Rockford seeks public input on Downtown Riverfront Path project along Rock River
The City of Rockford is planning the Downtown Riverfront Path, a project aimed at closing gaps in the existing riverfront trail network and creating a continuous north-south connection along the river.
Loves Park encourages residents to enroll in free program that aids firefighters in an...
LOVES PARK — The Loves Park Fire Department is encouraging residents to enroll in a new program designed to aid firefighters when they respond to an emergency. The department is hosting an open enrollment day Thursday for Community Connect, a public safety software that allows residents to voluntarily provide informati
Northern Illinois Leaves Hit Peak Color Mid-October, Boone And Ogle Counties Following Same Timeline
Fall color is coming to Northern Illinois. The Rockford area and neighboring counties are forecast to reach peak foliage between October 18th and 20th, with warm days and cool nights creating conditions for a particularly vibrant display.
Rockford City Council approves plan to turn Victorian-era property into rental option
ROCKFORD — City Council has given the OK for the new owners of a 150-year-old house on the city’s North End to convert the property into a short-term rental option for traveling professionals. Nathan and Lauren Erb, who bought the property in late June, plan to renovate the...
Seven crashes in 12 days trigger new safety measures in Ogle County construction zone
The Illinois Department of Transportation is taking safety measures in an Ogle County construction zone following seven vehicle crashes within a 12-day span.
Police Bust Fake Holdup Plot In Beloit, Uncovering Theft At Local Restaurant
A Beloit woman stole $22,000 from her restaurant job, then she and her boyfriend staged a fake bank robbery to cover it up. Police saw right through the scheme.
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday, Oct 6 2026
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Cheapest gas stations in Janesville
Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Janesville using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price.
Rockford woman survives fiery rollover crash on Illinois Route 2
A Rockford woman sustained minor injuries after her car overturned and caught fire on Illinois Route 2 near Byron.
Wisconsin man arrested after reaching speeds of 100 mph during Illinois car chase
A 21-year-old Wisconsin man was arrested after leading Stephenson County deputies on an 11-mile pursuit that reached speeds over 100 mph before ending when his vehicle struck a rock near Orangeville.
