock City
Stop signs will be installed at two intersections in Winnebago and Stephenson counties, according to a community announcement. The installations, which are weather-dependent, will begin Monday, May 4, at the intersections of Springfield Avenue and Safford Road in Rockford and Illinois 75 and Rock City Road in Rock City. Currently, traffic on Safford Road must stop at Springfield Avenue, and traffic on Rock...
Freeport’s historic Lindo Theater undergoing seven-figure renovations
The Lindo Theater in Freeport is undergoing a major upgrade project, led by Classic Cinema CEO Chris Johnson, to revitalize the 104-year-old cinema with...
The 13th Annual Lt. Governor’s Small Business Academy: A Beacon for Wisconsin Entrepreneurs
As the spring chill gives way to warmer days in Wisconsin, the state buzzes with the anticipation of the 13th annual Lt. Governor's Small Business Academy. This eagerly awaited event, which has become a staple for local entrepreneurs, promises to deliver a wealth of knowledge, connection, and inspiration to aspiring business owners across the region. From May 5th to May 8th, both virtual and...
SNAP data shows Rockford area remains one of highest‑need regions in northern Illinois
Winnebago County has one of the largest SNAP caseloads in the state, significantly outpacing nearby counties and highlighting the economic differences between Rockford and its surrounding suburban communities.
Speedway Auto Mall to relocate after selling property to Kunes Auto Group
MACHESNEY PARK — Speedway Auto Mall is preparing to relocate after selling its massive Machesney Park property to Kunes Auto Group. The 13-acre Speedway Auto Mall property and its 90,000-square-foot building were sold to Kunes in mid-April after 29 years in operation at 1590 West Lane Road. The sale was only for the real estate, not the company itself.
Ogle County woman arrested for DUI after cellphone crash alert
A crash detection alert on a cellphone led the Ogle County Sheriff's Office to arrest a woman for DUI early Sunday morning.
Two charged after Rockford shooting hits home, vehicle; man wounded
The victim told police he did not know who shot him.
Rockford traffic stop turns into foot chase, teen arrested
A traffic stop in Rockford led to a foot chase and arrest of a 19-year-old man on Sunday, May 3, police said.
Rockford woman arrested for allegedly trying to ‘run people over’ with vehicle
The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on May 1, 2026, in the 500 block of South New Towne Drive.
