New trial denied for man convicted in Freeport drive-by killing
Nyiquell Pendelton was found guilty of killing 19-year-old Marcus Price in May 2021.
Pop-up Brandberry Cafe begins its seven-day run in downtown Rockford
ROCKFORD — A pop-up cafe centered on creative coffee drinks and special events kicked off its seven-day run Thursday in downtown. Brandberry Cafe is a one-week experience created by Evangelina Jimenez, the entrepreneur behind the annual Female Energy Festival in Rockford. It takes over VPW Studios, 206 N. Main St.,...
Armed robbery suspects caught after chase and gun threat in Beloit
Two men were arrested in Beloit, Wisconsin after one of three robbery victims chased his assailant until he was confronted by a second suspect, who pointed a gun at him.
Freddy’s closes in Machesney Park
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - The Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers location in Machesney Park abruptly closes its doors Thursday, Oct. 16. Signage for the building at 9901 Orlando St., in front of the Lowe’s, has been removed and a note on the door tells customers the restaurant is permanently closed.
UW Health marks infant and pregnancy loss Remembrance Day with support and healing
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - October 15 marks Infant and Pregnancy Loss Remembrance Day, a day dedicated to honoring babies lost too soon and supporting families as they navigate grief. Megan Reiniche, a perinatal nurse navigator at UW Health SwedishAmerican Women and Children’s Hospital, says the day is not only about...
Police seek owner of partially sunken boat found in Machesney Park
Authorities are searching for the owner of an unmanned, partially sunken boat found in the Rock River on Wednesday morning.
Freeport shooting leaves three men wounded, suspects at large
Three men were injured in a shooting in Freeport late Tuesday night, and police are investigating the incident as an active investigation.
Dutch Bros Coffee prepares to open first location in Rockford
ROCKFORD — A national drive-thru coffee chain with hundreds of locations across the country is preparing to open its first shop in the city. Dutch Bros Coffee plans to open a dual-lane drive-thru at 7131 E. State St., which is just east of Perryville Road in the lot in front of Ashley furniture, Urban Air Adventure...
Beloit homicide case ends with 15-year prison term for shooter
Kevin Payne was sentenced to 15 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Nikkita Green in May 2024, after an argument broke out at an after-party.
19-year-old woman killed in fiery Marengo car crash
A 19-year-old Janesville woman is dead after a fiery car crash in Marengo on Monday night.
