Rockford’s ‘bicycle surgeon’ pedals goodwill with repairs for families in need
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Skyla Ducomyn wields a toothbrush in one hand and dish soap in the other. They lean closer to a vintage bike as scrubbing commences. “Let the Dawn kind of just soak in for a couple seconds,” suggested Ducomyn. Inside a green garage, the Rockford resident...
Another Walgreens Closing in Rockford in 2026
Walgreens is closing another Rockford location on East State Street in 2026 as part of nationwide store shutdowns affecting Illinois.
Rockford man charged after armed robberies at Dollar Tree and Gas Depot
A Rockford man faces charges after a pair of armed robberies at Dollar Tree and a Gas Depot gas station last week.
🏥 Multiple Healthcare Jobs in Winnebago County, IL — Up to $85/hr
Healthcare hiring is strong across Winnebago County right now, especially in Rockford. From travel nursing to pharmacy leadership, there are plenty of ways to grow your career and earn great pay.
Roscoe Restaurant Week kicks off April 10, 2026, with 10 participating restaurants
Roscoe Restaurant Week returns for its second year, inviting the community to support local dining while enjoying special meal deals and giveaways.
Man sentenced to 5 years for arson at two Rockford churches
Marzavious Thomas, 31, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for setting fire to two Rockford churches in 2022.
Man arrested after high-speed chase in Byron, accused of trying to swim away from...
BYRON, Ill. (WIFR) - A Rockford man faces more than a dozen charges after a high speed chase and river rescue Saturday afternoon. Driving under the influence (BAC .08) Speeding 26-34 miles per hour over the posted speed limit. Criminal damage to property. Around 3 p.m. April 4, Byron police...
Suspect charged after fight and hit-and-run at CherryVale Mall parking lot
A teen suspect has been arrested and charged with running down another male in the CherryVale Mall parking lot after a fight.
Violent home invasion in Stillman Valley leads to arrest of two Rockford suspects
Two suspects from Rockford have been arrested for a violent home invasion in Stillman Valley.
OSF HealthCare adds GI physician
OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, Ill., has added Tarik Firozi, MD, according to an April 6 report from RiverBender.com. Dr. Firozi is a gastroenterologist specializing in GI procedures including upper endoscopy, colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy. He provides treatment for conditions such as abdominal pain, Celiac disease, gastrointestinal...
