Rockford IL

ROCKFORD — New ownership has taken over 8th Ward Pub, a cozy bar on Broadway that has garnered a reputation for serving some of the city’s best cocktails. Former general manager Alison Fuller, who has been with the pub since its debut in August 2020, took over the business from Cathy Middleton on April 29. They formall

Freeport residents can now sign up for emergency alerts via text message. The City of Freeport is encouraging residents to text "FREEPORTALERTS" to 91896 to receive emergency notifications, according to a community announcement. The new system replaces CodeRed and consolidates alert services through TextMyGov, which

Rockford Day 2026 is expanding into a three-day community celebration highlighted by the debut of the RockYard Music Festival and a region-wide call for businesses and organizations to participate.

Evan Moreno, 19, was arrested by Rockford Police for a school street shooting and faces multiple charges, including aggravated discharge of a firearm and possession of a weapon by a felon.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Thousands of athletes competed in IRONMAN 70.3 Rockford Sunday, completing a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride and 13.1-mile run through the Stateline area. The race began at 7 a.m. in the Rock River before athletes headed north on the bike course and returned downtown for the...

109 W. Main St., Rockton, Ill. After 35 years of teaching middle school, Rockford native Lisa Abbas retired during the pandemic and found herself ready for the next chapter. A part-time job in a downtown Rockton gift shop inspired her to open a business of her own. In honoring both...

The annual Leaf River Summer Daze festival drew residents and visitors for a weekend of family-friendly activities and community celebration. The event, held June 5-7, featured a variety of attractions, including a fireworks display, live music, a car show and a tractor pull, according to a community announcement. The

Construction is set to begin on Interstate 39 in Ogle County on Monday, June 15, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Illinois State Police are asking for tips regarding the suspicious death of a 23-year-old Rochelle man in 2018 after they've uncovered new information.

Four Stateline bars have survived the first round of the Illinois Dive Bar Tournament and now need local support to reach the Sweet 16.