Rockford IL

A powerful Midwest storm will bring damaging 60 mph winds to northern Illinois Friday before a potential winter storm drops up to 8 inches of snow across Rockford and Chicago early next week.

BELOIT, Wis. (WIFR) - A Facebook group called ‘No Beloit Data Center’ was created a week ago to protest a possible data center coming to the Town of Beloit. Wednesday night, the community gathered at the Beloit Public Library to discuss what a data center is, what it could mean for the residents if the town approved...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - An unusual event Wednesday featuring an inflatable colon brings attention to the dangers of colon cancer while teaching community members and patients about the disease. OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center held the event March 11 in its lobby recognizing Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Participants...

There are reports of additional exposure to a chemical at the Constellation Generating Station located at 4405 N. German Church Road in Byron, Illinois. Constellation Energy confirmed to WNIJ that on Thursday morning, two outage workers at the Byron Clean Energy Center were taken to area hospitals as a precaution...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Chicago, Illinois – Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph could sweep across northern Illinois and northwest Indiana early Friday, threatening power lines and making travel hazardous through the afternoon...

Rockford Police said a man was arrested Tuesday evening after running from officers during a traffic stop.

Who knew that a playful challenge could lead to such regret? Sometimes, the sweetest things come with a side of chaos.

BOONE COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - A 78-year-old Boone County Board member admits to stealing less than $500 from a place of worship. Marion Thornberry of Belvidere received 12 months of court supervision and must pay fines. He initially pleaded not guilty after he was arrested on March 11, 2025. A...

Rockford Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ehren Jarrett announced 110 position reductions to close a $15 million deficit, citing increased healthcare costs and inflation, while emphasizing the district's commitment to keeping resources close to students.

ROCHELLE, Ill. (WIFR) - A new source of hope arrived for cancer patients and their families in Ogle County. Rochelle Community Hospital and the Rochelle Area Community Foundation joined forces to create the Community Cancer Resource Fund, which is designed to take care of some burdens for those battling the disease.