Former CherryVale Mall Staple Files for Bankruptcy
A former CherryVale Mall retailer has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with some remaining Illinois stores potentially affected.
Free furnace from Pearson felt like ‘divine intervention’ for Rockford-area veteran
ROCKFORD — An Air Force veteran who was one of two local military members to win a free furnace from Pearson Plumbing, Heating & Pest Control said the gift was much-needed with winter approaching. Chantyl Outzen of Machesney Park will be able to replace her aging and unreliable furnace...
Beloit man faces fifth-offense OWI charge
TOWN OF BELOIT, Wis. — A 61-year-old Beloit man faces a fifth-offense operating while intoxicated charge after a traffic stop Monday, Town of Beloit police said.
Veterans Memorial Hall exhibit commemorates local legacy of 2 Civil War units
ROCKFORD — Veterans Memorial Hall will open a new exhibit on Wednesday that celebrates the local legacy of two Civil War units involved in several pivotal moments of the war. The Galloping 8th and the Marching 74th exhibit commemorates the service of the two units, which had large numbers...
Rockford man convicted of animal torture for running over his dog with a truck
A Rockford man was convicted of animal torture and aggravated animal cruelty for running over his own dog with a truck and is scheduled to return to court on January 15, 2027.
Crossbow fired at vehicle after hit-and-run crash in Ogle County, deputies say
Andrew Heidenreich, a 22-year-old Ogle County man, was arrested after allegedly striking a mailbox, pursuing a witness, and firing a crossbow into their vehicle.
Former Rockford cadet joins inaugural Army Junior ROTC Hall of Fame
A former Rockford West High School JROTC cadet was inducted into the inaugural Army Junior ROTC Hall of Fame nearly five decades after beginning a career that would take him around the world. Retired Army Col. John Gessner, now of Sparta, Wisconsin, was one of three people honored Oct. 22 at U.S. Army Cadet Command headquarters at Fort Knox, Kentucky, according to a community announcement. The inaugural ceremony recognized Gessner for his military service, mentorship and contributions to youth d
Rockford teenager arrested after shots fired investigation, police say
A Rockford teenager was arrested Monday night following a shooting, according to the Rockford Police Department.
Rockford List Prices Rise While More Homes Become Available
Rockford sellers priced homes higher while inventory grew, giving buyers more choices than the national trend suggested.
Cellphone use led to deadly Rockford car crash involving 21-year-old: police
Logan Miller, 21, was charged with aggravated use of a communication device following a fatal July crash near the Rockford airport that killed pedestrian David Johnstone.
