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BELVIDERE, Ill. (WTVO) — The city of Belvidere has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the state to extend the Kishwaukee Riverfront Path, enhancing local access to outdoor spaces. The grant will allow the extension of the path through Belvidere Park and along Appleton Road. This extension will connect...

Mark Henderson started in his new position as the Community Development Director for the Village of Rockton on Dec.1, 2025. Henderson was one of a few who were interviewed by the Village for this position. Henderson is a familiar face in the Stateline. He was previously a meteorologist for one...

SOUTH BELOIT, Ill. (WIFR) - With less than two weeks in the position, South Beloit’s recently appointed fire chief is stepping down. Scott Fisher is resigning from the South Beloit Fire Department and moving to Alaska. Fisher was appointed on December 15, 2025, and sworn in on January 5.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Jennifer Laureano stands between two photos of her son. One side shows Jason Rivera in typical times, the other sees him in a hospital bed with an eye swollen shut. At a news conference on Tuesday, Chicago-based civil rights law firm Loevy & Loevy unveiled a...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Diamonds are forever, but that doesn’t mean people want them. In 2025, prices for the gem were at their lowest level according to data from the Bank of America. From 2022 to 2025, natural one-carat diamonds fell 26%. In practical terms, this mostly affects someone...

SOUTH BELOIT, Ill./BELOIT, Wis. (WIFR) - Multiple crews work together Tuesday night to rescue a dog from a ravine and reunite the furry friend with his family. Beloit Professional Fire Fighters Local 583 reports first responders were called to the corner of Shirland Avenue and Frederick Street on Jan. 13 for a water...

The City Council has approved funding initiatives using casino revenue for economic development projects in Rockford, allocating significant resources to local businesses and community growth. The funding comes from two sources: an admissions tax paid on each visitor to the casino and a tax on all gaming...

Rockford Police arrested an 18-year-old following an armed robbery, stolen vehicle crash, and foot chase that ended with the recovery of a firearm.

The Illinois hospital where Monique Tepe’s ex-husband worked has released a brief statement following his arrest in connection with the deaths of Monique Tepe and her husband, Spencer Tepe. Michael David McKee, 39, was arrested over the weekend on murder charges, days after Monique, 39, and Spencer, 37, were found...

Rockford discovered its burger destination when Baker Street Burgers opened on Alpine Road with a mission to elevate what a burger joint could be. 🍔. This locally-owned restaurant combines gourmet burger creations with a full bar featuring craft cocktails and an extensive whiskey selection. The two-patty burger...