Mother-and-daughter duo open new salon in downtown Rockford, their second location
ROCKFORD — A mother-and-daughter team has opened a new full-service salon and spa in downtown, giving the duo a second location for their business that brings multiple beauty services under one roof. Meraki Salon + Studio opened Monday at 202 W. State St., suite 101, which is on the...
Hot and humid with strong storms possible
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Showers and storms, some of which could be strong to severe, could make their way into parts of the stateline tonight. Temperatures will ease up a bit tomorrow, with highs in the upper 80s with heat index values in the middle 90s. The stateline is also outlined in a marginal risk for strong to...
Rockford man faces drug trafficking charges after ramming police car
A man who attempted to flee from Rockford police and rammed a squad car was arrested and charged with drug trafficking after a search of his vehicle revealed over seven grams of cocaine and drug paraphernalia.
Head-on crash in Rock County claims life of 26-year-old man from Winnebago
A 26-year-old man from Winnebago was killed in a head-on crash on W Hy 81 in Rock County on Sunday night, while the occupants of the other vehicle were taken to local hospitals for serious injuries.
Turkey terror named ‘Karl’ torments residents of Rockton, Illinois
Residents of Rockton are crying "fowl" over a rogue turkey named "Karl" who has been causing trouble in the town.
‘You guys showed up,’ Rockford hosts inaugural Ironman 70.3 race
The first Ironman 70.3 race in Illinois took place in Rockford on Sunday and thousands of athletes competed.
Illinois 64 railroad crossing in Ogle County set to close for maintenance
DIXON, Ill. (WIFR) - The Illinois Department of Transportation announces the temporary closure of a railroad crossing on Illinois 64. Starting June 23, Illinois 64 will be closed at the Illinois Railway crossing in Kings in Ogle County, two miles west of Illinois 251. Railroad crews will perform maintenance on...
Stephenson County home listings asked for less money in May – see the current...
The median home in Stephenson County listed for $192,000 in May, down 2.1% from the previous month's $196,200, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows . Compared to May 2024, the median home list price increased 31.4% from $150,000. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in...
Illinois home sales lower in May despite more inventory
River Bluff Health and Rehabilitation to hold senior expo June 24 in Rockford. Seniors and their families will be able to learn about everything from health and wellness to community programs and support services. Updated: 1 hour ago. A 21-year-old Rockford man will be released from jail after officers claim...
First Alert Action Day: Heat and Humidity Continues to start the week
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Mainly sunny today with highs in the middle 90’s. Heat index values will rise to 100 - 105 degrees. Southwest winds will blow 10 - 20 MPH gusting to 30 MPH. Chance for a few showers and thunderstorms to our northwest tonight with lows down to 72. Back to the 90’s tomorrow with a heat index...
