Rockford IL

The Harlem School District is weighing a major restructuring plan that could include closing two elementary schools to address declining enrollment and a budget deficit exceeding $3 million.

FULTON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced Sunday that a 38-year-old Edgerton man has been arrested for a 4th offense OWI. The driver was stopped by Wisconsin State Patrol for an alleged equipment violation around 11:30 p.m. Saturday near US Highway 51 and Kenlyn Lane in Fulton.

ROSCOE — The owners of Sophia’s Restaurant are expanding with a new takeout restaurant centered on pizza and chicken. Bridge St. Pizza & Chicken Co. sets out to offer fresh and flavorful comfort food ranging from handcrafted pizzas to crispy fried chicken and chicken-topped creamy macaroni and cheese bowls.

A proposal to ban the sale of a powerful synthetic compound derived from the kratom plant advanced at Rockford City Council this week, as officials warned of its opioid-like effects and growing presence in local shops.

Allegiant Airlines announced this morning that it will begin offering nonstop flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport starting February 12, 2026.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The 17-year-old driver in a serious crash last week died from his injuries, according to Rockford police. A video with related coverage is attached to this article. Investigators say the teen, whose identity has not been shared, died early Tuesday morning. On Nov. 13, police said...

Dr. James Gallant, a physician with a career spanning several decades, will retire soon. He began his work in healthcare in 1978 as a nurse’s aide at KSB. The professionalism of the staff influenced his decision to pursue medicine instead of engineering after taking an anatomy class at Sauk Valley Community College.

Kasa Rubi Development has recently acquired the property located at 1111-1115 Fifth Ave. from Miss Carly’s for a sum of $125,000. The transaction was completed on November 5, as per the documents from the Winnebago County Clerk & Recorder’s Office. The new owners have expressed their intention to collaborate with the...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Three Rockford students were awarded for their culinary creativity in a district-wide competition. Students from Rockford Public Schools (RPS) across all grade levels participated in creating and submitting ideas for a chicken patty sandwich. The competition highlighted the students’...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Seniors across the stateline prepare for a noticeable jump in healthcare expenses next year as new Medicare rates for 2026 are set to increase the premiums and deductibles for millions of Americans. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has confirmed the standard Medicare Part...