UPDATE: Early morning crashes leave a woman dead, another critically injured in Rockford
Two women were critically injured in two separate single-car crashes in Rockford on Sunday morning, according to police.
Stateline Area Crime Stoppers host golf event to raise awareness for crime prevention
STEPHENSON COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - The 8th Tee Off on Crime event honors those in law enforcement and brings people together against crime in the area. The event was held September 13 at The Freeport Club and included crime scene bunkers, team mug shots, hole-in-one contests, a golf ball launcher and more.
Walk along Rock River benefits Rockford residents living in poverty
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Rockford area Conferences of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul hosts the event to benefit those in need locally. The 8th annual “Friends of the Poor” walk began at 10:30 a.m. at the Y Log Lodge, 200 Y Boulevard in Rockford. Participants...
High-heeled walkers raise money for domestic violence awareness
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Around 200 people set out for a one-mile walk Saturday morning in Rock County with the goal of raising awareness for victims of domestic abuse. Instead of the typical sneaker, all participants wore high-heels. The Rock County YWCA has hosted this fundraiser, Walk a Mile in...
Rights in Motion fair to promote resources for people with disabilities
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rights in Motion, an accessibility resource fair, offers an inclusive atmosphere where people with disabilities can learn about vital resources. The fair takes place from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Rockford City Hall, 425 E. State Street. The resource fair comes at the end of Disability Voting...
Community support fuels Freeport’s downtown park expansion
Freeport's downtown pocket park is set to double in size following a contribution from community advocate Marianne Garvens. The park, initially announced in June and funded by a T-Mobile Hometown Grant, was originally planned for the greenspace at 15 W. Stephenson St, according to a community announcement. It was to...
Local school districts considering a county-wide 1% sales tax
School districts in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit, along with the rest of Winnebago County, are evaluating the potential impact of a countywide School Facility Occupation Tax (CSFT), also known as a school sales tax or penny tax, which could generate nearly $39 million annually to support local school facilities...
Several crews respond to barn fire in Capron
BOONE COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - The Boone County Fire Protection District responded to three blazes Saturday in the area. One of those happened just before 2 p.m. Saturday in Capron. Boone County fire and the Boone County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 20900 block of Burr Oak Road for a barn fire.
5 finalists for Rockford Fire Department chief include 4 in-house candidates
ROCKFORD — The commission responsible for hiring the next Rockford fire chief has narrowed its search down to five finalists, including four in-house candidates. The Fire and Police Commission, a three-member board that oversees hiring and promotions in both departments, announced on Wednesday its finalists. A hire...
Rockford Area Drivers: I-39 Bridge Repairs to Impact Travel Into 2026
Winnebago County, IL – Drivers near Rockford should prepare for delays starting next week as the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) shifts traffic on Interstate 39 for bridge repairs. According to IDOT, northbound I-39 traffic will be moved onto the southbound bridge over the Kishwaukee River, located just...
