Rockford IL

The Rockford City Council did not approve funding for a new McDonald's on West State Street, money the developers claimed was needed to make the project a reality. Council members ultimately postponed a final decision on the project.

The Rockford Police Department responded to growing concern within the undocumented community amid reports of federal immigration enforcement efforts in the city.

JANESVILLE, Wis. (WMTV) -Construction on the Children’s Museum of Rock County continues, despite frigid weather. In June 2025, construction began on the former National Bank building at 100 W. Milwaukee St. to transform the space into a museum for The Children’s Museum of Rock County (CMRC). The nonprofit is on a...

The weekend brings Martin Lawrence, a parent’s night out event and citrus truck sale, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Freeport area. IceHogs vs. Texas Stars What: The Rockford IceHogs will battle the Texas Stars. The first 2,500 fans through the doors will receive the Local Artist Hat Series...

Rock County Felony arrests All of those listed below have since their arrest been formally charged with a felony (or felonies). ZOELLNER, CHRISTOPHER, 29, of Footville, disorderly conduct, domestic abuse, domestic abuse repeater, Jan. 16, Janesville St., Village of Footville. WILLIAMS, DENISE, 35, of Beloit,...

ROCKFORD — A longtime social club on the city’s southwest side is envisioned as a future event space hosting wedding receptions, quinceañeras and other celebrations within a renovated property. Rockford native Shawn Cox has put forward a plan to transform The Lithuanian Club, 716 Indiana Ave., into...

MONROE CENTER, Ill. (WIFR) - A Rockford man was arrested Tuesday night after Ogle County deputies say he was in a rollover crash with an 8-year-old passenger. Aggravated DUI while transporting passenger under 16 years of age. Endangering the life, health, safety of a child. Driving while license revoked. DUI-...

Honestly? This is the year we all need to thrift.

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - The Pecatonica Community School District 321 school board voted Wednesday night not to approve the hire of an elementary school music teacher. The meeting was held at the Pecatonica High School library and drew a large crowd, as parents and community members filled the room to share...

A renovation venture expected to reenergize a historic downtown Rockford building received a green light from City Council on Jan. 20. The proposed News Tower Lofts project, a redevelopment of the former Rockford Register Star building, 99 East State Street, was unanimously approved by the council. The News Tower...