Rockford IL

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A 19-year-old wanted in connection with a deadly hit-and-run is arrested and expected in court Friday afternoon. Jequayvieon Johnson of Rockford is charged with failure to report an accident involving death. Earlier this week, Rockford police asked for information on his whereabouts. Online...

BELOIT, Wis. -- An early morning crash caused authorities to close the southbound lanes of I-43 near Beloit Friday for nearly eight hours.

ROCKFORD — After a two-year effort to reopen its doors, Ripe Life Juice Co. is back in business serving up fresh smoothies, cold-pressed juices and healthy açaí bowls in downtown. Owner Jamar Luster cut the ribbon on the juice and smoothie bar at 333 E. State St....

There’s a place in Rockford where breakfast dreams come true, where the coffee flows like a river of caffeinated hope, and where omelets are crafted with such care you might shed a tear of egg-based joy. Johnny Pamcakes isn’t just another roadside diner – it’s a temple of breakfast...

Rockford crews will close parts of Montague Road and North Prospect Street on October 9 for water main and service installations, with full completion expected by the end of the day.

For fans of the legendary TV game show Wheel of Fortune, a special event is taking place in Rockford. Wheel of Fortune Live! will be held at the Coronado Theatre in Rockford on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. To discuss what attendees can expect to see, and potentially participate...

Rock County Felony arrests All of those listed below have since their arrest been formally charged with a felony (or felonies). CUNNINGHAM, MICHAEL, 43, of Janesville, theft by contractor, Aug. 11, Town of Rock, Rock County. ENNIS, ROGER, 55, of Wonewoc, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence — 5th...

Eisenhower Middle School was evacuated Thursday afternoon after a student allegedly released pepper spray inside the building, prompting an investigation by Rockford Police and school administration.

There’s a place in Rockford where breakfast dreams come true, and it goes by the name of Johnny Pamcakes. This isn’t just another roadside diner with a quirky name – it’s a local institution where the pancakes are so good, they might make you consider moving to Rockford just to be closer to them.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Winnebago County Sheriff issues a temporary No Wake Zone for a portion of the Rock River this weekend. The No Wake Zone will be in place from 7 a.m.-4 p.m. October 12 from the Riverside Boulevard bridge to the Jefferson Street bridge. The temporary restriction...