Rockford IL

There’s nothing quite like walking into a neighborhood buffet where the aroma of sizzling dishes hits you before you even sit down. Over the years, I’ve wandered through countless spots across Illinois, from cozy local joints to sprawling family-style buffets, and these 10 stand out for one reason: every plate is...

Police arrested Antwaun Seaberry, 44, after a months-long investigation that began in November 2025.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The debate over Rockford’s expanding network of license plate readers (LPRs) has intensified in recent weeks, but city officials are pushing back against claims of misuse, emphasizing that the technology is both tightly regulated and locally controlled. The City of Rockford released a new...

The price of gasoline is on the rise in the Rockford area, and gas price analysts say the conflict in Iran could force prices even higher.

Gerardo Zamora, 19, was arrested by SWAT teams after a package containing two fully-automatic "switch" devices was delivered to his home on Highcrest Road on Wednesday.

More than 100 residents and healthcare workers rallied at the Carroll County Courthouse in Mt. Carroll Wednesday night, voicing opposition to FHN Memorial Hospital’s upcoming closure of its Family Birthing Center. The hospital has announced plans to shutter the maternity unit by April 1st, prompting fears that local...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A man faces up to a decade in federal prison after admitting to stealing money from a Rockford post office. Anthony Johnson, 59, of Rockford, pleaded guilty in federal court Monday to one count of robbing money from the United States. On May 27, 2025, Johnson...

An Illinois lawmaker has filed legislation that could prevent property taxes from climbing year after year. Here’s what it means for Rockford families.

Plans are to turn the building into a multi-purpose venue for different non-profit and youth organizations centered around the arts.

Chipotle Mexican Grill opened its second Rockford location on March 4. The new restaurant, located at 5521 E. State St., features a Chipotlane, a drive-thru pick-up lane that allows customers to pick up digital orders without leaving their cars, according to a community announcement. Restaurant hours and menu...