Rockford mom charged with shooting son’s attacker at gas station
A Rockford mom has been charged with aggravated battery after she shot one of the two assailants who were attacking her son at a gas station.
South Beloit plant, Walgreens among nearly 4K layoffs announced in IL
ROCKFORD, IL — TreeHouse Private Brands Inc., which operates a South Beloit cookie and cracker production facility, is among 10 companies that in February informed the state of Illinois of coming layoffs. The Illinois Department of Commerce compiles a monthly list of businesses that report layoffs as part of the...
Family of Sixth Grader, Who Was Hit by a Car While Attempting to Board...
The family of an Illinois middle school student has reached a landmark $52 million settlement after the girl was struck by a vehicle while attempting to board her school bus in January 2025. The agreement, reported by the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, represents the largest amount ever awarded for a pedestrian injury...
Rockford men face weapons charges
Two Rockford men face weapons charges from separate incidents over the weekend. Elvis Miller, 28, is charged with two counts of aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon, one count of no valid firearms owners identification, and various traffic charges in connection with an incident Saturday morning. Shortly before...
Residents sound off on data center as panel reviews proposed south Rockford TIF district
ROCKFORD — An advisory panel’s review of a proposed tax-increment finance district on the city’s south end was notably missing two words that piqued most people’s interest in the plan: data center. The Joint Review Board, a committee comprised of representatives of the taxing bodies that...
Rockford could set standard for supporting domestic violence survivors under Illinois bill
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Through tinted windows, Jennifer Cacciapaglia stands in the entryway for Rockford’s Family Peace Center. A box of tissues sits between two chairs across from a message arched above a welcome desk, left by people previously supported by the space: “Hope grows here.”. “This is...
🏭 Winnebago County Manufacturing Jobs – Multiple Openings $80K+
Manufacturing is staying strong in Winnebago County, with several employers hiring for skilled and leadership roles. If you’ve got experience in production, quality, or lab work, these openings are worth a look.
Thunderstorms possible, some could be severe
Mostly cloudy today and mild with highs in the 70’s for a short period of time. Showers and thunderstorms are possible with some of the storm possibly severe. Heavy rain, gusty winds, and hail. Temperatures will fall this afternoon to the low 60’s and upper 50’s. Mid to low 40’s tomorrow with rain showers. Wet the...
Rockford area eyed for data center could get new TIF District
ROCKFORD, IL — City officials are considering a new tax increment financing district in the area San Diego-based Monarch Energy is eyeing for a potential data center south of the Chicago Rockford International Airport. But Rockford City Administrator Todd Cagnoni said the TIF District isn't necessarily for the...
Rockford veteran’s center closes as founder steps down for medical reasons
Homefront 815 Veterans Center in Rockford, Illinois has closed due to its founder's medical condition and limited funding.
