25 Year Sentence Imposed on Former Janesville Man for Attempts to Exploit Children
A child exploitation case that stretched across multiple jurisdictions in Wisconsin concluded in federal court with a lengthy stay in federal prison. That sentence...
Mariachi Lira de Rockford plays pivotal role in keeping traditions alive and sharing them
How much do you know about the history of Hispanic and Latino culture and community in Rockford? In recognition of National Hispanic...
Rockford-area Republican searches for answers on immigrant crime, Democrats respond
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A letter from Immigration Customs and Enforcement (i.e., ICE) to a Texas congressman finds its way to the stateline. "We...
Emergency rooms experience long wait times, overcrowding
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Emergency rooms across the nation deal with overcrowded emergency departments and long wait times. OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center Director...
Mayor McNamara kicks off re-election campaign
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara announces his bid for re-election with an event at the Hard Rock Casino Tuesday. First elected...
A Piece of Civil War History Once Sat Abandoned Right Here in Rockford
I am one of the biggest history lovers you'll ever meet, and learning new facts, especially about Rockford right now, has grown quite fun...
Top Trunk-or-Treats Your Kids Will Love in the Rockford Area This October
Fall has officially arrived in Illinois, and that means it's time to start planning for Halloween!. Picking out Halloween costumes is something my family...
Rockford-area experts predict outcome of vice presidential debate
(WIFR) - With a few short hours until the vice presidential debate, locals weigh in on what they expect and hope to see from...
Beloit’s elders learn what services are available to them at annual senior fair
BELOIT, Wis. (WTVO) — Beloit Seniors got the chance to learn more about the services available to them at an annual local fair....
Chicago Experiences Second Warmest September in History, Says NWS
Chicago, IL - Chicago tied with 1908 and 1960 for the second-warmest September on record, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Average temperatures...
