Rockford IL

Regional gas prices are essentially unchanged last week and reached an average of $2.93 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, approximately the same as last week's price, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Midwest region declined about 16 cents since last month....

MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WTVO) — A former Subway restaurant in Machesney Park is set to become the home of Sassy Mac Boys, as the food truck launches its first brick and mortar location. Owner Donald Czyzyk announced the expansion on Facebook. Based out of Durand, the Sassy Mac Boys food truck has gained popularity for...

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara has called a judicial decision to release a murder suspect as "unacceptable," a sentiment echoed by the Winnebago County State's Attorney, who argued the judge's decision was "in error."

A married couple was found dead in their vehicle in the middle of traffic days before their first wedding anniversary, Illinois authorities say. Rachel Dumovich and Brandon Dumovich were driving their car in Harvard, Illinois — until, suddenly, they weren't. The Harvard Police Department said that on Monday just...

Rockford’s biggest holiday bash, Stroll On State, kicks off Nov 29, 2025. From carriage guides to workshop helpers to cleanup, volunteers are needed at every step. Sign up to be part of the sparkle

HARVARD, ILLINOIS — A late-night discovery in a quiet suburban neighborhood has left investigators searching for answers after a Wisconsin man and woman were found dead inside a parked car in Harvard, Illinois, police confirmed Monday. According to the Harvard Police Department, an officer patrolling the 700 block...

Abbott and its philanthropic arm, Abbott Fund, have announced a $250,000 grant to support the Northern Illinois Food Bank’s BackPack Program. The initiative aims to provide weekend meals to children facing food insecurity in Northern Illinois. The BackPack Program works with 190 schools across nine counties,...

ROCKFORD — Brody Phillips had only been playing bass guitar for a few weeks when he joined the Rock & Roll Institute for a pair of sessions this summer. Now, the 15-year-old budding musician will get the chance to perform on a stage that is normally reserved for bands that have built their following for years.

Rockford Christian Schools announced the closure of its Hemlock Lane campus and consolidation of all grades at its Bell School Road location for the 2026-2027 school year.

Citadel Healthcare has announced that Ascension Living Saint Joseph Village in Freeport will now operate as The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village.Saint Joseph Village has a long-standing legacy of care in the Freeport community and with the added resources of Citadel Healthcare, it will continue to provide quality...