Rockford IL

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - For 17 years, the Cremation Society of Illinois and Heartland Hospice have hosted the Veterans Ceremony and Luncheon. Dozens of people gathered at Grace United Methodist, 3555 McFarland Road, to honor those who served in the military through prayer and a Presentation of Colors by the Northern...

Loves Park, Ill (WTVO) — VC United, a local volleyball club, established the ‘Let’s Go Scholarship’ in memory of Bill Messenger, who passed away last year after his hard-fought battle against cancer. The scholarship aims to make club volleyball more accessible to young athletes. Angie Messenger,...

Rockford, IL – A 40-year-old Rockford man has been arrested after authorities seized over one pound of cocaine during an ongoing narcotics investigation, according to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office. Detectives say more arrests are expected as the case unfolds. The Incident: Major Cocaine Seizure in Rockford...

Rockford, Ill (WTVO) — Jennifer Lawrence is teaming up with Emma Stone to make a Miss Piggy movie. Jennifer is set to produce and Emma will be a part of the writing team. Both will appear in the movie. “The Mummy 4” is coming. Brendan Frasier will be returning...

From ghost stories to personal fears, the mysteries of cemeteries have intrigued many. Some of the scariest spots in Illinois might just be on your list.

BELVIDERE, Ill. (WTVO) — Jalyah Trevino Thompson, an 11-year-old victim of bullying, tragically took her own life earlier this year. Her family held a benefit on Saturday to fund the creation of a mural in her memory. The benefit event was organized to raise money for a mural dedicated...

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A Rockford family of four, including two children and a dog, were safely evacuated from their home after a fire broke out on Saturday afternoon, with the Red Cross providing assistance and the Rockford Fire Department investigating the cause of the blaze.

Stephen Mack Middle School gymnasium was filled with excited students on the afternoon of October 31, 2025. It was time for the 27th annual Class Act program in the school gymnasium. Theme music played as teachers and staff, dressed as superheroes, fighting for justice and kindness, were greeted with wild enthusiasm....

From ghost stories to personal fears, the mysteries of cemeteries have intrigued many. Some of the scariest spots in Illinois might just be on your list.