Freeport asks residents to help secure path funding
Residents are being asked to complete two surveys that could help the City of Freeport strengthen applications for state funding to expand portions of its shared-use path network. The city is seeking support for two Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant applications, according to a community announcement. T
Stephenson County sends reminder tax notices to homeowners
More than 1,300 Stephenson County property owners recently received courtesy postcards reminding them of unpaid property tax installments, as county officials work to notify residents who may be missing one or both required payments. The postcards were sent as "Friendly Reminder" notices, according to a community annou
22-year-old male dies after early morning Rockford shooting
A 22-year-old has died after police said he was shot early Monday morning.
Lockwood Park welcomed families for Halloween event
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Local families gathered at Lockwood Park on Sunday for the annual Screw City Jeeps 815 Trunk or Treat, kicking off early Halloween festivities across the Stateline area. The free community event ran from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Organized by Screw City Jeeps 815, the...
8 Old-School Illinois Bowling Alleys Where Families Still Roll A Whole Night For Under...
A one-dollar shoe rental still exists in Illinois, and it comes with a jukebox. Across the state, from river towns to college campuses, a handful of bowling alleys have held onto the clatter, the cheap games, and the easygoing feel that made Friday nights special decades ago. These spots let...
Endangered 82-year-old Harold Alston reported missing near Wisconsin border
Rockford police are seeking public assistance to locate Harold Alston, an endangered 82-year-old man who was last seen in a blue 2024 Jeep Compass on October 3.
Rockford police identify suspect in fatal shooting of 19-year-old man
Rockford Police identified 21-year-old Mauri Scott as a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old man that occurred Friday evening.
Massive $705million casino with 1,300 gaming machines confirms October grand opening after missing deadline
AFTER a frustrating delay, gamblers will soon be able to hit the slots at a gigantic casino featuring 1,300 slot machines and live entertainment. The gaming den, which is expected to cost at least $705million, is slated to finally welcome in guests on October 23. The Ho-Chunk Nation, a federally...
Dixon improves to 6-1 with a big win at Stillman Valley
The Dixon Dukes keep on rolling in Big Northern Conference play. They're 6-1 now after winning on the road at Stillman Valley Friday night 32-12.
Traffic blocked in downtown Rockford after multi-vehicle collision
At least one person was hospitalized following a multi-vehicle crash that blocked an intersection in downtown Rockford on Saturday morning.
