Rockford IL

ROCK COUNTY, Wis. (WMTV) - The Lakehouse Inn has been deemed a total loss after a fire was reported at the building Sunday night. Several fire crews are assisting Lakeside Fire Rescue after the historic supper club caught fire. Rock County Communications said the call came in at 8:28 p.m....

Competitive cheerleading squads and their families and friends packed the house at Belvidere High School Saturday for the Belvidere Winter Cheer Classic.

The weekend will be our last bit of winter chill for a little while, but it could come with some light wintry precipitation from time to time. Temperatures will remain in the 20s and teens throughout the weekend, a touch below normal for this time of year. Light wintry precipitation chances may be possible, mainly...

Rockford’s Tex-Mex scene is a flavorful mix of classic comfort and creative flair, with restaurants that cater to every craving. Here are five of the best:. Celebrating over a decade of authentic Mexican cuisine, Mexico Clasico is renowned for its fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. The vibrant décor and...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The next class of police officers, tasked with protecting the Rockford community, were sworn in Friday afternoon. Around 2 p.m., Jan. 2, Veterans Memorial Hall filled with people, eager to watch loved ones and community members be sworn into the police force and others receive promotions.

It was a cold start and remained chilly today with plenty of sunshine. Expect northwest winds 5 - 10 mph and highs in the middle 20’s putting us a few degrees above the cold 20 degrees we had for New Year’s Day. Becoming mostly cloudy tonight with lows in the middle 10’s. Mostly cloudy for both Saturday and Sunday...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - It was great to see some sunshine for the first half of the day, before cloud cover continued to fill in throughout the afternoon and evening. It was still a cold day, at least by December standards, as highs reached the lower 20s, with wind chills in the lower teens. As we head into tonight,...

Becoming cloudy with south southeast winds 5 - 10 mph and highs rising to 30. A slight chance for a wintry mix (snow, freezing rain, and sleet) could develop by late afternoon. Time frame would play out 3 pm to 8 pm. Temperatures hold steady Sunday night in the upper 20’s. with a break in the clouds. 40’s to begin on...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Wonderland Ballet Company opens its doors inside the former Rockford Lutheran School, connected to Court Street Methodist Church. The studio is located at 215 N. Court Street in Rockford. The studio is led by Creative Director Andrew Mahan, a longtime dance educator, choreographer and...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Magtones celebrated the start of 2026 at Inscape Collective Saturday. Inscape became a non-for-profit over the summer and this event is part of its mission to provide access to the arts for the community. This is done through no cost entertainment, its listening room and open mic nights.