Rockford IL

BELVIDERE — The brothers behind Olivo Taco celebrated the grand opening Tuesday of their new home in downtown, a move they say signifies their commitment to serving the city long-term. Said and Mahmud Zatar cut the ribbon on their new restaurant at 132 N. State St. in a ceremony...

Authorities announce an arrest after the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office is involved in a shooting.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Two Rockford students have been invited to perform at New York City’s Carnegie Hall this weekend. Morgan Gates and Lilli Klinger, students at Keith Country Day School, auditioned for the Honors Performance Series over the summer and were selected to perform. “We are incredibly proud of Morgan...

A Molina Healthcare partnership is providing free weekly laundry services to Rockford students and seniors throughout February to support hygiene and wellness.

Here’s a look at upcoming municipal meetings scheduled this week in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit. Rockton Village Hall, 110 East Main St. Administration Committee — 5:30 p.m. The committee will:. • Review a proposed budget calendar and questionnaire. • Review and recommend approval of a facilities rental...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Nearly 365 days and Rockford Public Schools (RPS) and the Rockford Education Association (REA) sit at a stand still with no contract agreement in sight. The stall in negotiations has pushed the REA to take further actions. “What we have learned and has been a consistent...

BELOIT, Wis. -- The City and Town of Beloit could soon consolidate their fire and EMS services.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Region 1 Planning Council asks for input from the public on its proposed project list for federal transportation funding in the Rockford area. Region 1 Planning Council is the federally-designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Rockford Urban and Metropolitan Area. The...

Romantic restaurants in Rockford offer intimate date night spots perfect for Valentine’s Day or any night out, proving Illinois romance goes far beyond Chicago.

ROCKFORD — Superintendent Ehren Jarrett said Monday that the district is unlikely to make up for lost school days in the event of a teachers strike. That message was delivered ahead of a bargaining session slated for Thursday, the second since teachers voted Jan. 24 to authorize an intent to strike. Jarrett said the...