Rockford IL

The Rockford Rescue Mission is seeking community support during National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, which runs Nov. 9-15. The annual event aims to bring people together to address the challenges of hunger and homelessness, according to a community announcement. "Families living in poverty have to make...

A nationwide fitness center franchise is set to open its first location in Rockford.

BELOIT, Wis. -- A new skateshop is coming to Beloit. Superb Skateshop is announcing its grand opening on Saturday November 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. located at 501 Prospect Avenue in Suite A-1 of the Castle Beloit. The new business will offer skateboarding equipment including decks, wheels, bearings,...

Beloit Police announced the arrests of three men in connection with three separate shootings over the past week.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Workers at Mosaic, a Rockford non-profit organization, have gone on strike demanding better pay and benefits. Mosaic supports individuals with disabilities and medical issues, providing services ranging from housing to health care. A new state law that took effect in January granted employees...

Marcus Bostic, 39, faces charges of aggravated battery after two men were attacked by his dogs on Saturday, police said.

A new wine bar could soon join the downtown Rockford dining scene.

Molina Healthcare of Illinois is extending its free laundry programs for students and seniors in Rockford through November. The initiative is a collaboration with the Resident Officer Community Keepers Rockford Police Department, Inclusive Public Service Communities and 5 Alarm Coin Laundry. The Fresh for Learning...

Sarah Safranek pleaded guilty to killing her son, 7-year-old Nathaniel Burton, in her Oregon home in 2021. She has been sentenced to spend 35 years in prison.

Little Caesars has eliminated counter staff from its 11th Street location by transforming it into a fully self-service store.