100+ Rockford Restaurants Locals Recommend For Dinner
Looking for the best dinner spots in Rockford? More than 100 local restaurant recommendations were shared by Rockford residents.
City Council approves Rockford’s 30th local landmark
ROCKFORD — City Council members have approved local landmark status for the Otis Eddy house, a Victorian-era home that sits on a portion of the former Village Green site. Aldermen voted unanimously in a voice vote on Monday to OK the landmark designation for the 150-year-old, two-story Gothic Revival-style house at 252
If You Visit An Illinois Apple Orchard, You Must Get These
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Rockford Man’s Saturday Breakfast Has Gone Viral on Social Media
A Rockford man’s heartfelt Saturday breakfast tradition honoring his late wife has grown into a global Instagram community that looks to him for food, friendship and positivity.
My Biggest Driving Pet Peeve in Rockford Right Now
I have officially developed a new driving pet peeve simply by driving in Rockford.
The Charmant Hotel retains One MICHELIN Key designation for 2026
LA CROSSE, Wis. — Geronimo Hospitality Group is celebrating a three-peat, with four of its boutique hotels earning One MICHELIN Key for the third consecutive year. Hotel Goodwin in Beloit, Wisconsin; The Charmant Hotel in La Crosse, Wisconsin; and Bottleworks Hotel and Ironworks Hotel Indy, both in Indianapolis, Indian
Dan Lewandowski rolls out platform for Rockford mayoral campaign
ROCKFORD — Dan Lewandowski rolled out his platform for mayor on Monday, saying he has the leadership and management skills necessary to tackle the tough decisions that lie ahead for the city. The 53-year-old attorney and former county Democratic Party chairman said he would prioritize lowering crime, bolstering economi
The Reason I Really Only Go To Apple Orchards in Illinois
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Rock County to hold restitution hearing in housing fraud case
JANESVILLE — A 44-year-old Beloit woman charged with using her position as a housing specialist in Janesville to help family members receive federal housing assistance is scheduled for a restitution hearing in November. Rachel Jacquest has pleaded not guilty to two felony counts of misconduct in office, fraudulent reco
Families reminded to ensure kids’ safety when traveling
After two recent crashes in which children died, Illinois State Police is reminding families that children have to be appropriately secured while in a car.
