Rockford IL

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - One word dictates where nearly every building goes in Rockford: zoning. “Zoning regulates the type of uses that can interact in our community, whether it’s residential, commercial, industrial,” explains Scott Capovilla, the city’s planning and zoning manager. In coming weeks, Rockford City Counc

OGLE COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - What many expected to be a final decision on the future of a controversial rodeo venue in Ogle County came to an unexpected stop Tuesday night after county leaders announced they would delay taking action and send the issue back for further review. The Ogle...

BELOIT, Wis. (WIFR) - Fairbanks Morse Defense held a signing day Tuesday for new employees joining the company through a talent pipeline program tied to the U.S. Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base Initiative. The event took place at the company’s Beloit engine facility. New hires were recognized as they step...

MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - Emergency crews are on the scene of a reported explosion at a home in the 600 block of Gershwin Lane. A photo submitted to WIFR Wednesday morning shows a house with heavy structural damage. Details about what caused the damage and whether anyone was hurt...

A man is fighting for his life after police said he was involved in a crash early Wednesday morning.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Police ask drivers to avoid the area of 9th Street and Harrison Avenue due to a crash Tuesday morning. In a post on X shortly before 11 a.m., Rockford police said traffic will be reduced to one lane and urged travelers to find an alternate route.

ROCKFORD — Comprehensive Community Solutions held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday in a joint celebration of its newly renovated lower level and its 34th year of service to youth and families in the region. The remodeled lower level includes updated offices, a community room, new bathrooms and a gym....

Written By: First Warn Weather Intern Patrick Murray. A very tricky forecast is on the books for tomorrow. Severe thunderstorms will be possible across the area, with the highest tornado threat (as of now) remaining just along and south of I-80. WEDENSDAY MORNING:. The day should start out with temps...

A Rockford musician is helping the city celebrate Black culture through a series of summer concerts. WNIJ’s Yvonne Boose attended this summer’s kick-off event to learn more about the man behind the music. Several Black women wore cowboy hats and boots as they line danced in an area...

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Drivers who use the Roscoe Road bridge will need to take a different route while crews make repairs. The Winnebago County Highway Department says the bridge over the Rock River will close the week of July 6, with work expected to wrap up by the end of November 2026.