A Treasure Trove Of Automotive History Awaits In Illinois
If you're into historic and celebrity vehicles, then there is an under-the-radar auto museum in Illinois that you need to immediately put on your bucket list of attractions to check out this summer. Klairmont Kollections Automotive Museum In Illinois. Something I've enjoyed doing since I was a child is going...
Byron unveils new ‘Community and Connection’ mural
BRYON, Ill. (WIFR) - A ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday celebrates the new mural, “Community and Connection.”. The ceremony took place July 18 at the site of the mural, 135 N. Union Street. Nicole Arand, mural artist, says her inspiration was the Byron prairie. “I tried to keep some very natural...
Rockford veteran reflects on his time during the Vietnam War
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A Vietnam War veteran from Rockford is dedicated to making sure no soldier’s sacrifice is forgotten. Nick Parnello was 20 years old when he enlisted in the U.S Army in 1967. In 1968, he left for the Vietnam War for two years. He says he enlisted because of his dad.
Pop-Up in the Parks brings more than 100 local vendors to Machesney Park
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - Pop-Up in the Parks returns for its 7th year, featuring more than 100 local vendors and small businesses. The event takes place from noon to 4 p.m. July 19 at Machesney Park Town Center. Organizers say the new location offers more room for vendors and easier parking.
Bookworm Vending Machine arrives at Good Shepherd YMCA
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Children at the Good Shepherd YMCA receive a new vending machine, and it’s not filled with snacks. The Junior League of Rockford donated their third Bookworm Vending Machine to the Rockford community, a major milestone in its ongoing Literacy Leaders Project. “Our summer camp kids...
Rockton police go extra mile for locked-out senior
Rockton Police officers Naser and Graham helped an elderly resident get back into his house after being locked out, and even installed a new door handle for him.
Tired of mosquitoes? Bizarre hack could be the answer for your yard
It's that time of year when every time you're simply trying to enjoy the peace and quiet of the night sky in your own backyard, mosquitoes who refuse to quit won't leave you alone.
Scam Alert: Fake Norton Emails Trick Illinois Residents
I've been seeing more and more people in Rockford falling for scams that are pretending to be from Norton. If you've received an email like this, please double-check to make sure it's not a spam email. The NextDoor App is so helpful in times like this. You get to see...
Multiple people injured during rollover crash in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police responded to a dangerous crash on Saturday night. The rollover crash happened at Whitman and North Second Street, according to RPD. Multiple people who were inside the vehicle were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Officers are asking drivers to avoid the area....
Alpine Kiwanis sell out of unused Brat Days brats in less than 2 hours
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Alpine Kiwanis announced that cases of Johnsonville brats, unused after storm damage forced the cancellation of its annual Brat Days fundraiser, sold out Friday in less than 2 hours. The 2025 Brat Days event was canceled after a severe flash flood washed through the Rockford area last...