Hazardous air quality for our Friday, with some improvements this weekend
(WIFR) - It has been a very hazy and smokey start to our Friday with our air quality index approaching the 500 mark. Below is some footage of the smoke from this morning. We’ll see some big improvements throughout the afternoon with winds shifting to be out of the southwest, driving the smoke away from the stateline.
Janesville woman charged with drunk driving, fleeing Ogle Co. crash
GERMAN VALLEY, Ill. (WIFR) - A 34-year-old woman was arrested Thursday night after deputies say she got into a car crash while drunk and left the scene. Rachel R Guthrie, of Janesville, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and leaving the scene of a property damage accident.
Rockford City Market Is Canceled Tonight
Poor air quality from Canadian wildfire smoke forced Rockford City Market to cancel Friday night's event and postpone the Discovery Center Foam Party.
Police Bodycam Shows Beloit Great-Grandpa’s ‘Bible’ Defense After 4-Year-Old’s Rape Confession—Judge’s ‘Predator’ Rebuke Seals...
Trigger Warning: This article contains references to the alleged child sexual abuse that some readers may find distressing. A horrific revelation from a 4-year-old destroyed a Beloit family. The little girl confessed to her parents about her great-grandpa while he was babysitting her. The 71-year-old was arrested by th
List of closures in the Rockford area due to hazardous air quality
Air quality across Northern Illinois reached hazardous levels Friday morning, prompting several closures around the stateline or activities to move indoors.
Wildfire Smoke In Northern Illinois: Here’s When It’ll Clear Out
That hazy sky over Rockford isn't going anywhere just yet. Light winds kept the smoke closer to the ground overnight, and air quality is still at unhealthy levels.
SBA opens Business Recovery Center in Rock County to assist disaster-affected residents
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced on July 16 the opening of a Business Recovery Center in Rock County, Wisconsin, to support businesses, private nonprofits, and residents impacted by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred from April 13 to April 23. Beginning Wednesday, July 15, SBA customer
A little change makes a big difference for Veterans Memorial Circle in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Every day, thousands of drivers pass Veterans Memorial Circle at the roundabout where North Main Street meets Auburn Street. The bright flowers and manicured landscaping look effortless but they’re the result of daily volunteer work by the Friends of Veterans Memorial Circle. This summer, the...
Border Brouhaha returns to Beloit: Packers legends, Olympic gold, and local celebs take the...
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) -If you’re looking for a family-friendly way to get out of the house this weekend, Beloit has got a can’t-miss event packed with star power and a great cause. The Border Brouhaha Softball Slam is back this Sunday at 3 p.m. at ABC Supply Stadium...
On the market: 3-bedroom brick ranch home in Freeport with patio
Address: 2057 Illinois 26, Freeport Property description: This three-bedroom, two-bathroom brick ranch built in 1968 has 2,000 square feet of living space. It has updated luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. The main level bedrooms include a primary suite with an electric fireplace. The main bathroom includes a du
