Rockford woman arrested after fleeing traffic stop, crashing into fence
A Rockford resident was arrested Monday after police said she refused to provide information to officers during a traffic stop, fled the scene, and crashed into a fence.
Illinois Steakhouse Named a Top Hole-In-The-Wall in America
Elbas Golden Steer Steakhouse has been serving up more than just great steaks for nearly a century. This hidden gem has a history that’ll surprise you.
Riverside Family Restaurant celebrates grand opening in Rockford’s Miracle Mile
ROCKFORD — A family-owned restaurant offering homestyle meals ranging from breakfast skillets to beer-battered cod, fried chicken and homemade soups has opened in the city’s Miracle Mile. Riverside Family Restaurant, 3415 E. State St., celebrated its ribbon-cutting on Tuesday with Miracle Mile Rockford. The...
Three Rockford residents face sentencing for cocaine and meth distribution in Green Bay
Three Rockford residents have pleaded guilty as part of a conspiracy to distribute large amounts of cocaine and methamphetamine in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Crews begin salting roads in Rockford to prepare for slick roads Tuesday night
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - With freezing rain and icy conditions expected Tuesday evening, the city of Rockford says its public works crews began salting arterial routes around 10 a.m. Dec. 9. Drivers are reminded to follow behind snowplows and salt trucks at a safe distance. This will prevent the salt...
Family pleads for community’s support after dad of 8 murdered in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Tamara Hatcher believes Tarrie Noel understood his role as a big brother. “[I] used to talk to him about anything without judgment. He didn’t care,” she reflected. “He worked hard to provide.”. On December 7, Tamara lost her oldest sibling. Tarrie died in...
New Illinois law requires public libraries to carry Narcan
A new Illinois law will require public libraries to carry Narcan and train their staff on how to use it.
Snowfall Totals In Chicago And Rockford Reach Historic Highs
Snow is piling up like it’s 1978 again, and folks are feeling the chill of a true winter comeback.
Beloit Police investigate dead dog found in crate at gas station
BELOIT, Wis. (WMTV) - The Beloit Police Department is investigating after a dead dog was found in a crate outside a gas station this past weekend, police reported Tuesday. According to a Facebook post, the dead dog was found Saturday morning at a gas station in the 900 block of Brooks Street.
Rock Co. medical examiner identifies Beloit man who died in crash
BRADFORD, Wis. -- The Rock County Medical Examiner's Department identified a Beloit man who died following a crash in the Town of Bradford last Wednesday.
