Rockford IL

(WIFR) - Thursday night’s storms brought beautiful sunsets and rainbows, but also caused some serious damage across the area. Here is a gallery of photos sent in from viewers like you!

Known simply as “Block 5,” the 500 block of East State Street emerged as a cluster of bars and restaurants that drew crowds at a time when options elsewhere downtown were somewhat limited.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Plans for a new multi-use bike path along Highcrest Road are moving closer to construction, as city leaders work to finalize designs and secure approvals for the project. The proposed Highcrest Connection would create a path for cyclists and pedestrians, connecting routes across the city...

Rockford, consider this your heads up. There's a gas station scam going around, and no, it has nothing to do with prices (unfortunately).

Looking for enchanting secret spots in Illinois that nobody talks about?. These 7 hidden places offer natural wonders and peaceful getaways!. 1. Anderson Japanese Gardens (Rockford) Most people don’t expect to find this in Rockford. But here sits one of the finest Japanese gardens in all of North America.

An anonymous man from the Rockford area claimed a $1 million prize in the Illinois Lottery.

ROCKFORD — Fielmann Vision Care has opened a new practice on East State Street, its third in the region since the German company brought its namesake stores to the U.S. The new store opened Monday at 7474 E. State St., suite 118, which is in a shopping strip at the corner of State and Bell School Road.

ROCKFORD — Platt Hill Nursery has officially planted its roots in Rockford. The family-owned garden center and plant nursery cut the ribbon on Friday at its new location at 6101 E. Riverside Blvd., which was previously the flagship store for Village Green Home & Garden. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is...

Monica Moore A Tuesday afternoon trip to a Rockford gas station ended in a shooting...

PECATONICA – Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 1 Commander, Captain Joseph Blanchette, has announced the results of four special patrols in Whiteside and Winnebago counties during March, as well as a Roadside Safety Check in Whiteside County on March 14, 2026. Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols allowed...