Crusader marks start of next chapter with construction of women’s health center in downtown...
ROCKFORD — Crusader Community Health on Friday celebrated the start of work on what will be its first specialty practice focused on women’s health. Scandroli Construction Co. started work in mid-September on the future Crusader Women’s Health on East State, which is taking over a 14,500 square foot former Walgreens dru
Rockford Fire cuts additional ambulance as department returns to budgeted staffing
One Rockford Fire Department ambulance was removed from service Friday morning as the department returns to its normal staffing levels following a temporary pilot program.
Rockford Police investigate shooting near Andrews and Miriam
Rockford police investigated a shooting early Friday evening that left a 19-year-old with life-threatening injuries near Andrews and Miriam.
This Rockford Teacher Is Making a Difference Far Beyond Her Classroom
Rockford teacher Jen Fustin is inspiring students and fellow educators through her passion for teaching and learning.
Rockford Brake wins Governor’s Award after reopening former Gunite plant
The company was formed after the closure of the longtime Gunite manufacturing plant in early 2025.
Machesney Park man faces charges in deadly Loves Park collision
A Machesney Park man, Maddox Tongue, faces charges including aggravated DUI causing death following a high-speed collision in June 2025 that killed Kevin Barbour.
Woman arrested after I-90 crash involving semi-truck in Rockford; cocaine found in vehicle, police...
A woman was arrested Thursday after allegedly hitting a semi-truck on I-90 in Rockford, according to Illinois State Police.
Minnesota man found guilty of first-degree murder in 2023 Rockford shooting
A Winnebago County jury found Dezzeion Benjamin guilty of first-degree murder in connection with the 2023 fatal shooting of Benjamin Bledsoe.
More Beef-A-Roo restaurants are set to return to Rockford and surrounding areas
New management for Beef-A-Roo announced that several locations in Rockford, Loves Park, and Roscoe will reopen soon following the brand's relaunch.
Local ownership reaches deal to reopen 3 more Beef-a-Roo locations
ROCKFORD — The local team that’s reviving the Beef-a-Roo brand has reached a deal to reopen three additional locations, and they’ve hired a former executive from Beef-a-Roo’s past to help lead the comeback. Alex and Paityn Edwards, the co-owners of Candy Cloud, and Bob Grottke, the...
