Fatal crash on I-39 claims life of 23-year-old Rockford woman
A 23-year-old woman has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash with a semi on I-39 on Thursday night.
New Illinois Bill Means Major Toll Hikes on the Way
Illinois’ new transit bill means a big toll hike for drivers heading to O’Hare from Rockford, raising rates up to 60% to fund Chicago’s transit upgrades.
Hard Rock Casino Rockford wins 6 first place Best of Slots awards
ROCKFORD — Hard Rock Casino Rockford notched a dozen honors in this year’s Strictly Slots Best of Slots Awards for the Chicagoland region, including six first-place wins. The magazine honored Hard Rock for its games, promotions and guest experiences in this year’s awards. “These awards reflect the...
Rockford’s 2026 budget includes fee hikes for local businesses
Businesses operating in Rockford may need to prepare for higher costs in 2026.
Hoffman House Catering gives back with Thanksgiving dinner proceeds
Hoffman House Catering is donating a portion of its Thanksgiving dinner proceeds to KANDU Industries. The Janesville-based catering company will support the local nonprofit, which provides employment opportunities and community support for adults with disabilities, according to a community announcement. The annual...
State board set to vote on Mercyhealth’s plan to donate west Rockford hospital to...
ROCKFORD — The Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board is slated to decide next week whether to allow Mercyhealth to give the Javon Bea Hospital-Rockton to Kingdom Authority International Ministries. The church and the hospital have asked for the state’s approval for the ownership change, which they...
$10,000 donation fuels Belvidere food drive for families impacted by SNAP crisis
Hundreds of families in Boone County lined up outside UAW Local 1268 Saturday November 8 as UAW volunteers handed out boxes of food as part of the union’s 25th community food distribution event.
New Scooter’s Coffee in Machesney Park is a first for the franchise
MACHESNEY PARK — The area’s second Scooter’s Coffee location represents a first for the 27-year-old franchise, which is serving customers inside a grocery store for the first time. The specialty coffee company opened last week inside Meijer, 1770 West Lane Road. The opening comes about five months...
Motorcycle crash in Leaf River sends 1 to hospital
LEAF RIVER, Ill. (WIFR) - One man recovers after he was thrown from his motorcycle in a cornfield, deputies say. Around 2 p.m. Nov. 8, the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office was called to a motorcycle accident in a cornfield near the intersection of Pond and Mulberry roads. Deputies say...
New McDonald’s could be coming to Perryville Road in Rockford
McDonald's is seeking a permit to build a new location in Rockford, adjacent to a busy grocery store.
