Parolee caught with stolen handgun during Ogle County traffic stop gets 8-year sentence
A Chicago man has been sentenced to 8 years in prison on weapons charges after Illinois State Troopers caught him with a stolen semi-automatic during an Ogle County traffic stop.
Gustafson’s Furniture in Rockford responds to closure rumors
The owners of Gustafson's Furniture and Mattress in Rockford are responding to rumors circulating online that the business has closed its doors after 98 years.
Culinary students compete in pasta dish challenge in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Culinary students from area high schools gathered at the Forest Hills Country Club today for the ninth annual Future Top Chef Culinary Skills Competition. Teams of student chefs were tasked with creating a pasta dish as part of the professional skills challenge. The Career Education...
Get ready for Rockford City Market 2026
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - If you need something to take your mind off the winter chill, here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect from the 2026 Rockford City Market. New this year, each Friday market will feature a dedicated weekly theme, along with a set number of vendor spaces aligned with the theme.
Illinois Coworkers 30 Minutes from Rockford Win Lucky Day Lotto
Illinois coworkers near Rockford thought they won $350, but their Lucky Day Lotto ticket was actually worth $350000 after missing three zeroes.
Driver arrested after 12 pounds of methamphetamine found hidden in vehicle on I-80
KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - Nebraska State Patrol troopers have arrested a driver after discovering a significant quantity of suspected methamphetamine during a traffic stop near Kearney. George Watson, 50, of Poplar Grove, Illinois, was arrested Tuesday after troopers found 12 pounds of suspected methamphetamine hidden...
U.S. Department of Education to visit Genoa-Kingston High School as some worry about safety...
The U.S. Department of Education's “History Rocks! Trail to Independence” tour is scheduled to come to Genoa-Kingston High School this week. But some staff and community members are concerned about a lack of transparency and safety with the event. WNIJ News Director Jenna Dooley sat down with education reporter Peter...
Police issue warning ahead of event at Genoa-Kingston High School
The Genoa Police Department says it is working with local, state and federal agencies to coordinate security measures for the event.
Dept. of Education Secretary Linda McMahon to visit Illinois school for History Rocks! tour
(WIFR) - U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon is expected to visit Illinois Thursday, Feb. 5, as part of a nationwide tour. The History Rocks! tour is organized by the U.S. Department of Education in collaboration with Turning Point USA and other organizations as part of the America 250 Civics Education Coalition.
Illinois lawmakers consider permit fee for open burns
A new Illinois proposal would require permits and possibly pay up to a $5 fee for open burning in unincorporated areas.
